Meghalaya’s Mark Ryan Syiemlieh (22) from Lummawbah, Upper Shillong, has secured a top 10 spot in the Resonate: Electronic Dance Music (EDM) challenge.
The top 10 finalists, including Syiemlieh, will now gear up to showcase their sound on the WAVES global stage in Mumbai from May 1-4.
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 shared, “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.”
Syiemlieh said that being among the top 10 finalists is truly an honour. According to him this is a moment of pride and a reflection of the effort he has dedicated to his 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,” Syiemlieh added.
He further added, “WAVES has been an outstanding platform. It’s rare to find competitions that genuinely support and uplift emerging talent, and I’m grateful for the exposure and experience it has offered. I’m incredibly thankful for this opportunity and look forward to what’s ahead.”
The challenge is being organised by the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in collaboration with the Indian music industry.
