OIKYOTAAN,fronted by Bonnie Chakraborty, is a performing group which has developed 
a sound rooted in the rhythm and melody of folk music. This foundation is created using
equally unique components from folk and contemporary music and attaching them
in an interesting set of arrangements. Centered around Fakiri, Bhatiyalli, Jhumur and 
Bhavaiyya Bengali folk melodies, the sound concentrates on building lyrical phrases 
within a layered rhythm of folk and classical instruments. Oikyotaan aims at reaching a 
space where folk and contemporary music complement each other without displacing the
essential sound elements and aesthetics of the other. The group comprises of musicians
based in Chennai from various musical and cultural backgrounds. Since the formation
two years ago, Oikyotaan has performed throughout Southern and Eastern India. They 
are now looking forward to integrate their sound internationally through collaborations 
and performances.

In ancient times Yakshas and Yakshinis were the protectors of Saints and Saviours,
givingthem the support required to fulfill their purpose!.Flautist Balasai,Sitarist 
Sivaramakrishna,Violonist Kalpana,Guitarist Johnny,along with Percussionists 
Ganesh and Ramakrishnan,form the YAKSHAS of today,protecting the rights 
of their musical heritage! These astounding musicians having mastered their 
armoury o f instruments,have now come together to create a path breaking 
soundscape rooted in the classical music tradition of India. As musical warriors 
they share a combined experience of over a hundred years!