NAGALAND AWAKENING! A Glimpse of the ACAUT Rally 2013

ACAUT stands for ACtion Against Unabated Taxation. The rally was held at Circular Road Dimapur on 31st October, 2013 .

Easily one of the largest public gathering in Nagaland, the rally was a public protest against the illegal taxation levied by the parallel governments (Naga Nationalist groups) and multiple tax paid to the groups. It was organized by ACAUT with the help of The Naga Blog. The protest rally witnessed an estimated attendance of thirty thousand civilians.

The rally was well received by the public calling it a "people's movement", "economic freedom movement",  "movement for justice", "a movement of change".


Source: NE BUZZ

The Naga Blog is a Facebook group created by Yanpvuo Kikon, which, as of today has about 30000+ member following. Through this group people have come together to address various issues faced in Nagaland, bad road conditions being one of them which was also organized in other districts of Nagaland as well.  The Naga Blog Facebook group: link

Punk Rock Video | "Tonight" by Best B4 24 Months

This song by Best B4 24 Months, a punk-rock band from Dimapur won them the award for Best Music Video at the 3rd Music Awards of Nagaland, 2011.
Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/mvanmengu

Nagaland Elections 2013 | Dimapur Election Theme

The elections in Nagaland is already in the national news for the bad reasons. But good to see others trying to encourage people to do the right thing.

Christmas Rickshaw Race Dimapur, 2011

Enjoy this Christmas Rickshaw race in Dimapur held last year. Enjoy the race as well as the commentary...:D (laughs)

Music Video | Panacea by UDX

Most Naga music fans must have heard of a band named "Dementia". Well, they are now known as UDX.

Looks like music and music videos from Nagaland are getting better and better. And this is no exception. One of the best music videos with plain good quality music. Read more about them below, of course, after you have done watching this awesome video:)



Band: UDX (Nagaland) 
Members: Akihito- vocals, Moa - Shredder, Lanu - Drums, Bendang - Bass 

About UDX:

pic source: udxmusic.com

The band UDX which was initially known as ‘Dementia’ was formed in the month of March 2008 and was renamed as UDX on the 3rd of July 2011, took off with commitment to alternative metal setting the course of the band to creating difference through music that which is also musically different. Along with alternative metal as generic musicality the band blend with hues of rock, blues, and funk genre as its musical style. Ideally dedicated to social cause, UDX music is strummed to the harmony of society, thematic with rhymes forms. The band consisting of four members rolls out stylistic difference in ad-lib arrangement, jiving up the penultimate of musicianship.

Of the numerous successful shows and sensational gigs the band reveals in the “felt” music upstage propelled by sheer sense of music in vivace. UDX performs in the state and are prominently invited for performance (outside the state) at invitational level. UDX over the years has also earned feats and stunning success. As a band UDX stand as:- 1. Winner of Nagaland music safari dimapur 2008 2. 1st runners up Nagaland music safari state level 2008 3. Winner of all Nagaland best of the best rock contest 2009 4. Stage opener for MR. BIG. 5. Winner of NSACS live drive 2009. 6. 1st runner up North east art fusion rock contest 2010. 7. Winner of karbi beats national rock contest 2010. (Apart from playing in various places in North East India and other cities) Source: https://www.facebook.com/pages/UDX/114444925316057

Read the cover article of UDX in The Morung Express:
UDX: Making a difference with every drop of their music 

Follow this band: 
Website: http://udxmusic.com 
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/UDX/114444925316057

Music Video | The breakup song by Best B4 24 Months

As per this source, they were nominated in the Rock (Soft/ Alternative) category of the 4th Music Awards of Nagaland 2012.

Ever wondered, "What's with the name "Best B4 24 Months""? Believe it or not (as per the source above) the name of the band was taken from a lip guard gel cover as a joke but soon was taken seriously and the name stuck like gel! The band won the runners-up place in the Metronome Beat Contest 2006 and have also played a few gigs locally. This punk band from Dimapur, Nagaland, India consists of Imdong Ajem (vox), Sangpo Jamir (Lead guitars), Imlitoshi Imsong (guitars), Yiatoshi Ajem (Bass), Aaron (Keys) and Ajemer Ajem (Skins). They are influenced by bands such as Sum41, Simple Plan and Good Charlotte. They won the award for Best Music Video during last year's edition of the awards for their song 'Tonight'.

Giving hope to unwanted babies | Mothers Hope Dimapur, Nagaland

Mothers Hope Nagaland giving hope to children born out of wedlock.


Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/HiDawnMedia
"Mother's Hope provides unconditional love to pregnant girls undergoing crisis pregnancies. We provide and promote loving, nurturing care for newborn and infants needing permanent home. We provide home to young girls, who are usually victims of sexual abuse. With this mission of 'rebuilding hope' Mother's Hope was started on June 01, 2001 in Dimapur, Nagaland, India." Visit Mothers Hope Website: http://www.mothershope.in

Ketho Liegise and Nise Meruno - O sole mio

"O sole mio" is a globally known Neapolitan song written in 1898. Its lyrics were written by Giovanni Capurro and the melody was composed by Eduardo di Capua. There are other versions of "'O sole mio" but it usually sung in the original Neapolitan language (natives of Naples, Italy).

"O sole mio" translates literally as "my sunshine."

"O Sole Mio" by Kethozhavi liegise, a 14 year old boy,and piano accompaniment by Nise Meruno on Valentine's Day celebration 2010 at Furtados, Dimapur , Nagaland.

Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzxT6CYKpGY

Furtados Dimapur Presents Acoustica Online Entry 'The Feeling' by Mhaseve Tetseo

WOW!!! What a fantastic way to start a new month! Totally refreshed by this awesome piece. Support Mhaseve Tetseo on http://www.facebook.com/furtadosdimapur


More from their YouTube video description:
"Wow! Thanks a lot for the wonderful response! My Entry has finally been shared on the official page of Furtados Dimapur! Please do 'Like' my entry shared on
http://www.facebook.com/furtadosdimapur

Furtados Dimapur Presents Acoustica Online - Acoustic Guitar Contest 2012!

The Winner takes away a brand new TAYLOR BIG BABY autographed by none other than Paul Gilbert and Eric Martin of MR BIG. Furtados Dimapur store is also sponsoring a tour for the winning guitarist and loads more!! \m/

I used my good old Vintage 'Givson' Guitar (Yup! And it sounds Great eh? :D) miked up with an M-Audio Nova through Fast Track to Live on my Mac and the video was shot with a 7D.

I wasn't very sure about pulling this Improvisation and Video off for the competition but then..Oh well! Thanks to all my friends for the Love and Support! :) Wish me Luck!

This one is for you Guys! Hope you Watch, Listen, Comment, Like and Share it.
Most importantly Please do 'Like' my entry shared on
http://www.facebook.com/furtadosdimapur Page!

For more information, check out:
http://www.facebook.com/furtadosdimapur"

Guitar Solo | Ekon Ezung - Amy (Original)

Found this amazing guitar talent on YouTube - Ekon Ezung from Dimapur, Nagaland.

His YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/EkonEzung

Also find him on Reverbnation: http://www.reverbnation.com/EkonEzung

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Meribeni-Women Music Festival Dimapur

Courtesy: http://www.youtube.com/user/womenmusicfestnaga
YouTube video Description : "Meribeni performing during the Women Music Festival on 2nd October 2010 celebrating Daniel Pearl World Music Days at Jumping Bean Cafe, Dimapur, Nagaland, India, organised by Abiogenesis Society"

Performance | Felicity Band Dimapur at Summer Jam 09

Performance of Felicity Band from Dimapur at Summer Jam 09, Nagaland