Lochan Rijal

Born in february 5, 1988. Bred in Kathmandu Valley. Started performing at the age of 5. After ending up as the second runner up in national level broadcasted singing competition 'Nepal Star - 2005' at the age of 16 ; continued music studies in Kathmandu University later in affiliation with SOAS ( University of London ). Currently studying Masters in music. Field of expertise in occidental and oriental music in general. Which includes Music - research, business, analysis; musicology, singing-song writing, composing, arranging & production ( contemporary styles, orchestration, background scoring, vocal designing ). Instrumentalist of guitar, piano ( contemporary Jazz, classical ), Vocal ( styles: Khayal, Dhrupad, Belcanto - tenor, rock-pop, R&B, Rap ), local instruments ( Dhimay baja, madal, Sarangi )

Kiran Rasaily (born 24 March 1947, Kolkata) was one of Sikkim’s most versatile and influential artists—an accomplished composer, multi‑instrumentalist, photographer, painter, architect, and cultural mentor. He gave his first public musical performance in 1953 in Gangtok and rose to prominence in 1964 after composing the patriotic song “Sikkim Dhara Hara Bhara…” written by Jaybir Subba. Gifted with mastery over harmonium, banjo, mouth‑organ, violin and the iconic piano‑accordion presented to him by the Chogyal, Rasaily became a central figure in Sikkim’s musical ceremonies and later co‑founded the Denzong Musical Society. Parallel to his artistic journey, he built a distinguished career as an architect, designing landmark structures across Gangtok, Namchi, and beyond. His passing at 79 marked the loss of a rare multi‑talented cultural treasure whose contributions continue to shape Sikkim’s artistic and architectural identity.

Ustad Bhairav Bahadur Thapa (1925 June 30 AD / 1982 Ashar 16 BS, Kuleshwor, Kathmandu) was a pioneering Nepali composer, vocalist, and mentor whose influence shaped the foundation of modern Nepali music. He introduced and guided many of Nepal’s celebrated singers, lyricists, and composers including the legendary Tara Devi into their musical journeys.Thapa began his professional musical journey around 2005 BS (1948/49 AD), marking the start of a prolific career. Over the decades, he composed music for nearly 1,000 songs and recorded vocals for more than 500 songs, establishing the artistic and technical standards of Nepali modern music.Alongside music, he performed in numerous Radio Nepal dramas and acted in films such as Hijo Aaja Bholi, Aama, and Manko Baadh. His daughter Bhuvan Thapa, the lead actress of Nepal’s first feature film Aama, was also a singer with around fifty recorded songs.In 2022 BS (1965 AD), during the Grand Music Conference held in Kathmandu, King Mahendra honored him with the prestigious title “Ustad.” Ustad Bhairav Bahadur Thapa passed away on 2039 Poush 18 BS (1983 January 2 AD), leaving behind an enduring legacy in Nepali music and performing arts.

Khemchand – Singer (Early Recording Era)Khemchand was an Early Recording Era vocalist with 2 to 4 songs recorded in BS 1992 (AD 1935/1936). Other personal and musical information remains incomplete.