The Lab India 2024: One month down

In September, Mixmag and The Smirnoff Project presented by Smirnoff Lemon Pop launched a new season of our legendary DJ streaming series, The Lab, with multiple events across different Indian cities. With parties in Goa, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Gurgaon featuring the best Indian and international talent, each event has a strong focus on inclusivity and diversity.

The new season kicked off on a high at The Lab Goa with Anushka, where she played a diverse set featuring electro, breakbeat, leftfield house and techno, showcasing herself as one of the most versatile DJs in the country. Next up was The Lab Kolkata with Hamza Rahimtulla & The Rajasthan Folkstars. A truly one-of-a-kind experience, Hamza & The Rajasthan Folkstars scintillated the crowd with their unique blend of house music and the live use of traditional Rajasthani folk instruments. The next show saw The Lab travel to Bengaluru, where London-resident Rrose shared their signature sound of contemporary, detailed techno.

The Lab Gurgaon with BEC and The Lab Bengaluru with Spada received love and support as the last two Labs of the month. While BEC’s set featured tracks that were perfectly weighted and built on high pressure drums, Spada took the crowd on a melodic journey with his personal brand of house and techno, showcasing why he's one of the most prolific DJs on the international dance music circuit. Also during the shows, some of the artists performing gave their thoughts on the 'We Do We' campaign by The Smirnoff Project presented by The Smirnoff Lemon Pop Non Alcoholic, and what it means to them. The project champions the power of collective unity and advocates for a more inclusive society where individual differences are celebrated rather than marginalised. Stay tuned on The Smirnoff Project's Instagram to catch what the artists said.

Check out some of our best Lab moments over the past month below, and sign up for future Labs.

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Jordan Arts at Thalassa Beach Resort, Goa.

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8-Bit Culprit at Phoenix, Kolkata.

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Skeptical at The Burrow, Bengaluru.

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Ciel at Elephant & Co, Goa.

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