RAM-Trio Band Profile

• RAM-Trio is a versatile band from Mumbai. It was formed in May 2014 with three members: Rahul Solanki, Aarush Purabiya, Mujeeb Shaikh and five months later they welcomed their guitarist Tushar Verma into the band. • The band is named after the first three members of the band; the initials of their first names make up the first half of the band name. The logo, conceptualized by Mujeeb Shaikh, includes a “र” (a Sanskrit alphabet,) “A” (Meem “M” sound in the Urdu language) ”م“ an English alphabet) and) and the logo stands for the unity that exists between people despite the difference in cultures and beliefs. • The band has two vocalists, Rahul who sings at a low octave and Aarush, who sings at a higher octave and together they create magic on stage. Rahul and Aarush have been singing together since childhood and hence, their duets are always harmonious and in sync. • RAM-Trio’s other members are Mujeeb The Sufi, The Poet, The Lyricist, He is a percussionist and a primary Songwriter and Music Arranger/Producer of RAM-Trio and Tushar, a freestyle guitarist. • Rahul Vinod Solanki: He is a versatile singer/composer and plays keyboard. Rahul comes from a family of musicians. Brought up in a musical environment of his father Mr.Vinod Dalpad Solanki and Guruji Ustad M.Rashid. He is quick in composing songs and changes singing style as per the songs requirements. • Inspirations: Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, A.R.Rehman, Lata Mangeshker, Mohd.Rafi, Kishor Kumar, Sukhwinder Singh, Sonu Nigam & Kailash Kher.

• More Info: • https://www.facebook.com/rahul.sol anki.1217727?fref=ts • Aarush (Santosh Purabiya) He is the second voice of RAM- Trio. With his high pitched vocals, he adds semi-classical feel to their songs. Aarush and Rahul are childhood companion while learning music. He is the second musician in his family after his grandfather.

• Inspirations: Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Rahet Fateh Ali Khan & Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan.

• More Info: • https://www.facebook.com/pura biya1?fref=ts • Mujeeb Shaikh The Sufi, The Poet, The Lyricist. Eldest in the band. Mujeeb Comes from a family of Tailors, disciple of Qadri order in Tasawwuf (Spirituality or Sufism). He is a Drummer and a Songwriter and Music Arranger of RAM-Trio. Literary idols: • Ab'ul Hasan Yamīn ud-Dīn khusrow aka Amir Khusrow (R.A), Munawwar Rana, Ghouse Mohiuddin Ahmed.

• Musical influence: • Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, All Time Low, Breaking Benjamin, Papa Roach, Hans Zimmer. • More Info: • https://www.facebook.com/icecubef aktory • Tushar Verma (Toshi) He is a guitarist and a Composer. Youngest in the band, his playing styles are Bollywood, Jazz & semi- classical. He is the first musician in his family and comes from a family of teachers and educators. Based out of Lucknow, Tushar was attracted to RAM-Trio's first three songs and moved to Mumbai and joined the band. He learnt the basis concepts of guitar playing from Mr.Ashish Mukherjee (Bobul Da)

• Inspirations: Mayuk Sirkar • More Info: • https://www.facebook.com/toshi. verma.336?fref=ts Performed at Malls Performed at Colleges Performed at Clubs/Pubs/Lounges/Night Spots Performed at Clubs/Pubs/Lounges/Night Spots Performed at Clubs/Pubs/Lounges/Night Spots Performed at Clubs/Pubs/Lounges/Night Spots Performed at Festivals Performed at Festivals Performed at Corporate Performed at Others Media Appearance Media Appearance The Band is based on the following Thought: Gulistan mein mohobbat ki jo hariyali lehek uthhti, Toh har patti pe uske aman ki chidiya chehek uthhti, Ekhatta kar liye hathyar jitne ladne walo ne, Jamaa karte jo utne phool, Toh duniya mehek uthhti. --- Ghouse Moiuddin Ahmed