Ep: 509 | Chumbak Band: 2 Albums in 1 Year & the Story Behind “Josh” | Sushant Pradhan Podcast

Chumbak Band, the rising alternative/indie rock group from Itahari, Nepal, joins us for an in-depth conversation about their creative journey, their unique sound, and the story behind releasing two albums in one year, including their newest project “Josh.” In this episode, the three present members—Anil (Gongba) on vocals, Sahil on guitar, and Suman on bass—break down how Chumbak Band formed from members of Afthyaro, Retro Rocket, and Zero Brains, and how their chemistry shaped the band’s identity. We explore their songwriting process, their approach to building an authentic Nepali alternative rock sound, and how growing up in Itahari influenced their musical direction. The band shares insights into the challenges Nepali bands face, the hunger to create new music, and why they continue to push boundaries in Nepal’s indie rock scene. Whether you're a fan of Chumbak Band, curious about Nepali rock, or interested in the behind-the-scenes process of a band crafting albums back-to-back, this conversation delivers honest stories, new perspectives, and exciting details about the “Josh” album, future plans, lineup shifts, and the evolution of their creative process. GET CONNECTED WITH Chumbak Band: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/Chumbak-band-100078656604843/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgv96ABqVOhWcHxggrL9onw Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chum_bak/ Instagram {Bassist Bibek} - https://www.instagram.com/st_goti/ Instagram {Guitarist Sahil} - https://www.instagram.com/riffl0rd/ Instagram {Vocalist Anil aka. GhongBa Spikes} - https://www.instagram.com/_iam_acrow/