Lazie Indie Magazine - September 2024 Edition

On Cover Masa Takumi

The International Indie Music Festival (IIMF) has rapidly become a key platform for independent

musicians worldwide, offering them a unique space to connect, collaborate, and showcase their

talent across genres. The festival was born out of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic,

a time when independent artists were struggling for visibility and performance opportunities. The

idea for IIMF emerged through a partnership between the Kerala Arts and Crafts Village (KACV)

in Kovalam, Kerala and Lazie Indie Magazine.

Lazie Indie Magazine, a musician-focused publication with readers in over 120 countries, became a

crucial hub for independent musicians seeking a sense of community. Unlike traditional music

magazines, Lazie Indie focuses on indie artists, providing them with exposure and support at a time

when many were isolated from the music scene due to the pandemic. Through interviews,

features, and collaborations, the magazine helped build a network of global artists, creating

connections that eventually led to the idea of IIMF. This shared sense of solidarity among indie

musicians sparked the idea for a festival that could bring them together on a global stage.

However, turning the idea into reality required considerable support and involvement, which

came from KACV. The Kerala Arts and Crafts Village, located in the popular beach town of

Kovalam, recognized the potential for such a festival to boost local tourism and local art and

culture while promoting global indie music. Their backing helped bring the inaugural IIMF to life

in 2022, turning it into both a cultural event and an economic boost for the region. This

partnership ensured the festival had the infrastructure and reach necessary to attract global

audiences.

The first edition of IIMF was a resounding success, featuring a diverse lineup of musicians from

eight countries. Notable international acts included Will Johns from the UK, Sami Chohfi from the

USA, Lyia Meta from Malaysia, Anslom from Papua New Guinea, Rudra from Singapore, and Roc

Flowers from Italy. Indian artists such as Agam, Chaos, When Chai Met Toast, and Project

Malabaricus added a rich local flavor. The festival’s mix of genres and global representation made

it a true celebration of indie music’s diversity.

Building on the success of the first edition, the second IIMF in 2023 expanded further with

headliners like Dave Evans (ex-AC/DC) and popular Indian bands like Indian Ocean and Girish and

the Chronicles. International stars like Psychopunch (Sweden), Dharma (Taiwan), Viking Queen

(Norway), and Melody (Uganda) highlighted the global nature of the festival.

The third edition of IIMF is scheduled for November 22-24, 2024, with more partners coming on

board. While the lineup is yet to be revealed, it promises to continue the festival’s tradition of

bringing together the best of indie music. Thanks to the support from KACV and its growing global

presence, IIMF is set to become a landmark event in the history of independent music, offering a

platform for creativity and artistic freedom.

The International Indie Music Festival

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