Rajeev Rajagopal - The Drummer Who Built Bangalore Rock - Trailer

For 30 years, Thermal and a Quarter (TAAQ) has been the sound of Bangalore Rock — but behind the Deep Purple and Guns N' Roses opening slots, the first concept album in Indian rock, and the packed tours across the world, is a story of empty gigs, lineup changes, and an industry that didn't want to make space for original music. In this episode, founding drummer Rajeev Rajagopal takes us back to 1996 — three Mallus and a quarter Mallu with nothing but ambition — and walks through the highs, the heartbreaks, and the decade-long friendships that built one of India's most iconic rock bands. 🎙️ From boardroom-adjacent day jobs to the drum kit that never stopped 🎸 The departure that nearly changed everything 🇮🇳 Building an industry that didn't exist yet Watch the full conversation on The Narrativ with Bala. #ThermalAndAQuarter #TAAQ #RajeevRajagopal #BangaloreRock #IndianRockMusic #TheNarrativ #PodcastIndia #RockMusicIndia #IndianMusicHistory #BandStory