Storm Glass

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Storm Glass is a six-piece progressive/rock act based out of the finance capital of India, Mumbai. The idea for the band took shape in 2011 when vocalist Rohit Iyer and rhythm guitarist Sameer Siddhaye met for a cover-act at their place of work. Fueled by common musical interests, the two began writing and recording original material at Sameer’s home. While it was clear in the first few demos that they had something worthwhile, it was also certain that they needed more elements to complete their sound. In July 2012, the search led to a talented bass player Amresh Kamat and the three clicked almost instantly. Amresh’s jazz, fusion, hard rock influences and a knack for unabashed improvisation added a fresh layer to the vision of a distinct sound. At the end of 2012, an old-time friend Manish Ajgaonkar moved back from Dubai and joined the band. His intense yet emotional soloing and eclectic chord harmonies were a perfect fit in the soundscape. The lineup was complete in July 2013 when drummer Ashay Ayare joined the band. His Bonhamesque intensity and acute sense of timing and dynamics fit in like the final piece in a puzzle. Their music is emotional, thought-provoking and somewhat narrative with strong emphasis on the simplicity of structure and melody. They don’t really fit into a strict genre. The band published its first demo ‘Monsoon' (and a Gathering storm)’ on Facebook and ReverbNation in 2013. They are presently working on a string of original compositions to be released soon.