Nepathya
Nepal\'s most iconic folk-rock band.
Narayan Gopal
Nepal\'s most beloved modern vocalist.
1974 AD
Pioneering Nepali rock band blending folk and rock.
Kutumba
Instrumental ensemble reviving traditional Nepali folk music.
Sabin Rai
Nepali rock vocalist.
The Kathmandu music scene
Kathmandu (Nepal) is represented on the Genesis of Sound map by 5 bands and artists across 2 genres. Himalayan folk and a resilient rock scene echo through the Kathmandu valley.
The most represented genres are rock (3) and classical (2).
The earliest year on record is Narayan Gopal (1939) and the latest is Kutumba (2004); the busiest decade on the map is the 1990s with 2 acts.
Notable acts to start with: Nepathya, Narayan Gopal, 1974 AD and Kutumba. Every entry links to Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube searches.
Nearby music scenes
Questions about Kathmandu music
What music is Kathmandu known for?
Kathmandu is known for rock, classical music. Notable acts include Nepathya, Narayan Gopal, 1974 AD.
How many bands are from Kathmandu?
The Genesis of Sound map features 5 bands and artists from Kathmandu, spanning rock, classical.