Danish rock band MLTR to hold concert in 4 cities in India

For more than 25 years, the Danish soft-rock band Michael Learns to Rock (MLTR) has been charming the hearts of people around the world with songs such as Take Me To Your Heart and Sleeping Child. In Asia, especially, the band has found its most ardent fans, which has led to the trio to return to the continent year after year for concerts.

Kare Wanscher, the band's drummer, says, "I think that few bands have the same impact on Asian and Indian fans as we do, especially because of the way our music fits into the tradition of Karaoke. Also, our lyrics are easy to understand, which in many Asian countries helps us get recognition since English is not their first language and they can understand what we are singing about. Another very important factor is the fact that our melodies are very catchy."

Their fans in Gurgaon, Guwahati, Dimapur and Kolkata will soon get a chance to hear their melodious tunes as part of their 25th anniversary tour. Jascha Richter, the band's lead vocalist and keyboardist says, "It is a pleasure to be back here. India is an important audience for us and the love we have received over the years from Indians, makes us want to reciprocate and celebrate our 25 years with India."

Wanscher and Richter, along with guitarist Mikkel Lentz, last came to India a few years back and performed in Shillong. "That evening is still one of the most memorable ones in our entire career. The amazing crowd stood there in the rain, singing along; giving us so much love and positive energy," says the drummer.

Talking about the band's illustrious career, Wanscher says, "There have been many highlights in our career - first concert, first record deal, first hit, first sold-out show, biggest show and so on - but, I think the biggest achievement is that we have managed to stay relevant to our fans for so long. That really makes me humble and proud."

On their mission to stay relevant, the band recently released a new single - I'll Wait For You - and will release more singles next year. "We plan to have an EP ready in February," says Wanscher. "Then we will see what comes. We also have a lot of touring scheduled for next year in China, Taiwan and Indonesia. Their latest singles include, Silent Times and Call on Love.

The band will perform at Showshaa Arena, Kingdom of Dreams, Gurgaon on December 11, 5 pm onwards. Tickets can be bought at bookmyshow.com.