One of the most interesting, innovative and creative ideas of the years gone by, Heritage Jazz’s ‘Konkani Rocks’ was executed for the first time in Goa Velha on the 3rd of December 2009 amidst a lot of excitement and buzz. It featured some of Goa’s best talents as well as national artists of the highest caliber. Goa was also set to witness for the first time on Goan soil, an international artist performing local music, and entertaining Konkani speakers; this was a supernova concept and the first of its kind in sheer creativity, size, presentation and quality.
Konkani Rocks has always created interesting and path breaking concepts, constantly moving ahead while respecting the past and leading the way for a positive change. This concept did that and much more, going beyond music and entertainment to touch the hearts of the locals at the grassroots of Goa. People took pride in the fact that an international star rocked to their local music; it proved yet again that our pride is our identity and instead of shunning it we ought to give it the honour and respect it deserves.
After the overwhelming success of Konkani Rocks, Europe! and Rain or Shine, Konkani Rocks! concert in 2010 & 2011, with stars like Lorna, Remo, Monsorate Brothers, O’Luv, Sonia Shirsat, Seby Fernandes, Lulu Fortes, etc. lighting up the stage; we are all set to organise yet another show on a much grander scale on 3rd Decmeber 2011, also marking the 2nd anniversary of Konkani Rocks.
There would be a special board of distinguished members of the Goan cultural, political and social scenario who would consider and advise Heritage Jazz regarding the proceedings of the show.
So come join us in lifting up our mother tongue and giving her the love and respect she deserves. At Heritage Jazz when we say Konkani Rocks! We mean it! Let it rock our lives and may our culture, always prevail! Come share in the growing revolutionary feeling in Goa. Let one remember the times when we stood against the Portuguese, now it’s time to stand united with the aim of saving Goa from destruction!
