Ashesh Dangol

The remarkable Nepalese guitarist, arranger Dinesh Shrestha, was born on 25th January 1978 A.D. in Putalisadak, Kathmandu, Nepal to father Kashi Bahadur Shrestha and mother Ram Kumari Shrestha. Dinesh Shrestha was an accomplished guitarist, and was best known there for his rock/blues playing and one of the founder members of “The Buds Band”. Dinesh Shrestha was taught initially by his guru Phiroj Shyangden (guitarist and founder member of 1974 A D Band) on ‘Do Re Mi Music Institute’ in Kathmandu, but it soon became apparent that the boy was a gifted guitarist. Dinesh Shrestha was appeared and performed at “Shikhar Beat Contest” for the first time at Katmandu about 1994 A.D. and making enough of an impression that the famous guitarist. His band also participated in other competition like “Tuborg Music Festival’99”whne they got the first position as “The Band Of the Year” and after they participated on other programs like “Mahashivaratri Music Festival’99”,”Kathmandu Utsav’99”, “Beat Competition’98” and more than fifty programs and concerts. He made his official debut from famous Nepalese band “The Buds” from 1994 A.D. as a lead guitarist including other band members Sudip Singh (Rhythm), Bijaya Karki (Bass/Vocal), Dipesh Shrestha (Drummer/Vocal), Sushil Shrestha (Rhythm), and received reviews that noted a strong, clean tone and a polished though undemonstrative technique. The first album titled “Birsana Sakdina” including nine songs titled “Birsana Sakdina”, ‘Bihani Ko Mirmirema” etc and Second album “Buds 2” which was popular amongst Nepalese people. He had performed by the early 1990's within the various parts of country and has since performed with outstanding success playing both solo and with Band and regularly on radio and television. Now with business and academic reasons he is separated with his band members and no new project will be plan for till now.

Anup Das is a Nepali guitarist and bass guitarist active in studio recordings, live performances, and session work across Kathmandu’s music scene. His playing appears in multiple recording studios—including Mahol Studio, Studio Sangam, and Studio King—where he is frequently featured in bass‑guitar sessions, rhythm‑guitar recordings, and instrumental projects.He is known for his versatile guitar work, performing everything from acoustic covers to bass‑driven Nepali folk, pop, and contemporary arrangements. His presence across numerous studio videos and recording sessions highlights his role as a reliable session instrumentalist, contributing to the sound of many artists behind the scenes.With a growing digital footprint through studio features and performance clips, Anup Das represents the class of dedicated Nepali instrumentalists whose craft supports both emerging and established singers in Nepal’s evolving music industry.

Nukul Singh Gurung is a passionate and experienced Nepali musician, bass guitarist, and recordist known for his versatility in live performance, ensemble leadership, music education, and studio recording. Active across television, digital platforms, and international touring circuits, he has built a strong reputation as a dependable and musically sensitive performer.Gurung has played a key role in multiple seasons of Nepal’s biggest reality shows, including The Voice of Nepal and Nepal Idol, where his bass guitar work and musical direction have contributed significantly to the shows’ live arrangements. His involvement in TV‑based and YouTube‑based music productions, along with his experience in professional recording arts, has made him a sought‑after musician among leading bands, composers, and production houses.

Sunil Bardewa was a gifted Nepali pop singer, songwriter, arranger, and guitarist. Born in Kathmandu, Nepal, in 1972, he gained recognition for his exceptional guitar skills and heartfelt melodies. Bardewa was part of the band "The Matrix," which won the Sajan Smriti Pop Song Contest in 1995. His popular songs, such as "Goreto Ani Ustai Cha Galli" and "Bihani Ma," remain cherished by fans of Nepali music. Tragically, Bardewa passed away at the age of 44 on September 13, 2016. His contributions to Nepali pop music continue to inspire and resonate with listeners.