Hello Steemians!

I sort of took a sabatical from Steemit to sort out some personal issues. I am off social media and taking an off from steemit as well helped me get my head space right. 
Well, I am back (again!) and starting off this week with the Monday Mixtape! 

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<center><h1>I started a new tag:
#mondaymixtape</h1></center>
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# Quick rules for anyone who wants to participate in the #MondayMixtape tag:
> 1. Make a post with #mondaymixtape as your first tag
> 2. Post links to 5 songs you like
> 3. Tell us why you like them. Point out features that surprised you, stuff you learnt from the song, etc etc.

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I think is a great way for everyone to discover new music!

I shall do my best to Upvote all #mondaymixtape posts 😇. 
There are a few people who have been continuing to post Monday Mixtapes and I thank you for doing that! 🙏🏼

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So without further ado, my 5 picks for this week:

# 1. Sayantika - Yesterday Forever (Debut EP)

https://youtu.be/8h2CMxeQQ7c

I am going to start off with a release from my good friend and amazing singer songwriter - ***Sayantika***. I know this is not one song but a whole EP, but trust me, this is worth a listen! Sayantika is a very bright future and this debut EP is the proof. Most of the production work is done my the same guy who produced my band Alif's debut album - ***Aman Moroney***. My two favourites are **The Memories Remain** (kick-ass bassline) and **Hollow Inside**. 
Let me know what you guys think of the EP. I will surely pass it on to Sayantika. :)

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# 2. Prateek Kuhad - cold/mess

https://youtu.be/DWagZiMA3LE

Another Indian singer songwriter who has gained a lot of critical acclaim and international popularity. I particularly love this song for it's sparse feel and the chours melody. It is real ear-worm and sticks with you. Prateek has a very unique voice which he uses as an instrument, which makes even simple melodies sound pristine. 
Do check out more work of this amazing artist. 

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# 3. Vincent Chase Slippin by MALFNKTION & Shayan Roy

https://youtu.be/397FhNT4Ac4

Seems like a week of Indie music for me! Here is another one which was recommended to me by my band's producer. This is the most unique and hip production I have heard in a while. The innvovative use of the Indian percussion and the phrasing is just superb! 
And the video is fucking sexy! These guys just raised the bar here! 

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# 4. Udd Gaye by RITVIZ

https://youtu.be/0gosur3db5I

I am not sure if I have talked about this one. AIB (All India Backchod) is a comedy outfit very popular in India and this was done as part of *'Bacardi House Party Sessions'* contest. ***Ritviz*** came in the limelight after this song was released. And rightly deserved. The song is super catchy and is sung in a very quirky style. Paired with the super quirky video, this makes for one hell of an addicting song. 

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# 5.Katyu Chuko - Full Video | Laila Majnu 

https://youtu.be/VHOeMIRLerA

Since we have gone all local in this mixtape, I am going to plug in one of my band's songs which was recently featured in a Bollywood movie. 😎 This is the actual scene from the film where the song is featured. I watched this on the big screen and I still get goosebumps thinking about it. My wife cried during this scene. This is actually the climax of the film. I am not sure why they would put this up on YouTube. I am guessing its because Laila-Majnu is such a timeless popular love story, everyone in this area of the world knows how it ends. Anyways, it is good for us :)

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<center> So what is your #mondaymixtape.
You can even post in the comments and let me know.
Or make a post and drop the link the comments!
Have a great week!</center>
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