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A 22-year-old musician from Meghalaya has made waves in the national music scene by securing a top 10 spot in the 'Resonate: The EDM Challenge'. Mark Ryan Syiemlieh, originally from Upper Shillong, will showcase his unique electronic music style at the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit in Mumbai. His journey from Political Science graduate to emerging music artist highlights the diverse talent emerging from Northeast India. The WAVES summit represents a significant platform for celebrating creative innovation across multiple media and technology sectors.

Key Points: Meghalaya's Mark Ryan Wins Top 10 EDM Challenge Spot

  • Meghalaya musician secures top 10 spot in national EDM challenge
  • Ministry of Information and Broadcasting hosts WAVES summit
  • Young artist blends techno, trance and house music styles
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Meghalaya boy among top 10 finalists for 'Resonate: The EDM Challenge' under WAVES in Mumbai

Shillong's Mark Ryan Syiemlieh selected for WAVES global stage, showcasing India's emerging electronic music talent

"It is a moment of pride and a reflection of the effort I've dedicated to my journey as an artist. - Mark Ryan Syiemlieh"

Shillong, April 22

A 22-year-old boy from Meghalaya secured a spot in the top 10 of 'Resonate: The EDM Challenge' and he is now gear up to showcase his sound on the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) global stage in Mumbai from May 1 to 4, officials said on Tuesday.

An official of the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in collaboration with the Indian Music Industry (IMI) announced the names of the top 10 shortlisted participants for 'Resonate: The EDM Challenge'.

The Information and Broadcasting Ministry is organising the WAVES for the first time. The 'Resonate: The EDM Challenge', a marquee competition under the 'Create in India' Challenge in the run up to the WAVES 2025, brought together global talent in Electronic Dance Music (EDM) to celebrate innovation, creativity, and collaboration in music production and live performance.

Mark Ryan Syiemlieh (22) from Lummawbah in Meghalaya's Upper Shillong secured a spot in the top 10 of 'Resonate: The EDM Challenge'.

The top 10 finalists, including Syiemlieh, would now gear up to showcase their sound on the WAVES global stage in Mumbai. Syiemlieh holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from St. Anthony's College, Shillong and is currently based in Mumbai.

His journey into music began early, fuelled by a deep passion for DJing and Music Production, with sounds blending beats of techno and uplifting vibes of trance and house.

Sharing his excitement for the upcoming WAVE Summit, he said, "I wanted to say thank you to the organisers of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit, hosted by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, for selecting me as one of the top 10 finalists for the Resonate EDM challenge."

Being among the top 10 finalists is truly an honour, he said, "It is a moment of pride and a reflection of the effort I've dedicated to my journey as an artist. This opportunity and recognition mean a great deal to me as it reinforces my belief in the music I'm creating and encourages me to keep evolving creatively."

An official statement said that the WAVES is set to magnify India's creative strength, amplifying its position as a hub for content creation, intellectual property, and technological innovation.

Industries and sectors in focus include broadcasting, print media, television, radio, films, animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, sound and music, advertising, digital media, social media platforms, generative AI, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and extended reality (XR), the statement said.

- IANS

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Priya K.
Wow, this is amazing! Representing Meghalaya on a global stage 🎶 So proud of Mark! His journey from political science to EDM shows how passion can lead you anywhere. Wishing him all the best for WAVES! 🙌
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Rahul S.
As someone from Shillong, this makes me so happy! We need more platforms like WAVES to showcase Northeast talent. Though I wonder if there's enough support for artists after such competitions?
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Ananya M.
Techno + trance + house? That's my kind of mix! 🔥 Would love to hear Mark's tracks. Does anyone know where we can listen to his music before the competition?
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Sanjay P.
Great initiative by the Ministry! But I hope they maintain this momentum beyond just one event. India's music scene deserves sustained investment and platforms like WAVES should be annual.
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Neha T.
From political science to EDM producer - what an interesting career shift! Goes to show you should always follow your passion. Mark's story is truly inspiring 💫
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Karan D.
The lineup of industries at WAVES sounds impressive! AR/VR in music could be game-changing. Hope Mark gets some cool tech collaborations out of this. Rooting for our Northeast talent!

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