In our 38th installment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Reading’s alt rockers Sundara Karma, and chat about their eclectic influences and upcoming shows. We find out how the band got started, how they’d best describe their live show and learn more about their latest music. Plus, we get to have a listen ourselves!
Band Name:
Sundara Karma
Website / Social Media:
Facebook / Twitter / Spotify / Soundcloud
Genre:
Alternative
Members & their roles:
Oscar: Vocals & guitar
Ally: Guitar
Dom: Bass
Haydn: Drums
What music or artists inspired you?
We listen to basically everything from Biggy to Marilyn Manson. We are heavily into all genres. But the main artists that inspire us would be the ones that push the limits like The Doors, Pink Floyd, The Cure and we seriously love Die Antwoord, it’s become obsessive. Those are the type of groups we look up to. And maybe like a bit of Abba or something.
How did the band get started?
Through school. We have been in a band with each other since we were 14.
How would you best describe your live show:
Party central.
What shows do you have coming up?
APRIL:
14th – Guildford, The Boileroom (Darlia support)
18th – Warwick, Warwick University (Darlia support)
MAY:
1st – Leeds, Brudenell Social Club (Live AT Leeds/Darlia Support)
2nd – Stockton, Georgian Theatre (Darlia support)
3rd – Edinburgh, Electric Circus (Darlia support)
5th – Manchester, Academy 2 (Darlia support)
6th – London, Electric Ballroom (Darlia support)
8th – Birmingham, Library (Darlia support)
Keep an eye on Facebook for more dates.
Tell us about your latest release:
There’s not really much to say about it. EP is just a little collection of all the guises we have stumbled through so far with our music. It’s nice to have a collection of songs that work well together on one body of work. I think doing this EP has definitely given us a clearer direction on what we want to do as a band though.
Where can I get your music?
iTunes / Spotify / Soundcloud
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