“Toxic Peace,” one of the most skilled bands in Nagaland, from the District of Mon, was formed in 2002. The band’s forte is progressive fusion rock. What makes the four member band unique is that, three of them are officials under the Govt. of Nagaland and one from Central Service. Their common passion for music is what brings them together and to perform on different platforms.
The latest National recognition was in Delhi on the 21st of November at the Art4Life (A4L) event held at the India Habitat Centre (IHC) before a packed audience which included international guests. The event was organized by Centre for Human Progress (CHP) and supported by UN agencies. The A4L initiative was to mobilize youth, communities and citizens across the country to explore art as a powerful medium of communication about HIV, health and human rights and interestingly, to produce the Indian “Great Wall of Art” which explores art as a form of expression. A 300x5 feet art canvas was generated through the engagement of about 75,000 youth, communities and citizens across India.
The band performed six songs, out of which four were originals. Their original song, “Forsaken” was requested to be performed again. They were the obvious favorite band of the night, making every Naga audience proud. Also, sharing the stage was “The Dirty Strikes” band from Manipur.
“Toxic Peace” comprises of Samuel on vocal, Ayong on the drums, Dr. Chenjei and Amet Sunny on guitar. It may be mentioned that “Toxic Peace” is the winner of the 1st all Nagaland Ethnic Fusion contest (2009), 3rd place in NSACS Live Drive (2009) and 2nd place in NSACS RockReach (2010). Their music video “Forsaken” was awarded the best music video under fusion category in the Naga Music Awards (2010).
The band wishes to promote music by opening a music school in Mon. You can check out the band at www.youtube.com/user/ToxicPeaceBand and contact them through the channel.
The latest National recognition was in Delhi on the 21st of November at the Art4Life (A4L) event held at the India Habitat Centre (IHC) before a packed audience which included international guests. The event was organized by Centre for Human Progress (CHP) and supported by UN agencies. The A4L initiative was to mobilize youth, communities and citizens across the country to explore art as a powerful medium of communication about HIV, health and human rights and interestingly, to produce the Indian “Great Wall of Art” which explores art as a form of expression. A 300x5 feet art canvas was generated through the engagement of about 75,000 youth, communities and citizens across India.
The band performed six songs, out of which four were originals. Their original song, “Forsaken” was requested to be performed again. They were the obvious favorite band of the night, making every Naga audience proud. Also, sharing the stage was “The Dirty Strikes” band from Manipur.
“Toxic Peace” comprises of Samuel on vocal, Ayong on the drums, Dr. Chenjei and Amet Sunny on guitar. It may be mentioned that “Toxic Peace” is the winner of the 1st all Nagaland Ethnic Fusion contest (2009), 3rd place in NSACS Live Drive (2009) and 2nd place in NSACS RockReach (2010). Their music video “Forsaken” was awarded the best music video under fusion category in the Naga Music Awards (2010).
The band wishes to promote music by opening a music school in Mon. You can check out the band at www.youtube.com/user/ToxicPeaceBand and contact them through the channel.
