Episode 238: Prajwal Aryal & Abhi Pokharel | The Phosphenes Band | Sushant Pradhan Podcast

Abhi Pokhrel and Prajwal Aryal, the founding members of The Phosphenes Band joined us to get into the story behind the band, sharing their experiences in creating soulful melodies that have captivated hearts. From the breakthrough hit 'Dust' to the viral sensation 'Yestai Nai Hola,' they provide insights to the unique sound and artistry that define Phosphenes. They also share how they envision the aesthetics of their music videos, where love is explored in retro, dramatic, and abstract themes. In this podcast, get an insider's perspective on the band's growth and their contribution to the vibrant Nepali music scene.

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 INTRO
04:30 Indian vs Nepali Music Scene
12:31 Tapping the Indian Market
17:06 Commercial Music
22:34 Indie Music
26:11 Musical Inspirations
38:33 Life is a gift
40:46 Phosphenes' Story
50:12 'Yestai nei Hola'
51:27 Politics, Policies & Brain Drain
1:01:55 Lockdown & Economy
1:05:52 Musical industry in Nepal
1:11:02 Artist Management,
1:14:27 Nepali & English
1:16:57 Exploring & Experimenting
1:22:22 Motivation & Cult Mentality
1:30:54 Knowing Yourself, Mushroom trip
1:36:20 No shortcuts
1:39:33 Music, Authenticiy & Audience
1:44:35 Balen Shah
1:45:26 Selling Music in India, Cross Country
1:52:26 Government's Help?
2:01:06 Creating Music
2:05:32 Phosphenes' Album, Shows
2:13:23 Band Dynamics, Collaborations
2:20:47 Last Words