Joshua Pujari x Spiritgu3st Take You on a Wild Ride: Tantalus, Tunes & Total Mayhem in ‘Drunk Again'

In the sprawling urban landscape of Noida, two artists—Joshua Pujari and Spiritgu3st—met by pure coincidence, or, as they would define it with a single Urdu word, ‘ittefaqan’. What began as a random introduction through a mutual friend blossomed into an artistic partnership defined by its seamless blend of similarities and contradictions. Their music is an exploration of this creative fusion, a sound that is unapologetically Alternative Rock and Indie, yet entirely their own.

Their story is a study in contrasts. Joshua Pujari was immersed in music from childhood, mastering instruments and production early on, while Spiritgu3st discovered his passion in his teenage years. Initially drawn to indie and folk, his artistic personality was transformed by the "intense and raw sound of metal, grunge, and rock," which unlocked the sonic versatility of the electric guitar. It’s this shared love for giants like Deftones, Alice In Chains, and The Doors that forms the foundation of their collaboration, even as they deliberately forge a unique sound for themselves.

Their latest album, fittingly titled "Drunk Again," is a culmination of this journey. The title track, a dynamic alternative rock/pop song, was born from a spontaneous jam session in Spiritgu3st’s room—a 'home studio’esque setting with minimal equipment. The lyrics were a product of pure chance, pulled from Spiritgu3st’s poetry like lines from a magic hat. Yet, beneath the surface of this arbitrary creation lies a captivating, satirical take on the Greek myth of Tantalus, a figure eternally tormented by a forbidden desire. The song's poetry delves into the futility of this pursuit, mirroring Tantalus’s unending thirst and hunger with a modern, debauched twist.

This album, a compilation of their best work, was a labor of love that they willed into existence after a bout of creative frustration. They simply sat down one day and decided they wouldn’t leave the room until it was finished. This relentless, passionate energy defines them. Joshua Pujari handles the intricate vocals, drums, and mixing, while Spiritgu3st commands the guitar and provides the haunting poetry that gives their music its depth. It is a partnership where each artist’s strengths elevate the other, creating a sound that is raw, honest, and undeniably compelling.

Ready to hear what happens when coincidence becomes destiny?

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Listen to "Drunk Again" and follow their journey on Spotify and YouTube.