By Spandan Fulkar
07th May 2024
By Spandan Fulkar
07th May 2024
In the quaint valleys of Himachal Pradesh, amidst the serene backdrop of nature's splendor, a musical maverick is sculpting his artistry, one note at a time. Piyush Parmar, known to the world as Shy Wry, transcends the boundaries of conventional genres, painting his sonic canvas with hues of experimentation and innovation.
Shy Wry's musical expedition is woven with diverse threads of influence, experiences, and relentless pursuit of expression. Unlike the confines of traditional categorizations, his music defies labels, traversing through realms of alternative, indie, hip-hop, and beyond. "I'm still unable to fit my music in a box," he muses, reflecting on his eclectic sonic voyage. "Life's too short to study it all," he adds, hinting at the myriad genres he's explored, from Hindustani Classical to Jazz, Folk to DnB, each adding a unique hue to his sonic palette.
The genesis of Shy Wry's musical odyssey can be traced back to his childhood, where he reluctantly embraced the world of keys and instruments at the behest of his parents. Yet, it was a pivotal romantic encounter at the age of 14 that catalysed his introspection into the realm of music's significance in his life. "I didn't have an answer back then. I do now," he reminisces, contemplating the serendipitous intertwining of love and music in shaping his identity.
In the quaint valleys of Himachal Pradesh, amidst the serene backdrop of nature's splendor, a musical maverick is sculpting his artistry, one note at a time. Piyush Parmar, known to the world as Shy Wry, transcends the boundaries of conventional genres, painting his sonic canvas with hues of experimentation and innovation.
Shy Wry's musical expedition is woven with diverse threads of influence, experiences, and relentless pursuit of expression. Unlike the confines of traditional categorizations, his music defies labels, traversing through realms of alternative, indie, hip-hop, and beyond. "I'm still unable to fit my music in a box," he muses, reflecting on his eclectic sonic voyage. "Life's too short to study it all," he adds, hinting at the myriad genres he's explored, from Hindustani Classical to Jazz, Folk to DnB, each adding a unique hue to his sonic palette.
The genesis of Shy Wry's musical odyssey can be traced back to his childhood, where he reluctantly embraced the world of keys and instruments at the behest of his parents. Yet, it was a pivotal romantic encounter at the age of 14 that catalysed his introspection into the realm of music's significance in his life. "I didn't have an answer back then. I do now," he reminisces, contemplating the serendipitous intertwining of love and music in shaping his identity.
The embryonic stages of Shy Wry's musical evolution found fruition on a fateful day in January 2018, when he stumbled upon FL Studio, mesmerized by Martin Garrix's live music production. With a newfound fervour, he delved into the realms of electronic music, crafting his inaugural creation, a progressive house track whose memory still lingers, albeit hidden in the depths of his creative vault. "These tracks were obviously annoying and embarrassing to me. Some years ago. But now I see them as starting blocks that shot me into infinity," he reflects, acknowledging the humble origins that paved the path for his sonic expedition.
Expression reigns supreme in Shy Wry's artistic manifesto, transcending the confines of conventional meaning. "I don’t wish to convey any meaning through my music. Meanings are created by the recipients. I just aim to evoke the intriguing essence of nature," he elucidates, highlighting his penchant for crafting ethereal, textural soundscapes that resonate with the ineffable rhythms of existence.
The creative process unfolds as a mystical journey for Shy Wry, devoid of scientific rigidity yet imbued with boundless experimentation. From curating a bespoke palette of instruments for each project to embracing impromptu melodies birthed from guitar strings, his methodology transcends conventional norms. "If it sounds right, it is right. And it is right when you don’t have anything left to remove," he muses, encapsulating the essence of his intuitive approach towards creation.
A sonic alchemist, Shy Wry's musical identity is an amalgamation of disparate influences, ranging from the timeless melodies of RD Burman to the avant-garde compositions of Radiohead. "Wide, ethereal, textural sounds infused with hip-hop drenched Indian music," he describes, offering a glimpse into the kaleidoscopic mosaic of his sonic identity.
As the curtains rise on the next chapter of his musical saga, Shy Wry embarks on a voyage of collaboration and collective creation. "I’ve already made 3 albums alone and I felt I could be making better stuff with more perspectives involved. So, I’m more inclined towards collaborative projects now," he reveals, hinting at an upcoming debut album poised to redefine the contours of sonic exploration.
The embryonic stages of Shy Wry's musical evolution found fruition on a fateful day in January 2018, when he stumbled upon FL Studio, mesmerized by Martin Garrix's live music production. With a newfound fervour, he delved into the realms of electronic music, crafting his inaugural creation, a progressive house track whose memory still lingers, albeit hidden in the depths of his creative vault. "These tracks were obviously annoying and embarrassing to me. Some years ago. But now I see them as starting blocks that shot me into infinity," he reflects, acknowledging the humble origins that paved the path for his sonic expedition.
Expression reigns supreme in Shy Wry's artistic manifesto, transcending the confines of conventional meaning. "I don’t wish to convey any meaning through my music. Meanings are created by the recipients. I just aim to evoke the intriguing essence of nature," he elucidates, highlighting his penchant for crafting ethereal, textural soundscapes that resonate with the ineffable rhythms of existence.
The creative process unfolds as a mystical journey for Shy Wry, devoid of scientific rigidity yet imbued with boundless experimentation. From curating a bespoke palette of instruments for each project to embracing impromptu melodies birthed from guitar strings, his methodology transcends conventional norms. "If it sounds right, it is right. And it is right when you don’t have anything left to remove," he muses, encapsulating the essence of his intuitive approach towards creation.
A sonic alchemist, Shy Wry's musical identity is an amalgamation of disparate influences, ranging from the timeless melodies of RD Burman to the avant-garde compositions of Radiohead. "Wide, ethereal, textural sounds infused with hip-hop drenched Indian music," he describes, offering a glimpse into the kaleidoscopic mosaic of his sonic identity.
As the curtains rise on the next chapter of his musical saga, Shy Wry embarks on a voyage of collaboration and collective creation. "I’ve already made 3 albums alone and I felt I could be making better stuff with more perspectives involved. So, I’m more inclined towards collaborative projects now," he reveals, hinting at an upcoming debut album poised to redefine the contours of sonic exploration.
The evolution of Shy Wry as an artist transcends mere musical prowess, encompassing a profound journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration. "I’ve learnt to play Rabab, Rajasthani Kartal, a little Tabla and flute ever since I started making my own music," he shares, underscoring his relentless quest to unravel the indigenous tapestry of Indian musical heritage.
Yet, amidst the symphony of creative revelation, Shy Wry remains grounded in the lessons gleaned from his musical odyssey. "One thing for sure, don’t just confine to yourself thinking you’re self-sufficient," he advises, emphasizing the transformative power of collaboration and collective synergy in birthing transcendent artistry.
Amidst the crescendo of anticipation for his forthcoming album, Shy Wry finds solace in the prospect of live performances, eager to forge authentic connections with his audience beyond the confines of digital interfaces. "I’m more of a stand-up guy, good with interactions in the offline world," he confesses, echoing his affinity for genuine human connections amidst the ephemeral realm of online personas.
As the curtain falls on this chapter of revelation and introspection, Shy Wry stands poised at the threshold of a new epoch, his sonic odyssey poised to unravel new vistas of exploration and expression. "I await your reactions as I anticipate a jolt with every release," he muses, embodying the indomitable spirit of artistic evolution and perpetual reinvention.
The evolution of Shy Wry as an artist transcends mere musical prowess, encompassing a profound journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration. "I’ve learnt to play Rabab, Rajasthani Kartal, a little Tabla and flute ever since I started making my own music," he shares, underscoring his relentless quest to unravel the indigenous tapestry of Indian musical heritage.
Yet, amidst the symphony of creative revelation, Shy Wry remains grounded in the lessons gleaned from his musical odyssey. "One thing for sure, don’t just confine to yourself thinking you’re self-sufficient," he advises, emphasizing the transformative power of collaboration and collective synergy in birthing transcendent artistry.
Amidst the crescendo of anticipation for his forthcoming album, Shy Wry finds solace in the prospect of live performances, eager to forge authentic connections with his audience beyond the confines of digital interfaces. "I’m more of a stand-up guy, good with interactions in the offline world," he confesses, echoing his affinity for genuine human connections amidst the ephemeral realm of online personas.
As the curtain falls on this chapter of revelation and introspection, Shy Wry stands poised at the threshold of a new epoch, his sonic odyssey poised to unravel new vistas of exploration and expression. "I await your reactions as I anticipate a jolt with every release," he muses, embodying the indomitable spirit of artistic evolution and perpetual reinvention.
