MUMBAI, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
The Country Witnessed Debut Performances by Iconic Artistes Giorgio Moroder, Tycho, Explosions In The Sky, LEO and Oscar Shortlisted Film 'Listen To Me Marlon' Screened in India for the First Time
For the third year in a row, Mehboob Studios in Mumbai played host to the year's most awaited festival of inspiration - Johnnie Walker The Journey. Witnessing yet another year of a packed audience, the festival delivered on its promise of inspiring through unique audio-visual treats.
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In its third edition now, Johnnie Walker The Journey this year, featured phenomenal performances by the legendary synth icon Giorgio Moroder, post-alternative crusaders Explosions In The Sky and downtempo ambient producer Tycho, providing audiences with an extraordinary experience. To add an element of the surreal, theater whiz LEO's gravity defying act left audiences spellbound. For the film buffs, award-winning British film director Stevan Riley screened his documentary 'Listen to Me Marlon' on the inner life of Hollywood icon Marlon Brando, for the first time ever in India. To watch the legend come alive on screen, narrating his own life story left the audiences inspired and emotional!
Celebrating the brands legacy and philosophy of inspiring personal progress, each artiste shared the story of their personal journey, which truly brought the festival to life making it unforgettable for those in search of something unique. Among the audience, drawing inspiration at the festival were familiar faces like Kiran Rao, Aayan Mukherjee, Sudhir Mishra, Alyque and Shazahn Padamsee, Raj Kaushal and Mandira Bedi who were enjoying the sights and sounds of the festival.
Speaking about Johnnie Walker The Journey - Bhavesh Somaya, Marketing and Innovation Director, Diageo India said, "We are delighted that Johnnie Walker The Journey has once again been successful in delivering the inspiration it has always promised. We are truly overwhelmed by the responses received for the third edition of the festival. Each year we strive to present exciting and unique talent who can help us deliver unforgettable / unmatched experiences to the audience."
Legendary synth icon Giorgio Moroder commented on the evening, "It was a great evening performing at Johnnie Walker The Journey. Loved the Indian audience and the city. I was happy that everything went well and I hope the Indian audiences keep listening to my music."
Explosions In The Sky were thrilled to perform in India for the first time, and stated, "It was spectacular and memorable performing at Johnnie Walker The Journey. They gave an experience of a lifetime playing for the Indian crowd which was so excited to see us, even though we have never been here. And we hope we get an opportunity again to come back to India and perform."
Ambient producer Tycho said, "Our experience at Johnnie Walker The Journey was overwhelming. Every place we go and perform, there is a new energy and vibe we experience, but this time it was something very different. It was incredible so many people came to watch us perform at Johnnie Walker The Journey. We had an amazing time performing live with people dancing to our music. We will definitely be back soon."
Julian Schulz from LEO, the gravity-defying theatre act, said, "I am extremely happy that we got to perform at Johnnie Walker The Journey. We got some great response from the crowd and we are glad we made them enjoy every moment."
Lastly, Stevan Riley commented on his film being screened in Mumbai, "It was gratifying to screen 'Listen To Me Marlon' at Johnnie Walker The Journey especially as it is a festival that celebrates innovation in the arts. I very much enjoyed my visit to India - the Indian audience I found are informed and enthusiastic moviegoers."
The festival drew to a close with Disco legend Giorgio Moroder performing to a captivated and thoroughly entertained audience, leaving them wondering what to expect at the next edition. LEO also performed two shows on Sunday, 13th December which were equally appreciated by the audience.
All the artistes were extremely excited about their first trip to India and expressed their enthusiasm by interacting with audiences.
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