This gorgeous limited TRSOAAM zine + CD is designed with love and care in Brooklyn by Shrenik Ganatra from the band.
The 40-page, 5.25"x10" zine details the narrative of the album through prose and poetry in English and Hindi, with English translations provided. It also includes photography and typography. Each song is treated as a chapter, an essential puzzle piece adding to the overall listening experience of the album.
The CD includes all 8 tracks on the album.
Includes unlimited streaming of The Reverberating Sound of an Absent Metropolis
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
ships out within 7 days
edition of 20
$20USDor more
Bag
This self-designed, limited edition tote is made with love in Brooklyn. Comes with a free download code for the album :)
Material: 12 oz./yd², 100% heavy cotton canvas.
Measurements: 14"W x 15"H x 4"D.
Handle Drop: 9".
Designed with care, this tote seamlessly combines functionality with a touch of elegance. It's a perfect present for yourself or a cherished loved one who appreciates carrying belongings in unparalleled style.
Donned by Liam Christian from the band.
ships out within 7 days
edition of 20
$18USDor more
Record/Vinyl + Digital Album
This limited edition pressing of the frost lathe cut vinyl for the "It's Got Me Again" single is made with love, care and attention to detail. It is a perfect holiday present for yourself and/or someone special. The packaging includes:
a) Side A: It's Got Me Again; Side B: It's Got Me - The Zia Fantasy Version
b) A 5x7 inch postcard containing the supplemental album artwork and lyrics. This comes in 5 variants. Each order will ship with one variant.
c) A high quality digital download of the "It's Got Me Again" single.
It is designed by Minaxi's Shrenik Ganatra. The vinyl is pressed and printed by Corey of Cryptic Carousel. (crypticcarousel.com). The quantity is very limited. Please make sure to grab a copy before it runs out. Thank you for your support! :)
Includes unlimited streaming of The Reverberating Sound of an Absent Metropolis
via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
ships out within 7 days
edition of 20
$19USDor more
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Chapter 4: जीवन/मृत्यु • Life/Death
मौत की सियाहीयों वाली आँखें धूर्तता से नज़र चुराती हैं। प्रत्येक साँस जो तुम बाँटते हो, वह आख़िरी साँस हो सकती है। जब अलविदा कहने का समय आएगा, तुम बेजिज़ह कह जाओगे अलविदा, बिना किसी वास्तविक चिंता के। ऐसे वक्त में, जो अमूर्त है, वही तुम्हें मुक्ति दिलाएगा।
यह ज़िंदगी एक उपहार है। अपना सत्य बता। जीले झरा। अपने जीवन से प्यार कर। उसे पूरी तरह से निगल जा। स्नेह की ख्वाहिश एक ऐसी उच्चित विनती है जो जीवन और मृत्यु की सीमाओं को पार करती है। मेरी नज़रों में तेरे बिना कुछ नहीं है; ना आसमाँ है और ना ज़मीं है।
अस्तित्व का मूल्य, एक ही शब्द में संक्षेपित– “तू”, वही है जो कभी था, जो अभी है और जो सदैव रहेगा। जब मृत्यु की बाँहे क़रीब आती है, तब प्रेम, लालसा और ग़म की गूंज उनके दिल में गूंजती है जो तेरे दिल में है। और जो उनके दिल में है, वह है तू। बस तू। तू ही तू।
(translation)
The pitch dark eyes of mortality slyly steal a glance. Each breath you disperse could be the last. When it's time to leave, you leave empty-handed, without the worry of the tangible. The intangible, on the other hand, is what liberates you.
This life is a gift. Tell your truth. Live it. Love it. Devour it. Affection becomes the ultimate plea, a longing for connection that transcends the boundaries of life and death. Nothing is the same without your existence; the sky loses its colour, and the earth turns barren, at least in my world.
The essence of existence, distilled into a single word—“you”, is the epitome of what once was, what is, and what shall forever be. In the face of death's embrace, the echoes of love, longing, and loss reverberate with those who matter to you. And the one who matters to them is you. Just you. Only you.
“Tu” is a Hindi word meaning “you”, alluding, in the context of the song, to the existential dance of life and death.
lyrics
काली काली आँखें
झाँकले तू
सोनी सोनी साँसें
बाटले तू
यूही चला तू कहाँ
ले जा मेरी यादें साथ में तू
मैंने ना जाना यह क्या हुआ है
तेरी आग में सब कुछ धुआँ धुआँ है
हर शाम सवेरा जूट गया है
हर साँस में बस एक लफ़्ज़ छुपा है
हर तरफ़तेरी बात बतादे तू
मांगू बस तेरा साथ, निभाले तू
तेरे बिना और कुछ नहीं है
क्या आसमाँ और क्या ज़मीं है
ज़िंदगी तेरे साथलेजा रे तू
मांगू बस तेरे ख़्वाब, देजा रे तू
सोनी सोनी यादें लेजा रे तू
काली काली रातेंदेजा रे तू
तू ही तू, तू ही तू
तू ही तू
(translation)
pitch dark eyes
you steal a glance
the sweet golden breaths
you disperse your trance
where are you off to empty-handed?
take my memories with you
i can't tell what has transpired
all is smoke in your fire
evenings and mornings assemble
in every breath a hidden word trembles
everywhere, tell your truth
your affection is all i ask from you
without you, there's nothingness
the sky's gone, the land's a mess
this life, take it with you
your dreams
leave them behind, you
the sweet memories, take them with you
pitch dark nights
leave them behind, you
you, only you
you, just you
you, only you
Minaxi are an alternative rock band from Brooklyn. Consisting of songwriters Shrenik Ganatra and Liam Christian, bassist
Thomas Herndon & drummer Steve Carlin, Minaxi's sound combines elements from psych, shoegazing, dream pop, noise rock and sufi. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of sources, combined with lyrics penned in English and Hindi, Minaxi's music blends cultures and tones alike....more
This album by Sunny Jain sonically conveys the range of emotions one feels for the land they hold dear in their heart and soul. The sound takes me to the streets of India, every single time. Minaxi
supported by 4 fans who also own “Tu - Sufi Rock Version (feat. Milan Ganatra)”
This is killer. Well done, gentlemen. I couldn't wait until the next Bandcamp Friday for this one. Would have gotten the Bandcamp broken heart for sure. garygellin
Two major players from Japan's alt-rock scene team up for a grunge-pop EP that explores noisy highs and melancholy lows. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 5, 2022
