Three Assam artists among top 10 in national ‘resonate’ challenge

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaApril 23, 2025

Assam’s electronic music scene is making waves on the national stage as three talented artists from the state — Aditya Upadhyaya (Guwahati), Dibyajit Ray (Bongaigaon), and Nobajyoty Boruah (Lakhimpur) — have secured spots among the Top 10 finalists of ‘Resonate: The EDM Challenge’, a flagship competition under the ‘Create in India’ initiative at the upcoming WAVES Summit 2025.

Organised by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in partnership with the Indian Music Industry (IMI), the WAVES (World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit) aims to recognize and elevate the most promising voices in India’s creative sector. ‘Resonate’ is a key segment of the summit, focusing on innovation and originality in Electronic Dance Music (EDM). Finalists were chosen from across the country by a panel of top music industry professionals after a rigorous selection process. The results were announced on April 12, 2025.

All ten finalists, including the three from Assam, will perform live at the WAVES Summit in Mumbai, scheduled from May 1–4, 2025.

Among the standout names is Nobajyoty Boruah, whose unconventional journey into music production started with self-learning via YouTube before earning a professional qualification in audio engineering. With experience working on diverse projects in Chennai and Bangalore, Boruah’s sound blends Indian influences with global EDM trends.

“My goal has always been to blend different genres and create something truly unique for listeners,” he said. Boruah’s work includes an official remix of Salim–Sulaiman’s “Eik Martaba”, released via Merchant Records and distributed by Warner Music India.

Aditya Upadhyaya, based in Guwahati, also expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity: “WAVES is a great platform for independent artists. EDM in India is still growing, and being in the top 10 feels like a big step forward in my career.”

Though less is publicly known about Dibyajit Ray, his selection alongside two other Assamese talents is being seen as a reflection of the growing musical innovation emerging from Northeast India — a region increasingly recognized for its cultural depth and creativity.

The competition aims to unearth and uplift new talent in music production and DJing, contributing to India’s growing influence in global music fusion and electronic genres. By spotlighting creators from across the country, it also strengthens India’s ambition to become a hub for contemporary and crossover music.

The presence of three finalists from Assam in the Top 10 is not just a win for the state — it’s a sign that the future of Indian electronic music may have a distinctly Northeastern beat.