Team ‘The Outsiders’
22nd Aug 2024
Team ‘The Outsiders’
22nd Aug 2024
Manav Sharma, better known by his stage name inkth, is a 27-year-old artist hailing from Jaipur. As a late 90s kid, he’s been immersed in the world of hip hop since his early teens, watching the genre evolve from lyrical raps to trap and, more recently, to melodic, heavily processed vocal layers. This journey through hip hop’s various phases has played a significant role in shaping his musical taste and artistic direction.
His latest project, Surfin’' Blues is a testament to this evolution, blending the soulful essence of blues with the rhythmic pulse of hip hop. “I’ve always been drawn to the blues, and Surfin’' Blues is me dabbling into that genre with a hip-hop twist,” inkth shares. “I like to colour code my music, and this time, I was really feeling the blues.”
Over the past four years, inkth has experimented with a wide range of sub-genres, allowing him to hone his craft and discover his unique sound. He feels a growing sense of satisfaction as an artist, not just because of his ability to explore different styles, but because he’s beginning to find joy in listening to his own music. “I think I’ve finally found my sound, even though I love to explore. It’s a special feeling when you can genuinely enjoy what you’ve created as a listener.”
Despite his love for experimentation, inkth remains deeply involved in the creative process of his music. He’s responsible for composing melodies, crafting flows, writing lyrics, recording, and mixing/mastering his tracks—all without any external assistance. While the production aspect is handled by others, the rest of the process can be quite taxing. “It’s always a challenge to do most of it alone, but thank God for the producers who help bring it all together.”
With Surfin’ Blues, inkth aims to deliver feel-good, danceable tracks that resonate with listeners. “There’s a bit of hipness, some dance vibes, and a lot of feel-good energy in these tracks,” he explains. “You never know what people might be going through, but I hope they find something in my music that makes it worth their while.”
Manav Sharma, better known by his stage name inkth, is a 27-year-old artist hailing from Jaipur. As a late 90s kid, he’s been immersed in the world of hip hop since his early teens, watching the genre evolve from lyrical raps to trap and, more recently, to melodic, heavily processed vocal layers. This journey through hip hop’s various phases has played a significant role in shaping his musical taste and artistic direction.
His latest project, Surfin’' Blues is a testament to this evolution, blending the soulful essence of blues with the rhythmic pulse of hip hop. “I’ve always been drawn to the blues, and Surfin’' Blues is me dabbling into that genre with a hip-hop twist,” inkth shares. “I like to colour code my music, and this time, I was really feeling the blues.”
Over the past four years, inkth has experimented with a wide range of sub-genres, allowing him to hone his craft and discover his unique sound. He feels a growing sense of satisfaction as an artist, not just because of his ability to explore different styles, but because he’s beginning to find joy in listening to his own music. “I think I’ve finally found my sound, even though I love to explore. It’s a special feeling when you can genuinely enjoy what you’ve created as a listener.”
Despite his love for experimentation, inkth remains deeply involved in the creative process of his music. He’s responsible for composing melodies, crafting flows, writing lyrics, recording, and mixing/mastering his tracks—all without any external assistance. While the production aspect is handled by others, the rest of the process can be quite taxing. “It’s always a challenge to do most of it alone, but thank God for the producers who help bring it all together.”
With Surfin’ Blues, inkth aims to deliver feel-good, danceable tracks that resonate with listeners. “There’s a bit of hipness, some dance vibes, and a lot of feel-good energy in these tracks,” he explains. “You never know what people might be going through, but I hope they find something in my music that makes it worth their while.”