Artists Coming To India in 2025-2026: Gorillaz, Klangkuenstler and More

With a packed calendar in 2024 and the past year, the bar for live music has been set high! Fans got an opportunity to see their favorite artists, EDM acts, and bands in action among hundreds and thousands of like-minded individuals. From Coldplay, Dua Lipa, Martin Garrix, and Charlotte de Witte to Guns N’ Roses, Green Day, Boris Brejcha, and Suho, a variety of musical geniuses showcased their talents to their Indian fans and curious attendees and won their hearts with their performances. 2026 and the next couple of months will be no less exciting!

Announcements of concerts, headliners, and gigs have started, so watch this space to find out which artists are headed to India to show you a great time in 2025 – 2026!

Check out the latest list of artists coming to India in 2026-2027: Anyma, Gorillaz, Foo Fighters, The Chainsmokers and More

Mochakk

When: Goa, Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru
Where: May 7 – 10, 2026

Mochakk is getting ready for his first-ever India tour. The Brazilian tech house virtuoso’s sound includes a blend of house, funk, techno infused with hip-hop, and Latin music. Goa’s RROV will be the first stop of the tour on May 7. Mochakk will head to the Bayview Lawns in Mumbai on May 8, and he will take charge of a venue in Delhi NCR on May 9. The District Arena at Terraform will be pulsing with Mochakk’s beat on May 10 in Bengaluru.

“India is somewhere that I always wanted to explore. So, to be touring there is a big moment for me. Over the past few years, I’ve seen more and more messages and streams from Indian fans, and hearing from DJ friends just how good the crowds and parties are there only gets me more excited, you can really feel how fast the electronic scene is growing there,” Mochakk said in a statement according to Rolling Stone India. “I’m hyped to explore a new place, meet some new people, have some amazing food, and see some beautiful places!” he added.

Oppidan

When: May 9 – 10, 2026
Where: New Delhi

Bringing fiery garage sets to increase the heat in India this summer is Oppidan! Fresh off her Speing 2026 tour with stops in London, Amsterdam, Paris, NYC, Toronto, the UK-based DJ/producer will be making her India debut this May in New Delhi. Oppidan will be showcasing her skills from behind the decks at BUDX NBA House 2026 at the Bharat Mandapam. Canadian rapper Nav, Richmond, California-based Fijana, and Norwegian trio The Bausa are also on the bill for the event.

Nico Moreno

When: May 29, 2026
Where: Mumbai

Nico Moreno’s intense techno sound will be hitting India this May! The French techno music heavyweight will be taking charge of the NESCO Center in Mumbai on May 29. Paradox brings Nico Moreno to deliver dancefloor-rattling sets for ravers who like high-energy tunes.

Klangkuenstler

When: June 6, 2026
Where: Mumbai

After making his India debut in 2024, Klangkuenstler played at the inaugural edition of the Circus Festival in India in Mumbai and another show in Goa last year. He will be back again in India but this time presenting his OUTWORLD concept to Mumbai. The German hard techno maven will be showcasing his OUTWORLD debut at the Dome SVP Stadium on June 6. “The relentless force of Schranz KLANGKUENSTLER is taking over Mumbai with his OUTWORLD Tour known for its high intensity atmosphere, an artistic concept defined by dystopian & sci-fi elements,” shared Sunburn on Instagram. Mumbai, be prepared for OUTWORLD by Klangkuenstler to take you to another world with an all-night long set. 

Anyma

When: November 21, 2026
Where: Mumbai

There is no stopping Anyma! After having become the first electronic music act to have a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere last year and performing at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the melodic techno and house maestro will be hitting the road across cities in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Australia as part of a new live show concept called ÆDEN. He will debut ÆDEN with a special set at Coachella on April 10 and April 17, 2026, before kicking off the world tour. The mighty Sunburn will be bringing the star to Mumbai on November 21 at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse for a mind-boggling night of music, hair-raising visuals, and next-level vibes.

Gorillaz

When: January 23 and January 27, 2027
Where: Bengaluru and Mumbai

Gorillaz are set to make their India debut next year in support of their latest record, ‘The Mountain,’ parts of which were recorded in Mumbai, Varanasi, New Delhi, and Rajasthan. “It [the project]is all geared towards arriving in India at some point. That’s the whole point of it – so that we can play some wonderful gigs in India. It’s just the beginning and I truly look forward to the experience of bringing a band like Gorillaz to India,” Damon said to Rolling Stone India in their January-February 2026 cover story.

The virtual band founded by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett will perform in India for the first time ever on January 23 in Bengaluru’s District Arena @ Terraform, with members 2D, Murdoc Niccals, Noodle and Russel Hobbs performing a second show at the Jio World Garden on January 27 in BKC, Mumbai. Gorillaz’s Indian collaborators on the album will also be gracing the stage alongside Albarn, Hewlett and the live band.

Damon said as per DJ Mag, “It has been and remains a dream of mine to bring Gorillaz in all its technicolour glory to India. It’s just the beginning and I truly look forward to the experience.” “Our dream has always been to do a tour of India. We’re very excited about returning to play shows in Mumbai and Bengaluru,” added Jamie Hewlett.

Baby J b2b Tye Turner

When: February 20 – 22, 2026
Where: Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Mumbai

Jakarta-born Perth-based DJ/producer and TikTok sensation Baby J is headed to India for a tantalising set across three cities. She will be performing in Hyderabad on February 20 and will have a gig at Bengaluru on February 21 at the Sunburn Union brought to you by Paradox. Baby J will go B2B with Australian-Filipino DJ & Producer Tye Turner at these gigs including her final stop on February 22 in Mumbai for Jameson Connects. 

Eli & Fur

When: March 14 – 15, 2026
Where: Mumbai and Bengaluru

Above & Beyond’s London-based deep house label Anjunadeep is bringing Eli & Fur to India! The electronic music pair made up of Eliza Noble and Jennifer Skillman who are best known for their enthralling combination of melodic house and techno will hit the stage in Mumbai for Anjunadeep Open Air on March 14 and will be playing in Bengaluru on March 15. Montreal-based electronic artist CRi has been confirmed for a DJ set along with Nordfold hailing from the Netherlands also on the bill. Anjunadeep’s weekend takeover will also feature India’s very own Parallel Voices. 

ANOTR

When: March 21, 2026
Where: Mumbai

ANOTR is coming to India this March with the debut of their No Art Festival. The Amsterdam-based electronic music duo will be taking over Bayview Lawns in Mumbai on March 21, 2026. The festival founders Jesse van der Heijden and Oguzhan Guney will be performing as ANOTR. Dutch DJ/producer and Planet Strangelove head honcho Job Jobse, Barcelona-based DJ ISAbella, minimal/ deep techno producer Marlie, and Rooley will be making their India debut at the No Art Festival. BENJA returns to India as part of the line-up. 

Carl Cox

When: January 16 – 18, 2026
Where: Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru

What better way to open the year in a grand way than a tour by the techno legend himself – Carl Cox. The British electronic music mammoth will set the perfect tone for the gig calendar for the rest of the year with his three-city tour. His first show comes at A DOT by GNH in Delhi NCR on January 16 with a second date on January 17 at Mumbai’s Dome SVP Stadium for Sunburn Arena. Carl will be concluding the tour in Bengaluru on January 18.

“India has always had a special energy, and every time I’ve played here, the crowd has given me something truly unforgettable. To return in 2026 feels like coming back to a community that lives and breathes the music just as deeply as I do. I can’t wait to bring a set that celebrates where techno has been, where it’s going, and everything we’ve built together on the dancefloor,” says Carl Cox as per Sunburn.

John Mayer

When: February 11, 2026
Where: Mumbai

John Mayer is making his India debut this year with a one-night-only solo set in Mumbai. The seven-time Grammy-winning artist will be performing at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai on February 11. This solo tour will also take the ‘New Light’ and ‘Slow Dancing in a Burning Room’ singer to Bahrain and Abu Dhabi for the very first time. “India has long been on my list of places to play, not just for the vibrancy of its culture but for the way music lives in the everyday lives of people here. To finally perform in Mumbai feels both humbling and exhilarating,” John Mayer said via a statement as per Rolling Stone India.

Hamdi

When: January 23 – 24, 2026
Where: Bengaluru and Mumbai

Hamdi is bringing his vigorous sets to India as part of his Asia Tour this January. He will make attendees move to his music at Sunburn Union in Bengaluru on January 23 for Road to Lolla India 26. The UK-based DJ/producer’s next stop is his debut at Lollapalooza India on January 24. Hamdi will set the Lolla stage ablaze at its fourth edition at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai. He will continue the Asia tour with stops in Seoul, Osaka, and Tokyo.

Tiësto

When: January 23 – 25, 2026
Where: Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata

Tiësto returns to India after his mind-blowing performance over a decade ago for a multi-city tour in the country. Mumbai will dance to his beats on January 23 at the Dome SVP Stadium. He will be en route to the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium the following day in New Delhi. His final concert in India as part of his multi-city tour will be held at Kolkata’s Aquatica Ground. “I’m beyond thrilled to return to India after 10 years! The country is one of my favourite places to perform and the energy and passion of the fans is just incredible. Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata– get ready to party with me because this is going to be unforgettable!” the Dutch trance and progressive house maestro said via a statement according to Hindustan Times.

Linkin Park

When: January 23 and 25, 2026
Where: Bengaluru and Mumbai

After rumors flying around for weeks and months, Linkin Park’s arrival in India has finally been confirmed. The legendary rock band will be taking the Lollapalooza India stage as headliners at the festival’s fourth edition in Mumbai next year, scheduled for January 25. The boundary-pushing group has touched the hearts of millions of people around the world through their lyricism and music. They also announced a new show in Bengaluru saying: “One show in India wasn’t enough. Bengaluru, we will see you January 23, 2026.” Linkin Park will be bringing their From Zero World Tour to Brigade Innovation Gardens marking their India debut.

Playboi Carti

When: January 24, 2026
Where: Mumbai

Co-headling Lollapalooza India 2026 alongside Linkin Park is the renowned hip hop act and influential rap star Playboi Carti. He has featured on popular tracks like ‘Timeless,’ ‘FEIN,’ ‘Popular’ and ‘Type Shit.’ His skills in modern rap have helped him amass millions of streams on digital streaming platforms and collaborations with high-profile artists. San Diego’s DJ/producer Knock2, Kehlani, English singer-songwriter YUNGBLUD, Japanese singer-songwriter and pianist Fuji Kaze, London-born DJ/producer Sammy Virji, and pop-rock outfit Lany are also on the line-up for Lollapalooza India.

Calum Scott

When: January 23 and 25, 2026
Where: Gurugram, and Mumbai

Calum Scott is bringing his Avenoir tour to India in support of his third studio album. The English singer-songwriter who came into the limelight after competing on Britain’s Got Talent will land in Gurugram’s Huda Gymkhana Club on January 23. The singer is known for his tracks ‘You Are The Reason’, ‘Where Are You Now’, and ‘Dancing On My Own’ garnering billions of plays on music streaming platforms. Scott will be taking the Lollapalooza India stage on the second day of the festival (January 25) in Mumbai.

Sultan + Shepard

When: January 30 – February 1, 2026
Where: Bengaluru, Goa, and Mumbai

Sultan + Shepard are bringing their Communicate DJ tour to India this year. The Grammy-nominated duo have announced a three-city tour. This leg of their tour commences in Bengaluru on January 30 with a show at Bastian Goa the following day. February 1 is their third and final date in India at Bastian in Mumbai.

“So excited to announce we’re continuing our Communicate DJ tour next year! ? ? The past few months of shows have been so inspiring. Getting back to our roots and being so close to the crowds has given us new enthusiasm for all of the music we’re making now. We’re hitting up some new places as well as some of our favorites we haven’t been to in a while,” Sultan + Shepard shared on Instagram. The Canadian electronic music pairr will take the EDC Mexico stage after their Mumbai concert and hit the road across cities in North America.

The Lumineers

When: February 1, 2026
Where: Gurugram

Colorado-based alt-folk band The Lumineers are returning to India after three years in 2026, taking charge of Huda Ground in Gurugram on February 1, 2026. The ‘Ho Hey,’ ‘Ophelia’ and ‘Stubborn Love’ hitmakers’ appearance at Haryana’s Huda Ground comes in support of their fifth studio album, ‘Automatic.’ It is their last stop on their Asia leg of the tour, which includes shows in Singapore, Manila, and Tokyo. They are currently on tour across the US and are gearing up to hit stages in New Zealand, Australia, Asia, and South Africa in 2026.

ARTBAT

When: February 7 – 8, 2026
Where: Goa

ARTBAT will be back in India in 2026 but this time in Goa! The Ukrainian melodic techno and progressive house duo will be headlining Casa Bacardi Goa 2026. KILIMANJARO, Sistek who blends Latin and afro house, South African afro house producer/DJ Da Capo, and German-based ONFAYA, are also on the bill.

DJ Snake

When: February 6, February 7, February 8, February 13, February 14, and February 15, 2026
Where: Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, and Delhi NCR

DJ Snake has announced his return to India with a 6-city tour! “INDIA! Can’t believe it’s been 3 years since I last played for you… I’ve missed your energy, that’s why I’m beyond happy to finally say I’M COMING BACK in September/October!” DJ Snake wrote on Instagram while sharing the news. However, the tour was rescheduled to 2026 “due to unforeseen productions and logistical challenges” as per a statement shared by Sunburn on Instagram. The Paris-born producer’s India tour in 2026 will begin with a concert in Kolkata on February 6 and will then head to Hyderabad on the following day February 7, with a show also confirmed for Bengaluru on February 8.

Pune will see floor-shaking sets from the Grammy-nominated DJ/producer on February 13 and Mumbai and Delhi NCR will groove to his tunes on February 14 and February 15, respectively. His chart-topping hits like ‘Turn Down For What,’ ‘Taki Taki,’ ‘Let Me Love You’ and ‘Lean On’ (the accompanying music video for which was filmed in India) still draws everyone to the dancefloor, and attendees get a chance to show off their best moves with DJ Snake laying down fiery sets before them.

Stavroz

When: December 13, 2025
Where: Bengaluru

Stavroz will be bringing their cinematic sound to the 2025 edition of the Echoes of Earth Festival in India. The upcoming edition of the festival will take place on December 13 and 14 in Bengaluru, with the Belgian electronic live music band gracing the Echoes of Earth stage on its first day. Australian producer, synthesist and bandleader Harvey Sutherland, Circle of Live – Swedish Grammy-nominated artist Sebastian Mullaert, Belgian DJ/producer Peter Van Hoesen and Erika, Thailand-based Sunju Hargun, and London’s DJ Chris Tofu feat. Debbralee Wells will also be heading to Bengaluru’s Embassy International Riding School for Echoes of Earth.

Indo Warehouse

When: December 13, 20, 21, 24, and 26, 2025
Where: Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune, and Bengaluru

Indo Warehouse is back in India for a five-date tour. The global house and techno collective which made history for becoming the first South Asian electronic music collective to perform at Coachella in 2025 will now bring the heat to several locations across India. Their first stop of the tour is Delhi before performing at two venues in Mumbai for the next stop. On December 20, Indo Warehouse will grace the Sunburn Festival stage and then head to the NSCI Dome in Worli. Indo Warehouse will take charge of Hyderabad’s Quake Arena on December 21, perform at Ballr – Pune on December 24 with a final concert at Cavore by Sourberry in Bengaluru on December 26.

Kaytranada

When: December 14, 2025
Where: Mumbai

Grammy-winning producer Kaytranada will be performing in India for the very first time this December. His one-night-only show will take place in Mumbai on December 14, offering a genre-defying set by blending hip-hop, R&B, and house at the Dome SVP Stadium. High-profile collaborations, coveted awards, and brilliant music – Kaytranada has it all. This Mumbai exclusive concert will be nothing short of extraordinary.

Monolink

When: December 14, December 28, December 30, December 31, 2025 and January 3, 2026
Where: Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata, Goa, and Manali

Monolink is headed to India for a five-stop tour spanning from mid-December to early January 2026! After his headlining set at Echoes of Earth 2025, the globe trotter will take the Circus Festival stage in Mumbai on December 28. The Biswa Bangla Exhibition Centre in Kolkata will host Monolink on December 30 following which he will be on his way to Goa for a show at Echo on December 31. On Januray 3, the Space Tech Festival 2025 in Manali will see an incredible performance from Monolink before he bids farewell to India.

For the eighth edition of the festival, Echoes of Earth is bringing a pack of international and Indian musical geniuses to Bangalore this year. German singer-songwriter and EDM producer Monolink will headline the second day of the festival alongside Bedouin. EDM septet Submotion Orchestra, UK’s Anish Kumar, London-based producer Aroop Roy, Boston-born dance music producer, drummer and artist Madame Gandhi, TribalNeed from Italy, are on the line-up for Echoes of Earth on December 14, alongside Austria’s Manu Delago Trio, French accordionist Graysokker who blends trance, techno, and dub; Bottlesmoker, Earthjam, Vilnius JJAZZ Ensemble, and Prague-based producer Prokop Korb’s project badfocus.

Tom Morello

When: December 17, 19, and 21, 2025
Where: Gurugram, Mumbai, and Bengaluru

India, get ready to witness Tom Morello live in three cities this December! The Rage Against the Machine co-founder will be bringing his incredible guitar skills to Gurugram’s HUDA Gymkhana Club on December 17. He will be performing at the MMRDA Grounds in Mumbai on December 19 and the last date December 21 will take the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee to Phoenix Marketcity in Bengaluru. Be prepared to get lost in the iconic guitarist Tom Morello’s music.

Nils Hoffmann

When: December 19, 20, 21, 24, 27, 29, and 30, 2025
Where: Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Goa

Nils Hoffmann is on his way to India for a six-city tour this December. The German electronic music producer kicks off the Asia leg of his Everlight World Tour at Sunburn Union in Bengaluru on December 19. He will be headlining the Winter Open Air in New Delhi on the following day. Hoffmann will stop by in Hyderabad at Babylon Superclub, Kolkata’s PC Chandra Garden, and Todi Mill in Mumbai on December 21, 24, and 27, respectively, before concluding the India trip in Goa on December 29/30. 

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Sara Landry

When: December 19, 2025
Where: Mumbai

Sara Landry is coming to India for the first time ever this year! Billed as “Asia’s Largest Music Festival,” Sunburn is set to host the hard techno titan at the first Mumbai edition of the festival at the Infinity Bay in Sewri. The festival will start with a bang with a headlining set from the Texas-born ‘GIRLBOSS’ producer Sara on November 19. The techno record label Hekate Records’ head honcho has been voted DJ Mag’s World’s No. 1 Hard DJ in 2024 and 2025 consecutively. She has taken charge of esteemed venues and some of the hottest festival stages, and now, she will be setting the Sunburn stage in Mumbai ablaze.

David Guetta

When: December 20, 2025
Where: Mumbai

With experience in dance music since the 1980s, David Guetta is a major name in EDM. The fifteen-time Grammy-nominated DJ/producer’s music has garnered billions of streams on music streaming platforms. He has been voted DJ Mag’s World’s No. 1 DJ five times, with his most recent win being in 2025. David Guetta will be bringing The Monolith Experience to Sunburn this year. He will be headlining the second day of the Sunburn Festival in Mumbai on November 20. From chart-topping hits to your favorite tunes, you’ll be dancing till your feet hurt!

Axwell and Above & Beyond

When: December 21, 2025
Where: Mumbai

Axwell has been confirmed to headline the third and final day of the highly anticipated Sunburn Festival in Mumbai this year. Co-headlining the event with Swedish House Mafia star on December 21 is Above & Beyond. Minimal techno and Detroit techno giant Richie Hawtin will be the special guest at Sunburn Festival 2025.

The festival is also set to welcome NYC-born-and-raised DJ/producer Layla Benitez, Italian melodic techno duo Mathame, psytrance DJ duo Vini Vici, DJ Dali, Belgian music producer/DJ HVMZA, Italian Afro house producer/DJ MoBlack, Novak, Omri Omar progressive trance project OMIKI, Nobilee, Norwegian DJ/producer Tungevaag, 39 Kingom, and more. DubVision is due for a B2B set with British progressive house DJ duo Third Party, with Indo Warehouse founders Kahani and Kunal Merchant also on the line-up.

ARTBAT

When: December 24, 26, and 27, 2025
Where: Mumbai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad

After their India debut in Mumbai in 2024, ARTBAT are en route for a comeback tour this year. The duo hailing from Ukraine will be back in Mumbai on December 24 to deliver their wall-shaking set at the Dome SVP Stadium. ARTBAT will be taking over Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan in Kolkata on December 26 with the melodic techno and progressive house music pair displaying their skills at the Quake Arena on December 27 in Hyderabad for the last date of their upcoming India tour.

I Hate Models

When: December 26, 2025
Where: Mumbai

Circus Festival is bringing I Hate Models to Mumbai to kick off the debut edition of the festival in style. The French techno giant will take charge of the festival on its first day – December 26 at Dome NSCI in Worli. I Hate Models is set to embark on his Australian tour for six stops across music festivals and venues in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and more after his appearance at the Circus Festival in Mumbai.

Klangkuenstler

When: December 26, and 27, 2025
Where: Mumbai, and Goa

Klangkluenstler wowed audiences at his India debut in Mumbai last year. The German techno heavyweight will be bringing his explosive set to India once again in two cities! His first appearance this year comes at the debut edition of Circus Festival on December 26 at Mumbai’s Dome SVP. He will be making partygoers put their hands in the air at the Echo Arena in Vagator, Goa on December 27 with Spanish techno powerhouse Fatima Hajji.

Maceo Plex

When: December 26, and 27, 2025
Where: New Delhi, and Mumbai

The Lalit New Delhi is set to open its doors to welcome Maceo Plex for the DJ Awards winner’s thrilling set on December 26 in Delhi. The American techno talent has also been confirmed for the Circle Festival. He will take the Circle Festival stage in Mumbai on December 27 alongside Jamie Jones. British dance music producer/DJ Special Request is also on the line-up.

Argy

When: December 27, 29, and 31, 2025
Where: Delhi, Goa, and Bengaluru

Argy will be bringing his melodic techno and progressive sound to India for a three-city tour. His first stop is Delhi NCR on December 27 with another concert on December 29 at Goa’s Echo Arena. The Greek-born and UK-based producer will be presenting Neworld – his unmissable audio-visual experience for the first time in India in Bengaluru on New Year’s Eve.

Jamie Jones

When: December 27, and 28, 2025
Where: Mumbai, and Goa

Jamie Jones is set to tap in for headliner duties at the Circus Festival in Mumbai on the second day, December 27, of the four-day musical showcase. The Welsh house and techno powerhouse will be headlining Pyramid Ibiza at Thalassa Beach Boutique Resort in Goa on December 28 with Italian EDM producer/DJ and Life and Death label boss DJ Tennis and Spanish DJ/producer Mar-T. 

Hugel

When: December 29 – 30, 2025
Where: Mumbai, and Goa

Hugel has been confirmed to headline the last day of Circus Festival’s debut edition in Mumbai. He will be taking over the Dome SVP Stadium on December 29 with Liverpool-based tech house producer also on the roster. The French house producer/DJ will head to Goa on December 30. He will be presenting his Make the Girls Dance party at the Echo Arena with support from Juany Bravo and France-based afro house and house project SOLTO.

Charlotte de Witte

When: December 6, 2025
Where: Mumbai

Charlotte de Witte returns to India to wow audiences with her enchanting beats. The techno queen is set to headline the Indian Sneaker Festival in Mumbai. Charlotte will be lighting up the festival stage on December 6, the first day of the festival. She has taken charge of some of the biggest festival stages worldwide, including Tomorrowland, Coachella, and Ultra Music Festival. Now, she is ready to exhibit her skills in Mumbai! The line-up for Day 1 of Indian Sneaker Festival 2025 also includes Alok: Keep Art Human, Lebanese/British techno DJ/producer and MOOD Records boss Nicole Moudaber, and the UK’s Cristoph.

Central Cee / Wiz Khalifa

When: November 22 and 23, 2025
Where: Navi Mumbai

Rolling Loud’s maiden edition in India will see sizzling performances from some of the most renowned hip-hop acts globally, as well as popular homegrown artists who have taken desi hip hop to the next level! British rapper Central Cee and Wiz Khalifa – one of the biggest names in hip hop are set to headline the first day of the festival, scheduled for November 22 and 23.

California-born Swae Lee, Denzel Curry, Canadian rapper AR Paisley, Robb Banks, and Chow Lee are among the international artists on the line-up for the day. Don Toliver will tap in for headlining duties alongside India’s very own Karan Aujla on Day 2! Canadian rapper Nav, Ski Mask the Slump God, Sheck Wes, Westside Gunn, DJ Scheme, 310babii, Yung Fazo, Sixbill, and Singaporean-Tamil rapper and songwriter Yung Raja.

Tyla

When: December 7, 2025
Where: Mumbai

Tyla is getting ready to make her India debut this year! The South African singer-songwriter who picked up a Best African Music Performance Grammy win for her hit ‘Water’ will be headlining the Indian Sneaker Festival in Mumbai on December 7. The Johannesburg-born artist has gained much love for her music from around the world. Some of her most popular tracks include ‘PUSH 2 START,’ ‘Truth or Dare,’ ‘CHANEL,’ ‘Show Me Love’ with Tyla, and ‘IS IT.’ ‘PUSH 2 START’ has also received a Grammy nod this year.

American rapper Lil Yachty will be bringing the heat to The Indian Sneaker Festival in Mumbai alongside Tyla. Berlin-based techno duo Pan-Pot, and German DJ Magdalena will also be gracing the festival stage.

Afrojack

When: November 28 – 30, 2025
Where: Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi NCR

Afrojack arrives in India for a three-city tour in November this year. The Dutch DJ/producer will be bringing his big room and house beats to Mumbai on November 28. He will stop by in Bengaluru on November 29 before concluding the stint on November 30 in Delhi NCR. ‘The Spark’ producer boasts four Grammy nominations and a Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical Grammy win for ‘Revolver (David Guetta’s One Love Club Remix).’ Feel the nostalgia and the beats of the newest tracks live from Afrojack this November.

Jon Batiste

When: November 24 and November 26, 2025
Where: Delhi and Mumbai

Seven-time Grammy-winning artist Jon Batiste is bringing The Maestro Series to India for the very first time. The Louisiana-born singer/songwriter, composer, musician, and bandleader will take the Bharat Mandapam stage in Delhi on November 24, followed by an enchanting concert of jazz, classical, R&B, soul, gospel, and pop at The Grand Theatre at Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai on November 26. “I’m beyond thrilled to finally perform in Mumbai and Delhi. This tour is about sharing joy, stories and sounds that bring us together, and I can’t wait to experience that magic with all of you in India,” Batiste said.

Jacob Collier

When: November 28, November 30, and December 2, 2025
Where: Bengaluru, Mumbai, and New Delhi

Venues across India are set to resound with Jacob Collier’s jazz, which he combines with different genres. The English singer-songwriter is getting ready to bring his Djesse World Tour 2025 to Bengaluru, Mumbai, and New Delhi. His first stop of the India leg of the tour is the Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru on November 28. The fifteen-time nominee and seven-time Grammy-winning artist will perform at the NESCO Center in Mumbai on November 30 with a final concert on December 2 at New Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

“I love the dynamisms of what a musical experience can be. So I’ve really tried to make sure I can bring to India the full dynamic range of the show, like last time I was in India, I was playing solo. And I was just me with the piano and the guitar and harmonizer and things. And I love that approach, too. But there’s something about the full band that provides something. It’s just different. It’s just a different experience,” Jacob told Times of India.

He added: “And so it’s genuinely a dream. It was a dream of mine with this world tour to bring this particular band with this particular set of music to India. It kind of feels like bringing the show home in a sense, you know, it’s such a celebration of all the things that I care about that come from India and that are live in India. And I hope to be able to bring a show that feels like it reflects all these different parts of the things that I care about.”

Eric Prydz

When: October 4 and 5, 2025
Where: Delhi and Mumbai

Eric Prydz will be en route to India this October! The Swedish progressive house titan will be taking the IG Stadium stage in Delhi on October 4 and the Dome SVP Stadium in Mumbai on October 5. His last appearance in India was a major one, with a headlining set at the Vh1 Supersonic Festival in Pune.

“Returning to India is incredibly special to me. The energy and passion of the Indian audience are truly unique, and I’m excited to witness it live with them. It’s been an incredible journey over two decades and to celebrate it in such a dynamic country is an honour. Get ready for an immersive experience,” said Prydz as per Mid-Day. The dance music titan is known to host his HOLO show which has left an indelible mark on the minds of people who have witnessed it worldwide.

Glass Beams

When: October 9, 11, and 12, 2025
Where: Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru

Glass Beams is the latest exciting act to announce a tour in India. The project from Indian-Australian multi-instrumentalist and producer Rajan Silva will showcase his skills across three cities in India this October. The first show will be held in Delhi NCR’s Open Grounds, Gymkhana Club, on October 9. The Mumbai gig will take place on October 11 at NESCO Centre with the final stop at Indiranagar Club in Bengaluru on October 12. After a US and Europe tour, as well as gracing the Glastonbury, Primavera Sound Barcelona stage and more, Glass Beams will now wow concertgoers in India!

Taemin

When: November 1, 2025
Where: Mumbai

Taemin is getting ready to bring his magical performance to India this November! The South Korean singer-songwriter will be taking the K-Town 3.0 festival stage at Inorbit Mall in Mumbai on November 1, 2025. The artist card for this K-pop festival also features boy band Super Junior-D&E, South Korean singer Yedam, South Korean alternative rock outfit Onewe, and R&B singer Jey.

Akon

When: November 9, November 14, and November 16, 2025
Where: Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai

Akon is bringing his incredible energy to India this year! The Senegalese-American singer-songwriter and rapper has a special connection with India. He sang two songs for Anubhav Sinha’s 2011 film ‘Ra.One’ starring Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Armaan Verma, and Arjun Rampal. The tracks ‘Chammak Challo’ and ‘Criminal’ became massive hits and still retain their energy on dancefloors across the country.

‘Don’t Matter,’ ‘Lonely’ and ‘Smack That’ are some of his hit songs, and now you can enjoy them in person too! Acon’s India tour will feature three stops in Delhi (November 9), Bengaluru (November 14), and Mumbai (November 16). Last November, he took the Cherry Blossom Festival stage in Shillong and now he’s ready to move with more people! “India has always shown me so much love — it’s like a second home. The energy, the culture, the fans… it’s on another level. I’m beyond excited to be back and perform live for y’all. This tour is gonna be something special — let’s make history together!” he said in a statement as per Mint.

The Smashing Pumpkins

When: October 11 and 12, 2025
Where: Bengaluru and Mumbai

Eva Live is bringing The Smashing Pumpkins to India this year as part of their Rock Invasion tour. Chicago’s alternative rock outfit will take the Terraform Arena stage in Bengaluru on October 11, 2025, marking their India debut, and will head to the Jio World Garden in Mumbai the following day. With over 35 years in music, The Smashing Pumpkins will bring their career-spanning hits and intense set to India.

The Smashing Pumpkins will begin their Rock Invasion Asia and Middle East tour by hitting the road in Japan with concerts in Nagoya, Tokyo, Kanazawa, Osaka, Fukuoka, and Hiroshima. Before their arrival in India, the group will make stops in Busan, Manila, Bangkok, Jakarta, Singapore, Sakhir, and Abu Dhabi.

“We’re thrilled to be finally coming to India, some 36 years after we started in Chicago. Our music has been unmistakably shaped by this great and mighty culture, and so it will be an honor to play for you, and loudly! For what we hope will be the first of many, many trips to come,” said the alt-rock outfit in a statement as per Rolling Stone India.

Siangyoo

When: November 20, 21, and 22, 2025
Where: TBA

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Another artist who will be showcasing his skills at several locations is Siangyoo, who has announced a tour across the Philippines, UAE, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, and South Korea over the coming months. This tour concludes with three shows in India. Siangyoo will draw partygoers to the dancefloor with his sizzling tunes in India on November 20, 21, and 22. The venues and cities for the India stop of the tour are yet to be revealed.

Anfisa Letyago

When: October 3 – 5, 2025
Where: Mumbai and Bengaluru

Techno ace Anfisa Letyago is another great EDM act making her way to India in 2025. The Russian DJ/producer is set to take charge of Bengaluru’s JW Marriott Prestige Golfshire and NESCO Centre in Mumbai for the fifth edition of DGTL India 2025. The festival is scheduled to be held from October 3 – 4 in Bengaluru and from October 4 – 5 in Mumbai. Other renowned acts making their India debut at this festival include Berlin-based Ellen Allien, Hector Oaks, Mita Gami, 8Kays and Callush.

Travis Scott

When: October 18, October 19, and November 19, 2025
Where: Delhi and Mumbai

Rap star Travis Scott is finally set to make his India debut in 2025! Get ready to experience the moment many Indian hip-hop fans have been waiting for! The ten-time Grammy-nominated artist announced his highly anticipated Circus Maximus Tour saying: “JOBURG/ ASIA WE OTW SOON I WANNA SEE SOMETHING” on Instagram. The Asia leg of the tour commences in India on October 18, with a second concert announced for October 19 following a high demand for tickets. Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium will resound with some of Travis Scott’s biggest hits and most admired tracks.

The Texas-born rapper and singer-songwriter has gained fans worldwide with his tracks like ‘SICKO MODE,’ ‘Highest in the Room,’ ‘goosebumps’ and ‘FE!N,’ and will now take the stage and perform for his fans in India! He also has shows lined up in Johannesburg, Seoul, Sanya (China), Tokyo, Abu Dhabi, and will conclude this journey on November 19 at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai, India.

Enrique Iglesias

When: October 30, 2025
Where: Mumbai

Be prepared to belt your favorite Enrique songs at the top of your lungs this October! Spanish superstar Enrique is ready to allure fans in India in the coming months. Catch the ‘Hero’ hitmaker live in concert on October 31 in Mumbai at the MMRDA Grounds in BKC. From his chart-topping hits like ‘I Like It,’ ‘Bailando’ and ‘Tonight’ to other memorable tracks that will make you relive the magic of nostalgia and his music. Having sold over 180 million albums worldwide, boasting eleven studio albums, and billions of streams on Spotify, Enrique is among the biggest Latin artists in history.

Jason Derulo

When: November 14, 2025
Where: Shillong, Meghalaya

The ‘Talk Dirty’ and ‘Want To Want Me’ hitmaker Jason Derulo will be tapping in as headliner for the 2025 edition of Cherry Blossom Festival. The Florida-born singer-songwriter will be en route to Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya on November 14 for Day 1 of the festival. Earlier this year, Jason joined forces with Nora Fatehi on the track ‘Snake.’ Co-headlining this music festival alongside Derulo is the Irish pop outfit The Script. Both Jason and The Script’s music have been enjoyed by millions of people worldwide. Now, they are heading to India for their debut headlining sets this November.

Stella Bossi

When: November 23, 2025
Where: Mumbai

If you’re looking to be mesmerized by techno tunes, this gig is for you! Stella Bossi is getting ready to drop the beat in India once again. The techno empress hailing from Berlin will be taking charge of Mercii in Mumbai on November 23, 2025. Her last performance in India was a part of her third tour in the country in 2024. Now, she will be back to impress the crowd with her infectious sound.

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