Mkg Inter-ward Beat contest countdown begins
The countdown for one of the biggest beat contests in Mokokchung town has started with ten days to go until December 17 where the young upcoming bands, joined in by veteran musicians, will rock the Mokokchung Town Hall as they bring back the soul and spirit of the eighties rock music in Mokokchung town again.
To add grandeur and to encourage the musicians, Dr Temsuwati (Rtd) Addl Dev Commissioner, Planning & Coordination, a person who advocates strongly for the youths, will be the chief guest. Adding more to the splendor, the MD & chairman of REM Group (a business conglomerate), Temjen Imna Along Longkumer, who is known for his social activities, will be the guest of honour.
The Mokokchung Inter-Ward Beat Contest is being organized by the Temulonger Telok with active cooperation of the Ward Councils in Mokokchung town, and so far, nine out of the eighteen wards in the town have already confirmed their participation. The last date for the submission of forms is on December 10.
The winner of the contest will be awarded a cash prize of Rs 20,000 plus a running trophy and certificates; the runner-up will be given Rs 12,000. There will be individual prizes for the Best Bassist, Vocalist, Guitarist and Drummer.
Besides, the contesting bands, there will be guest bands from Mokokchung town like the band ‘Four of Us’ which will feature veteran musicians like Alemba Longkumer, Ajen, Dr Bendang and Lima; and Temulonger Telok band.
The Temulonger Telok with its motto ‘Parading of Change’ is organizing the Mokokchung Inter-ward beat contest’ on the theme “Music a life, a soul to everything”. The Telulonger Telok aspires to reintroduce the essence and spirit of the eighties rock music which has inspired a generation of music lovers and musicians in Mokokchung town.
The organizers request all to contact the Convener, Impo at #8575208706 or the Secretary, Mulungchet at #8974669739 for further details.
Morung Express News
