John And The Locals

Fret is an instrumental trio, likes to experiment with Sarangi, Flute and percussion looking forward to preserve and promote traditional music and instruments. Fret presents music in an evolved manner blending traditional and ethnic music with an influence of eastern classical and western music and world music.

Raju Lama is a Nepali singer-songwriter and the lead vocalist of the popular band Mongolian Heart. Born on March 16, 1978, in Sindhupalchok, Nepal, he has been active in the Nepali music industry since 1993. His music spans multiple languages, including Nepali, Tibetan, and Tamang, making him a versatile artist. Career Highlights Raju Lama has released several successful albums, including: Soltini (1995) Mongolian Heart (1996) Mongolian Heart Vol 2 (1999) Mongolian Heart Vol 3 (2002) Mongolian Heart Vol 4 (2006) Mongolian Heart Vol 5 (2009) Mongolian Heart Vol 6 (2012) Mongolian Heart Vol 7 (2018) Awards & Achievements Raju Lama has won multiple awards, including: Best Vocal (Nepal) – 1996 Music Nepal Gold Medal – 1999 Highest Selling Album of the Year – Hits FM Awards (2002) Winning Coach of The Voice of Nepal Season 4 – 2022 Social Work & Everest Expedition Beyond music, Raju Lama is also known for his social work. In 2022, he climbed Mount Everest (8,848.86m) to raise awareness about climate change and global warming. As part of his expedition, he performed a solo concert between Camp 2 and Camp 3 at 6574m, making it one of the highest-altitude performances ever.

Rubin Kumar Shrestha is a Nepali musician, composer, and multi‑instrumentalist best known as a core member of the folk‑instrumental ensemble Kutumba since 2004. Specializing in ID music, background score, and thematic sound design, he contributes to Kutumba’s signature sound through traditional Nepali instruments, experimental arrangements, and contemporary fusion. His work spans live performances, studio recordings, documentaries, cultural projects, and background scoring for visual media, making him one of the prominent creative forces in Nepal’s instrumental music scene.

Chirag Khadka, known artistically as 5:55, is a Kathmandu‑born singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer whose genre‑blending sound fuses folk melodies, hip‑hop rhythms, and spiritual themes. Rising to prominence with the viral hit “Budi”, he has since built a devoted following through songs like “Samadhi,” “Life Jacket,” “Maya,” and “Samjhirakhnu.” A self‑producing artist with a strong visual and philosophical aesthetic, 5:55 continues to shape Nepal’s modern music landscape with introspective lyrics and experimental soundscapes.