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Achanak


  • country:
    United Kingdom
  • style(s):
    Bhangra
  • label:
    Nachural
  • type:
    Band
  • gender:
    male
  • instrumentation:
    instrumental, vocal
  • artist submitted by:

A six piece band, Achanak have gained a fearsome reputation as the 'best 'live' act in the Music market . They have been recepients of numerous awards including best band (2003) best live act (2002) and best album ( 1997) as well as achieving platinum sales on all of their albums..

The band has toured extensively covering all ends of the market including : Sweden, Italy, Germany, Slovenia, Spain, France, Norway, Czech Republic aswell as Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, the States and Indonesia.

Comments from agents and promoters have included the following endorsements:
-'Simply the best bhangra band we have ever had' (Re-orient 2002)
-'The best band that has played at Dollegau festival' ( 2001 and 2004)
-'Once Achanak had played in Malmo - we just to call them back 4 months later such was the demand' Mix 2003 and 2004
-'There is no greater bhangra band' El Espiritu - Spain
-Achanak are the best bhangra band I have ever seen, very professional and dynamic. I have had huge success in representing them in Italy' Paolo ( Frame events ).
-The moment they left the stage, the question was how quick could we get them back. Golowan festival 2001/2004

Having showcased at Womex 2002, Achanak have gone from strength to strength and are extensively performing at all the major festivals in the UK and Europe.

Achanak

Images

Achanak street

created by Ian Smith (Frusion) on 09 Sep 2007


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