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Guitars in a Carnatic city: The rock n roll story of 1960s Madras

Best known for its classical music traditions, Madras also had a thriving rock n roll culture in the 1960s and 1970s. From The Mustangs and Selaiyur Swingsters to Anglo-Indian bands, performers recall The Beatles covers, college bands, clubs and homes where another version of the city came alive

2 Sep 2026 5:47 pm