Jan 25 2026 to Jan 25 2026 7 p.m.

Where

Freedom Park

Seshadri Road, Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru 560009

Event Description

9 grader nord is a Norwegian, Tamil Folk-Rock band that draws inspiration from a diverse range of musical styles, including Carnatic music, baila, and Tamil folk music. This performance is also the opening show of their debut India tour.

The band, consisting of sisters Mira and Dipha Thiruchelvam, Jakob Sisselson Hamre, and Jakob Sønnesyn, is known for their energetic, rebellious, and confident stage performances, incorporating various instruments like bamboo flute and cajon to create a unique and captivating live sound. The band name is Norwegian for 9 degress north, where Jaffna in Sri Lanka lies, hometown of Mira and Dipha's parents.

Since their beginning in 2017, the band has performed at numerous prestigious Norwegian festivals and various club stages across Norway, in addition to bigger TV appearances. Their versatality has led the to exciting projects such as collaborating with the Norwegian Radio Orchestra, and their second album "Yalpanam" won a Norwegian Grammy.

Presented By
9 grader nord

The band 9 grader nord was formed in 2017 and is Norwegian for 9 degress north, where Jaffna in Sri Lanka lies. It is the hometown of Mira and Dipha's parents, who fled the Sri Lankan civil war in the 1980s and have since been dedicated to preserving their Tamil cultural heritage. This dedication is evident in 9 grader nord's music. The album "Yalpanam" reflects the band's deeply rooted desire to preserve their Tamil cultural heritage, which has been a significant driving force and motivation for their decision to sing in Tamil. The album is a chronological story that begins with the sister's parents arrival in Norway and explores the constant quest for recognition and affirmation within their own community.

Supported by
Music Norway, Bergen Municipality

Curated by
linear festivals