AID Boston Presents Indian Ocean’s 35th Anniversary “Celebration Tour” in Boston

Live at Somerville Theatre on May 16 | Featuring Opening Act Janani Sharma

AID Boston proudly presents Indian Ocean, India’s pioneering Indo-rock folk fusion band, live in concert at Somerville Theatre on Friday, May 16, 2025, as part of their highly anticipated U.S. tour, “The Celebration Tour – 35 Years of Magic, Music, and Memories.” This milestone performance honors the band’s incredible 35-year legacy of pushing musical boundaries and creating a genre-defining sound that fuses Indian classical and folk traditions with rock, jazz, sufi and world music. Widely regarded as one of the most original and influential acts in Indian music history, Indian Ocean continues to inspire generations with their soul-stirring compositions and electrifying live shows.

Opening the evening is Boston’s own Janani Sharma, a rising Grammy nominated vocalist and producer whose voice and stage presence reflect both artistic grace and contemporary energy. Her performance will set the tone for a night of musical richness and cultural resonance.

Indian Ocean has long been hailed as a pioneering force in India’s independent music scene, with a career spanning more than three decades. Their music has been featured in acclaimed films, concert halls, and global festivals, combining lyrical storytelling with powerful instrumentation that bridges the traditional and the modern.

Presented by AID Boston, this concert celebrates not only artistic excellence but also community spirit, with proceeds supporting grassroots development efforts in India. Please take a look at AID Boston’s website for the grassroots projects in India that will be supported from the proceeds of the concert. For music lovers, cultural enthusiasts, and long-time fans of the band, this is a rare opportunity to experience Indian Ocean live in an intimate and historic venue. The US tour promoters are Marvan Entertainment and Sneh Arts who have brought Indian Ocean to several cities like New York City, Denver, Seattle, New Jersey, Detroit, San Francisco, Hartford and our Boston tour.

Event Details:
 Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
 Time: Doors at 7 PM | Show at 8 PM
 Venue: Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA

Tickets & Event Info: www.aidevents.org/IndianOcean2025

Media & Press Inquiries:
 president@aidboston.org

About Indian Ocean:
 Indian Ocean has been redefining Indian music for 35 years with their genre-bending compositions and powerful live performances. Their sound blends Hindustani classical, Baul, Sufi, rock, and jazz influences, reflecting a deep musical heritage with a global outlook. With a rich discography and countless acclaimed performances, Indian Ocean is widely credited with creating a new soundscape in Indian music. Their work spans a wide range of themes—from personal introspection to broader cultural narratives—always with a deep respect for musical craftsmanship.

About Janani Sharma:
Janani Sharma is a Grammy-nominated vocalist and producer blending Hindustani classical roots with bold, genre-defying sound. Featured on Shuruaat by the Berklee Indian Ensemble, she has collaborated with icons like Zakir Hussain, Shreya Ghoshal, Indian Ocean, and opened arena shows for Sonu Nigam and Sukhwinder Singh. Classically trained and recognized across platforms, Janani’s music is both personal and pioneering.

About AID Boston:
Association for India's Development (AID) is a volunteer movement promoting sustainable, equitable and just development. AID supports grassroots organizations in India and initiates efforts in sustainable agriculture, healthcare for all, women's empowerment, education, safeguarding the environment and ending gender, caste and class-based discrimination.

AID's holistic vision enables it to address underlying causes rather than just responding to symptoms, by supporting constructive and creative work through various projects and by using powerful tools for bringing change, such as tackling the climate emergency with community led watershed management and reforestation. 

Donations to AID are tax-deductible in the USA. We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization with tax ID 04-3652609. We have a 100% score with a 4 Star rating from Charity Navigator.

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