May 26, 2017
Singer Kailash Kher, set to perform a
live radio concert as part of "Gig City Season 2" on Radio City 91.1
FM, says the format is thrilling.
"Radio as a medium has always excited me and being a part of live radio
concert connects me with my fans across the nation. It's a thrilling
experience, very challenging and at the same time exhilarating,"
Kailash said in a statement.
A live multicity simulcast concert on radio featuring KK, Shankar
Mahadevan, Benny Dayal, and Mika, apart from Kailash, will begin on
Friday evening.
It follows the concept of 'Aap Jahaan, Concert Wahaan', where listeners
can catch up with their favourite artiste's gig at their comfort. To be
hosted by radio jockey Salil, it will go on for six weeks, beginning
with KK.
KK said: "The idea of a live radio concert in itself is very innovative
and I am extremely excited to start this season and be a part of it.
Looking forward to a great gig."
It will be aired across all Hindi speaking markets, covering at least
25 of them.
Kartik Kalla, Executive Vice President and National Head, Programming,
Marketing and Audacity, Radio City 91.1 FM, said: "This year we are
elated to take 'Gig City' to all our newly launched phase 3 markets."