Kathmandu Blues N Roots: Fostering unity and growth in the blues music scene

Avid blues enthusiasts Satish Sthapit and Sunit Kansarkar always wanted to do something big for the country’s blues community. Having witnessed jazz festivals, rock festivals, and metal festivals taking place in the city, the two began to toy with the idea of starting a blues festival in 2015.

The idea resonated with both of them, prompting them to share it with their bandmate, Roshan Kansakar. Soon, the concept gained traction as a few more individuals joined in to help organise the festival.