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Echoes of Earth continues to be India's greenest music festival. Nestled among lush greenery, the festival presents a stellar line-up featuring over 40 International and Indian musicians performing on four uniquely designed stages, celebrating one Earth. This is a festival that assembles people from all walks of life and unites them with a celebration of great music, art and culture, while upholding the leave no trace policy, entailing a deep commitment to the sustenance and preservation of the Earth.

The pioneering spirit of the festival rests on the elements of 'reduce, reuse, recycle' - using old, discarded, recycled and up-cycled media in the most unique and creative ways. All our infrastructure at the festival is constructed adopting environmentally conscious practices, thereby preserving the land and its integrity. Through this, we aim to create a space for people to witness sustainable practices at play, and to create awareness of a sustainable lifestyle.

Echoes of Earth is the brainchild of Swordfish Events & Entertainment Pvt Ltd. Swordfish Events & Entertainment is an innovation agency in the event and marketing space headquartered in Bangalore, India with a Global footprint.

A mutual love of music, appreciation for India's musical heritage,a sense of community and concern for environmental sustainability brings the two businesses together for a common cause: the festival - Echoes of Earth.

ARTISTS

AACHRA

ALEXANDER ROBOTNICK

ALL YELLOW

ANUSHKA

BATAVIA COLLECTIVE

BOOMBAY DJEMBE FOLAS

CHRMS

COSEMO

DEMSKY

DISCO KID

DISCOSTAN

DOP

DUALIST INQUIRY

DYNAMITE DISCO CLUB

GCM

GLASS BEAMS

Hamza Rahimtula X Rajasthani Folkstars

Many Roots Ensemble

Millie Mckee

Noisy Pots

Oden & Fatzo

Pink Moss

Rafiki

Roz Angon

Shantam

Shubostar

Sindhi Curry

Squidworks

sundrop garden

Tentendo

The Lojal Experience

TribalNeed

Yogev Haruvi

SID SRIRAM

TINARIWEN

LEN FAKI

JITWAM

MEZERG

PARRA FOR CUVA

MANSUR BROWN

8KAYS

GIANT SWAN

NABIHAH IQBAL

YUNG RAJA

MATSUMOTO ZOKU

BINKBEATS

TAKUYA NAKAMURA

MODERN BIOLOGY

ROMAN KYN

YOGEV HARUVI

LECOMTE DE BRÉGEOT

THAIKKUDAM BRIDGE

AUDIO UNITS B2B KOHRA

MURTHOVIC

OX7GEN

NATE08

SAHIL VASUDEVA

SUMAN SRIDHAR & THE BLACK MAMBA

PREMATRON

SUNFLOWER TAPE MACHINE

SIJYA

SYNISTER

8 BIT CULPRIT

MARY ANN

YUHINA

AAYNA

CARISSA

DROOLFOX

SIIRY

The Yussef Dayes Experience

Henry Saiz and band present Moonlight Wolves

Vieux Farke Toure

Eelke Kleijn

Zeitgeist Freedom Energy Exchange

The Turbans

DAUWD

l'Eclair

Tara Lily

Anyasa

Hanumankind

T.ill Apes

The Lojal Experience

Baalti

Unnayanaa

Aaguu

Atoem

Dorian Concept

DreamStates B2B Zokhuma

Easy Wanderlings

Jimmy It

Klangphonics

Latanya Alberto

Mannequin dISORDER

Midnight Traffic

Nida

Peekay

Prematron vs Sivaprayojan

Ranj x Clifr

Sandunes

Sanoli Chowdhary

Synths Back

Twoeyed Wizards

Squarepusher

Acid Pauli

Fakear

Shigeto Live Ensemble

Sarathy Korwar

MATHAME

Daniel Waples & Flavio Lopez

Viken Arman

Garden City Movement

La P'tite Fumée

Natasha Diggs

Maksim Dark

(((o)))

The Soul

Ana Lilia

Prabh Deep

Lifafa

JITTER

Khasi Bloodz ft. Meba Ofilia

THAALAVATTAM

Dhruv Visvanath

CHRMS

Kavya X Chaz

Goos

Assad Namazi

Chhabb b2b Bhish

Seasonal Affected Beats

Gauley Bhai

Stalvart John

Tasnneem

Alina

Project Mishram

FKJ

Dusky

Stavroz

Tennyson

Grouch-in-Dub

IglooGhost

Fur-Coat

Awesome Tapes From Africa

Anomalie

NOLAH

PHON_O

Dualist Inquiry

Murthovic

Sid Sriram

Ankur & The Ghalat Family

When Chai Met Toast

MALFNKTION

Van Luup

Aditi Ramesh

Ape Echoes

Moscada

Shreyas

Likwid

ADU

Rafiki

Aparamparagata

Nothing Anonumous

Techno Mads

Emancipator

Hilight Tribe

Nathan 'Flutebox' Lee

Gentleman's Dub Club

Manu Delago

Agents of Time

Andrew Ashong

Arjun Vagale

BLOT

Prateek Kuhad

Praveen Achary

Komorebi

Sid Washi

The Jass B'stards

The Fanculos

Mohini Dey

Esani Dey

Twokid Wickid

Func-

DJRobby

Dreamstates

Youngr

Submotion Orcherstra

BeardyMan

Susheela Raman

talvin singh

Franca

SAm Maher

Soulmate

the ska vengers

madboy & mink

Thalavattam

Kanchan Daniels & The Beards

Yourchin

ALO WALA

F-16s

Audio Units

m.mat

Jordan Rakei

kohra

Peter-cat

Sitar SOnic

vinayak^a

Nicholson

zokuhma

Kumail

paloma

Aqua Dominatrix

asvajit

mali

zoya

SUSTAINABILITY + EDUCATION

  • SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

    80% of our festival production - stages, art installations and generic festival build is made up of recycled, up-cycled, re-purposed and junked media.

  • WASTE MANAGEMENT

    The team ensures that the festival grounds are always clean, and that our waste is responsibly segregated.

  • EDUCATION

    Through workshops, activities and initiatives, we aim to further educate people on how to live their greenest.

  • NO PLASTIC/FLEX ZONE

    Echoes of Earth is a strict no flex/ no plastic zone.

  • SOLAR POWERED STAGE

    Finding new ways to use sustainable energy, the team put together a solar powered stage.

Every element of Echoes is designed and curated keeping sustainability at its core. We are here to prove that large format events can be executed without causing any harm to our planet. Each year we aim to find new ways to make our festival greener, and ensure that our audience takes back with them sustainable methods observed at the festival. Echoes has managed to become a pioneer in sustainable music festivals, and has influenced festival all over to adopt similar principles and methods.

MEDIA

Experience

Echoes of Earth is a safe environment where people have the freedom to explore, relax and meet like minded people. With our carefully curated line-up, visually striking stages and interactive workshops, Echoes creates a unique experience for every festival goer amidst the lush greenery of our festival grounds. .

ART

Echoes of Earth is a space for expression and a platform for artists to showcase their art. Our uniquely designed stages and art installations are put together by our artists using recycled and upcycled media collected from junk yards. These installations bring our festival grounds to life, and play an important role in our understanding and learning of sustainable art.

Culture

Echoes of Earth has always focused on the importance of culture, as the art around us has arisen from it. With music and art taking new forms everyday, we aim to keep the culture alive by dedicating elements of our festival to ancient art forms. Over the years we have celebrated culture through performances, themed stages, museums, workshops and much more.

Design

The Jungle Stage

Our Jungle Stage, built entirely from reclaimed bamboo and illuminated by an upcycled disco ball, offers a unique and sustainable setting. Using over 3,150 kgs of bamboo, this stage is set in a natural grove and hosted performances by Hamza Rahimtula and the Rajasthani Folk Stars, Mdub. Shantam, Vairaagi, prematron, yogev haruhi and many more.

The Ghost - Horned Ghost Crab

The Ghost stage celebrated this nocturnal creature known as a key indicator of ecosystem health in the Goan marine ecosystem, as their burrow numbers decrease with increased human activity. Designed by Swordfish and the Echoes team, and produced by Muzzamil Shariff, the stage measured 58 ft by 36 ft, using 3,800 kg of metal scrap and 80% recycled materials. Built to protect native flora, it hosted performances by Oden and Fatzo, Shubostar, and Discostan.

The Kraken - Giant Pacific Octopus

The Kraken stage celebrates this intelligent species' ability to solve puzzles, remember, and camouflage tied to its importance in the marine ecosystem of Goa. Designed by the in-house Echoes team, the stage was crafted by Siddhartha Kararwal and Blaise Murals, the stage spans 99.5 ft in length and 44 ft in height, using 1,800 kg of metal scrap and fabric.

The Big Beak - Great Indian Hornbill

The Great Indian Hornbill plays a vital role in forest connectivity and regeneration by dispersing seeds and aiding in cross-pollination. "The Big Beak" stage celebrates its ecological significance and the rich biodiversity of Goa . Designed by the in-house Echoes team, the stage was crafted by Siddhartha Kararwal using recycled materials such as metal scraps, rods, cloth, and fabric. This impressive stage, measuring 80 ft x 38.5 ft x 42.35 ft, hosted legendary acts like Garden City Movement, Satori, and Sundrop Garden.

Rhino Beetle Stage

It’s easy to see where the rhinoceros beetle derives its name from.This species use their large horns to drive away other males during mating rituals, carrying a strength that allows them to forage through heavy litter and dig to safety. As primary consumers they feed on plants, but also play an important role as decomposers in the ecosystem by breaking down dead and rotting plant material. Did you catch the rhino stage come to life at night as projection mapping streaked across its luminescent wings! Constructed by Siddarth Kararwal,designed by the in-house EOE team, stage made from metal scraps, carpet and cloth.

Serpent Stage

The Malabar pit viper occurs in a multitude of different colors and morphs, making it an extremely popular snake within the Western Ghats. Venomous in nature, they act as top predators helping moderate the populations of small mammals, birds, and amphibians, however they have been observed ending up as prey for the infamous King Cobra! In a fitting tribute to the Malabar pit vipers' mesmerizing beauty, this stage was carefully designed by the in-house EOE team and put together by Muzamil using mostly metal scraps.

Tusker Stage

A keystone species in the Western Ghats, Asian elephant's contribute to seed dispersal and create clearings that influence vegetative growth. Echoes of Earth celebrates Bhogeshwar, a revered elephant with the longest tusks in Asia. Having passed away in 2022, the Tusker Stage is dedicated to his memory. Designed by the in-house EOE team, this stage was masterfully crafted by Siddharth Karawal who used recycled materials such as carpets, bamboo, jute, and metal scraps.

The Amur Falcon Stage

Stretching over 78ft, created from 3000kg of discarded metal and cloth, the Amur Falcon Stage is a captivating sight. It stands to celebrate impactful interventions in preserving this species in north India. Hosting acts like The Yusef Dayez experience, Klangphonics, Hanuma till apes, and more, embodies the spirit of change

The Himalayan Ibex Stage

Brought to life with discarded cardboard and supported by our trusty fuel tank, repurposed from three previous editions. Despite playing a critical role in the ecosystem, the Ibex population faces threat. Dr. Bhatnagar's intervention in spreading awareness and reducing conflicts is crucial for its conservation and in doing so, completing the circle of life.

The Indian Red Scorpion stage

Crafted from recycled and salvaged metal scrap from our previous Vulture stage, complemented by visuals for an immersive experience. While the Indian red scorpion isn't covered by specific wildlife protection laws, it is threatened and vulnerable. This stage serves to amplify awareness about its conservation significance in the grasslands.

HANGUL STAGE

Taking inspiration from the Hangul, (also know as the Kashmiri Stag) this 60 ft tall stage took over two months to produce, from the sketches to the final floating structure. Using low-polygon structure modeling, the framework of the Hangul was made with reused metal structures from the Lionfish stage in 2018, and was wrapped with white cloth which acted as a surface for 3D projection mapping.

TIGER STAGE

The Tiger stage took inspiration from the solitary king of the jungle. This stage celebrated the success of the conservation efforts in India, that have brought the Tiger back from the brink of extinction. This design was made using cardboard corrugated sheets, with 7 layers and 73 components assembled on scrap metal frames. The structure was then fixed on a 40 ft tall erected discarded fuel tank which acted as the main structural support for the stage.

VULTURE STAGE

Inspired by the glorious wings of the Indian Vulture, this stage was a tribute to the majestic sky-soarer. The wings of the Vulture were kinetic, moving in between performances. The energy at the stage was unparalleled, complementing the spirit of the Vulture and our music.

LIONFISH STAGE

Inspired by the mane of the majestic Lionfish, this stage was made out of recycled cloth and metal frames. The poisonous fins of the Lionfish were spread at 30ft coupled with 3D projection mapping to create a stunning visual experience.

MANDALA STAGE

This stage was influenced by the Mandalas formed on the sea beds by Puffer Fish. Organic wool, discarded cloth and metal frames were used to put this stage together. Lights were rhythmically programmed to bring the colours of the stage to life.

ANGLER FISH STAGE

Earlier in 2018, plastic was found in the Mariana Trench, home to the Angler Fish. To pay tribute to this unique creature, the techno stage was inspired by the Angler fish. Rhythmically timed MAD lighting was programmed to replicate the lure of the Angler fish.

DRAGONFLY STAGE

This stage was inspired by the intricate wings of the Dragonfly. Projection mapping on these wings created a stunning visual experience and complimented the artists performing on the stage. Metal frames and discarded tarpaulin were used to make this stage.

CHANAPATNA STAGE

Our world fusion stage paid tribute to the toy making town of Channapatna in Karnataka. This 60ft tall puppet was made of bamboo, rice glue, paper and biodegradable paints.

SPIDER STAGE

This stage was made of discarded metal. The eight long legs of the spider were lit up to create an illusion of a giant spider emerging out of the forest.

NILGIRI STAGE

This stage was made out of recycled cement drain pipes and was erected using the ‘rammed earth’ technique thereby minimizing the use of nuts and bolts. A special monument restoring team was deployed to ensure these pipes stood tall without metal or cement reinforcements.

YAKSHA STAGE

This stage was inspired by the ancient folk - art form of Yakshagana. The Mukut of the dancer was made of a discarded ferris wheel and wrapped in discarded cloth and old saris. The face of the dancer was projected onto a screen and visuals changed throughout the performances.

BIANCO STAGE

This stage was deep in the woods and was made of discarded metal frames. LED lights were set on either side of the stage enhancing the audio visual experience.

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