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Astha
Acoustic / Pop / Indie

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Brampton/Toronto
Canada

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Last Login:  12/15/2009
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Member Since10/18/2006
Band Websitewww.asthamusic.com
Band Members Astha - Guitar, Vocals

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"mama didnt raise no fool" :) - Siren Filter

Influences Nepal --> My home, my foundation, and my continuous inspiration.
MAMA --> Don't know where I'd be without you. You are the reason I am -who I am- today :). I love you.
My family --> For loving me. You keep me motivated.
Pooja Di and Riz Dai--->love, love and love.
Rohit---> A phenomenal musical partner.
Band in Nepal : Sunny(Guitar), Abishek(Keys) and Kiran (Drums) -->You've helped me grow so much. Thank you for playing with me.
Sophia Vassiliadis --> For the support, love and advice that you've given me. I can't thank you enough. I feel so blessed to have you in my life.
Friends and fans (:P)--> who are there to support and always push me to do my best. (You know who you are)
Siren Filter --> One of my very first "myspace" friends. :D.
Theory --> Thank you for everything you've done for me, for helping me take that little baby step (or should I say a giant leap? lol) towards where I'm headed.
Ron --> "You are the best" Ron says, to make me believe, "if no one said it yet, just remember ---Ron did." I thank you for believing in me.
Saint Chris --> For your guidance that I value so much.
Simone --> You truly inspire me. I feel tiny compared to you :P, but you keep me rooted.
Theresa--> For being first and only to push and push and PUSH me to this day. You mean the world to me. 143<3
Steven Smyth--> For always ALWAYS being there to support. Most definitely my most valued NO. 1 FAN!!!
Damian--> For always being there to listen, and for telling me exactly what I need to hear.
Teesha--> You are a beautiful , comforting, refreshing soul. I'm so glad you're a part of my life. :) SOUL SISTA! ;)
Sumit --> For inspiring my very first love song ;). (heart)
Deep --> For always being there when I need you.
AJ --> For your talent that I have so much respect for.
Ashley --> Your life stories amaze me. ["Hesitation is the key to failure" ]-... ;)
Ben--> You are simply AWESOME! Can't thank you enough! <3!
Bhushan & Nayantara : You both are an inspiration to Nepal. An inspiration to me. Header Photo Credit :Nayantara Gurung Kakshapati

Artists I admire:

Alicia Keys, John Mayer, Herbie Hancock, Ben Harper, Jack Johnson, Incubus, Kings of Leon, Lilly Allen, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Lilly Allen, Aaliyah, Prince, Evanescence, Coldplay, The Beatles, Jason Mraz, B.E.P, Kanye West, Nitin Sawhney, Fiona Apple, Passion, Norah Jones, Alanis Morissette, Nelly Furtado, Dave Matthews Band, Eric Clapton, Jacksoul, Lauren Hill, Linkin Park, Radiohead, Melissa Bathory, Drake, Justin Nozuka, Stef Lang, Dala

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Astha Tamang-Maskey: Sabai Thikai Huncha


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   About Astha
ASTHA TAMANG-MASKEY
"An emotionally inspired songstress with a graceful and versatile acoustic sound..."

20 year old singer/songwriter, Astha Tamang-Maskey is an aspiring young new talent rising in the Toronto independent music scene. Originating from Nepal, she comes to the table with a unique sound backed by her acoustic guitar and a charismatic persona. She’s been continuously songwriting since the age of 14. Having written songs like "Hide and Seek" which paints a picture of relationships that come and go, "Painkiller" which describes an experience of trials as a youth and also songs like “Believe it” and “Cross the road” which speak of pressures that budding artists face, Astha’s collection of songs all hold meaning and speak of a deep truth.

As a graduate of the Independent Music Production program at Toronto’s Seneca College, she gained the necessary skills to begin her career as an Independent artist. She has performed at numerous Toronto music venues such as the Smiling Buddha, the Reverb, Holy Joes, the Horseshoe Tavern, and the Opera House to name a few. She has also performed at multiple music festivals in Nepal such as Fête de la Musique, the Chevrolet Miles Music Festival and the Himalayan Blues Festival.

Having been compared to artists such as Michelle Branch, Alanis Morissette and Nelly Furtado, her music maintains a very versatile sound, which was evident on her 6 song English demo. She also had the opportunity to go back to Nepal, which she took advantage of and released a Nepali debut album, "Sabai Thikai Huncha" in January 2009. Independently released by Astha, the album is a mix of acoustic, live and electronic music, with 1 English and 7 Nepali songs co-written by Astha and her mother Susan Maskey. Working closely with Astha was a 22 year old production genius named Rohit Shakya who brilliantly produced the songs on the project. Also featured on the album are prominent Nepalese musicians like: Rizu Tuladhar (Looza) on bass, Abishek Bhadra (JSC Trio) on keys, and Prazol Raj Kanskar (Looza) on drums.

Her first radio single off the album, "Gotta be love" received a significant amount of plays charting at number 1 on the Nepalese FM stations. Her second radio hit, “Jhuto Satya” received a nomination for “Best Rock Vocal Performance” on the Nepalese TV-Image Award 2009.

Back in Toronto now, Astha is polishing and gearing up for her debut English EP release. Young and driven, she has realized that a career in music is her ultimate passion. For one so young, her voice resonates with faith. Astha - the name itself means to have faith, and her faith is in her music.


“Astha has that rare gleaming charm to herself which allures even grown up men to listen to her pretty yet powerful voice singing of teenage angst and puppy love lost.” – Republica Newspaper- Nepal

“She is a gifted singer with a fairly versatile voice. She sounds as good singing ballads over acoustic guitar in the title track as she does while packing heavy pop singles” – Y! Magazine - Nepal

“Finding space here for her sheer talent and passion for music, Astha is probably the freshest sound to hit the Nepali music industry.” –Wave Magazine, Nepal




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And courtesy to photographer -- NayanTara Gurung Kakshapati

To see more of her work , please visit : http://www.nayantara.com.np




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GTech

GTech



Dec 2 2009 5:16 PM

haha thanks! .. yeah i'm tryna turn my walk-in-closet to a studio too :)
doyi

doyi cet



Nov 30 2009 3:54 PM

Yo Astha,
Whenever I listen to your music. I feel like singing too. But your talent is unmatched. How much time you spend to rehearse per day Astha? Love ya.
Do
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GTech

GTech



Nov 21 2009 12:08 AM

Wow didn't know u lived in Canada that long. Thought you moved juss recently lol.. I was born in Scarborough.. Moved to Brampton about 3 years ago. So you have your own studio at home?
GTech

GTech



Nov 20 2009 5:17 PM

So how long have you lived in Brampton for?
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Nov 17 2009 10:47 PM

hey my name is Amrit Gurung and i'm from Nepal as well, but i was born in Canada.. I think your music is great! Keep it up
yogen

yogen



Nov 14 2009 10:01 PM

keep rockin n u will reach the top
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Nov 14 2009 10:01 PM

Hi Astha,

Thanks for accepting our friendship it's truely an honor for us to have you as our new friend. We selected you because we'd like to ask you to join us on our Unsigned and Indie Bands Radio. We know as time goes by you'll look to 440MUSIC.COM Internet Radio when your band has a new song to release. Why not stop by our web site for a visit today?

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Nov 3 2009 9:39 PM

hi aastha !!
 gud to hear u ..
aile samma hajur ko geet jhutho satya matra suneko thyo tra
it was gr8 listenin few more..
 kip it up ,hope from yuh ..
 tc
doyi

doyi cet



Nov 1 2009 5:53 PM

Hi There Astha,
Your music is great. So you are. Thats why I am big fan of yours Astha. Keep up the gr8 work. I am proud being your fan.
Do
HADEZ

HADEZ



Oct 27 2009 3:51 AM

ey astha,

khusi layo tapai ko work dakhera.
keep up the good work 

hades

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Oct 22 2009 5:10 PM

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The Alter Kakers

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Oct 20 2009 3:35 AM

Astha, I love the tune Gotta Be Love!

Thanks for responding to our invite, we hope to see you!

Ak's
Rachael Bawn

Rachael Bawn



Oct 3 2009 7:15 PM

Thanks, all the best with you too, really. Keep me posted, and I'll do the same.
Rachael Bawn

Rachael Bawn



Sep 27 2009 3:11 AM

Hey you!!!
How are you doing?? Things are great with me, are you still in Nepal?
Linda M

Linda M



Sep 20 2009 3:42 PM

Nepal! A dream of mine.....
If you want to try a co-write for your upcoming EP, I'm in.
xoLM
Linda M

Linda M



Sep 19 2009 3:36 PM

Astha! You are looking and sounding great! Thank you for stopping by.
I just finished my second song with a Canadian Idol Top 4 Finalist!
Hope all is great with your music career.
The Alter Kakers

The Alter Kakers



Sep 18 2009 5:50 PM

We look forward to seeing you at The Horseshoe on Sept 21!
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NOTLAM

NOTLAM



Sep 14 2009 3:49 PM

Hi Astha, We gotta chill.  Call me when you got time.
Jeღnnn

Jeღnnn



Sep 8 2009 1:15 AM

Astha :)
How've you been?
iM NOt yA AVERAGE G!RL,iM A RARE D!AMOND-

Breezy N.Star



Sep 8 2009 1:15 AM

hey astha didi;
how are you?
BOBBY J (Yo BoyFriend)

BOBBY J (Yo BoyFriend)



Sep 2 2009 1:19 AM

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Kaedon Pierce ™

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Aug 31 2009 11:35 AM

Hey just droppin by to listen to your music (AGAIN), it's addicting! When are you coming out with new stuff????! Better be soon =)
Georgina Taylor

Georgina Taylor



Aug 31 2009 11:35 AM

xo
Tito Deville Band

Tito Deville Band



Aug 4 2009 8:38 AM

Heya Astha!

Loving the Vibe...We just did a Hot new Electro Rock Track up called 'ALIVE' & added some cool new pics...check 'em out and drop us a comment,

keep up the energy 
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