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Remo Fernandes, one of India's most gifted musicians, released a single, “India, I cry”, on Facebook on October 3, for free. All Remo asked for in return from those who liked it was that they should it post on their Walls and ask their friends to do the same.

It is now available on You Tube. It is a touching song. Do listen to it.



Lyrics

India, I cry
I cry, India
You were the world’s spiritual flower,
Now you’re just a starving nuclear power.
We’ve built the tall, ivory tower
While the slums outside, grow by the hour.
Your ministers rape you,
Your neighbours love to hate you
You people forsake you
Your movies stagnate you
You gods divide you
Your godmen misguide you.
Your devils in disguise,
are on the rise!
India, I cry
I cry, India...

Ever heard of Abiogenesis? It is a rock/fusion band from Nagaland. Its experimentation with music has resulted in a new form of world music named 'Howey' which is a fusion of Naga folk tunes with various forms of modern music. Another unique feature of Abiogenesis is that they play a new wind musical instrument made of bamboo called Bamhum as a leading instrument invented by Moa Subong, a band member.

Their second album 'Rustic Relish' has been listed in the 51st Grammy Awards in the Best Vocal Pop Album category. Their first album 'Aeon Spell' was also listed in two categories in the 50th Grammy Awards. Abiogenesis are:Arenla on Vocals and Lead Bamhum, Moa on Bamhum/Guitar/Harmonica, Longden on Lead Guitar, Imli on Drums/Percussions and Kongdir on Bass.

Here are You Tube videos of two of their great songs: