13 February,2024 03:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Prateek Kuhad and Ed Sheeran
Music fans in Mumbai, get ready for an epic night at Mahalakshmi Race Course on March 16, 2024. Iconic British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran is set to perform his chart-topping hits, with India's own folk-pop star Prateek Kuhad taking the stage before ED.
Prateek Kuhad will set the tone for the evening, showcasing songs for which he is known best and his new releases for the eager audience. As the night unfolds, Ed Sheeran will take the stage, promising to deliver an unforgettable experience with his beloved tracks that have captured the hearts of fans around the world.
BookMyShow Live is facilitating this must-see event, featuring a state-of-the-art 360-degree circular, revolving stage that ensures a spectacular view for all. Don't miss this chance to witness two incredible artists in one night, in what promises to be a remarkable event in live music.
Here's what you can look forward to at the concert:
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Today in music
1. A Soul-Stirring Prelude to the Main Act!
Before the main act unfolds, prepare to be serenaded by the soulful melodies of none other than critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, Prateek Kuhad. With a fanbase that spans across continents and a repertoire that tugs at heartstrings, Kuhad's music has a way of weaving itself into the very fabric of your soul. From the melodious strums of 'cold/mess', a poignant reflection on love and longing that has resonated with audiences worldwide, to the introspective beauty of 'Tum Jab Poas, Kuhad's songs evoke a myriad of emotions, each note carrying the weight of a thousand memories.
His soul-stirring melodies set the perfect tone for the evening, laying the groundwork for an unforgettable night of music. Following Kuhad's performance, audiences can look forward to the soulful pop artist Calum Scott's opening act featuring his hits like 'You Are The Reason' and 'Where Are You Now'.
2. Dig deep into Ed Sheeran's Legacy
It's not just the catchy hits that define Sheeran's legacy. Drawing back to life, the symbols are told to have a strong attachment to the different phases of Ed's life and career and they interconnect, just as they do in mathematics, narrating the highs and lows we encounter. With songs like Thinking Out Loud", "Castle on the Hill' and 'Photograph', he has carved out a niche as a master storyteller, weaving tales of love, loss and everything in between with an honesty and vulnerability that resonates deeply with audiences.
During his two-hour-long concert, Sheeran will draw from all of his albums since 2011, including + (Plus), (Equals), (Divide), X (Multiply) and the new album (Subtract). Fans can expect to be treated to a diverse array of hits spanning his illustrious career, with each song carrying the hallmark of Sheeran's talent and boundless creativity. And if that wasn't enough, Sheeran will also include "Blow from his 2019 masterpiece album 'No. 6 Collaborations Project, ensuring that every moment of the evening is filled with excitement and anticipation.
3. A 360 degree immersive concert experience
Brace yourselves for a night that will redefine the very essence of live entertainment! In a historic first for the Indian live music industry, BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment division of BookMyShow, is set to create an unparalleled experience right in the heart of Mumbai transforming Mahalaxmi Racecourse into a monumental stadium-style set-up for the Indian leg of the Ed Sheeran's +x Tour on March 16, 2024.
The highlight of this extraordinary production is the introduction of a 360-degree circular and revolving stage with a cutting-edge production set up that will captivate Indian audiences in an experience never witnessed on Indian soil thus far. As a constellation of a state of the art sound system and immersive visual displays orbit the stage, the giant circular halo screen positioned in the centre of the stage will add to the striking play of light, sound and visual aesthetic offering a truly immersive experience. Surrounded by four massive towers acting as a dedicated stage for each band member along with Ed Sheeran, who will perform from the central stage accompanied by two-way LED screens streaming the live performance suspended from the four towers, music and visuals will reach every corner of the venue with unmatched clarity and heightened visibility, transcending conventional concert experiences.
4. Enjoy an unparallel-ED experience
An engineering marvel, the 360-degree circular, revolving stage will be an unmissable sight with its unique design making every view, the best one in the house, giving a wholesome view of the concert across its entire duration! Ed Sheeran will be visible from all angles and every spot in the venue, ensuring that no view is a bad view.