House of Tuneman, a guy who never gave up on his dreams. He became an enthusiast when he heard the duo La Bouche for the first time in the early 1990s. He was first introduced to 4×4 electronic music by the musician Tieto, and he was instantly captivated by it. He never considered a career in music because, during his education and upbringing, it was neither recommended nor seen as a viable option. Only after the completion of his formal education and after almost a decade of a stable income source was he able to review his options.
Making playlists was begun, and a basic DJing course was taken back in 2018. It was there that he learned about music production courses. The idea of music production did not initially sync in, as it was often perceived to be an equipment-heavy and tedious process. An online course was purchased from Berlin instead of regular coaching, as he was never sure if even the basics would be understood. Initially, it was tough, but he figured it all out in a few months. He got his first-ever gig back in 2019, on December 23rd. People loved and appreciated his music and energy. Since then, House of Tuneman has released over 20 singles in just four years.
People know him as the House of Tuneman, but only a few of them know that Karan Dhingra is his name. A Delhi guy who was born in 1987 has so much enthusiasm for music. In an industry saturated with competition, the resilience of House of Tuneman is a testament to the adage that hard work pays off. Through relentless determination, he raised himself from an unknown artist to a household name, leaving an indelible mark in the world of electronic music, and he is ready to go about more sleepless nights.
As an electronic music producer and artist who plays high-energy sets, SAANJH was an unexpected composition since it’s pretty mellow and soothing. But regardless of all the preconceived notions, an amazing response was given to this single by the audience across all demographics, encouraging him to expand his creative horizons and experiment. Of late, his tracks, including SAANJH, have been aired on FM and television channels like VH1, which makes him delighted as his music can be shared with a wider audience. A dedicated 1-hour morning show with his interview and all of his tracks was hosted by RJ Sarthak from 94.3 RADIO ONE.
However, Saanjh is different because he wanted to make a single that everyone in any kind of setting could hear. It can be listened to while driving, cooking, or sipping a cup of tea. It has a serene, chill feel that suggests the fall season—you know, cosy nights and good vibes.
The track isn’t all hustle and bustle; it’s more like a peaceful groove that fits perfectly with those mellow autumn evenings. This composition isn’t just about the beats; it invites a warm vibe with the changing seasons. Some cultural flavour is usually added to music in his signature style during production or playing. Usually, it is a mix of tribal, Indian, Latin, Arabic, or native American vocals and percussions that represent him and his music. Music that can be played in a club or at high-energy concerts.
This composition is a beautiful amalgamation of Indian and Afro elements, with featured instruments like Dilruba, Tabla, Baghpan, Morchang, and Bansuri, and Afro percussions such as djembe and brush. The inspiration for the vocals in the track comes from Varanasi, Shastriya Sangeet, and Qawallis, blending seamlessly to create a diverse sonic landscape. No toolkit is used by him in my production process. A simple laptop with Ableton is just operated. A signature style of adding cultural elements to any of the tracks is possessed by him. He added,
“However, a clean slate is sitting with me, and the track is allowed to take its organic flow.”
The most personal challenge he faces is that he has a full-time business to operate, so it’s hard to find time to get time and get some headspace for a creative workflow. The hurdle in starting a music career is to convince yourself that it’s even a possibility and then to convince your immediate family that you want to devote your time to something as a career choice when it’s considered a mere hobby. He still hears words like hobby and passion, even when it is a fully operational system. Understanding and accepting an alternate career choice is a mental exercise.
He has organized multiple events and consulted many venues for event curation, and getting a well-organized, streamlined informational database regarding artists, promoters, equipment, etc. has been quite a task, especially when it’s for a different city. The biggest hill to climb as an artist is to have the confidence of the audience and organizers. Once you can get attention, it keeps getting better from there. And for that, people need to know about you through various sources. That’s the key, and that’s the most difficult part.