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{{Short description|Indian Hard Rock band}}
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| name            = Fossils
| name            = Fossils
| image            = Fossilslive2.jpg
| caption          = Fossils during one of their concerts
| native_name      = ফসিল্‌স
| origin          = [[Kolkata]], [[West Bengal]], [[India]]
| origin          = [[Kolkata]], [[West Bengal]], [[India]]
| genre            = Bangla Rock
| genre            = Bangla Rock
| years_active    = 1998-present
| years_active    = 1998–present
| label            = Asha Audio, Bangla Rock
| label            = {{flatlist|
| current_members  = {{ubl| [[Rupam Islam]] (Vocalist, Music Composer,
* Asha Audio
 
* Bangla Rock
| Deep Ghosh (Rhythm Guitarist)| Allan Temjen Ao (Lead Guitarist)
}}
| Prasenjit 'Pom' Chakrabutty (Bassist)| Tanmoy Das (Drummer)}}
| current_members  =
| website          = http://fossilsmusic.in/
* [[Rupam Islam]]  
| native_name      = ফসিল্‌স
* Deep Ghosh
| image            = Fossilslive2.jpg
* Allan Temjen Ao
| caption          = Fossils in one of their concerts.
* Prasenjit 'Pom' Chakraborty
* Tanmoy Das
| past_members  =
* Chandramouli Biswas
*    = {{URL|http://fossilsmusic.in/}}
}}
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'''''Fossils''''' ('''''{{lang|bn|ফসিল্‌স}}''''') is an Indian [[hard rock]] [[List of musical band types|band]] from Bengal formed in [[Kolkata]], [[West Bengal]], [[India]], in 1998. The group is considered one of the pioneering rock acts in Kolkata's [[Music of Bengal|Bengali music]] scene. The band currently comprises [[Rupam Islam]] ([[Lead vocalist|lead vocals]], [[Guitarist|additional guitars]]), Deep Ghosh ([[rhythm guitar]]), Allan Temjen Ao ([[lead guitar]]), Arindam Sen ([[additional rhythm guitar]]) Tanmoy Das ([[Drummer|drums]]), Prasenjit 'Pom' Chakraborty ([[Bassist|bass guitar]]), Subhadeep Pan ([[Backing Vocals]]).


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Their music is flavoured by a blend of [[blues]], [[Rock music|rock]] and [[psychedelic music|psychedelia]], [[hard rock]] along with Rupam Islam's vocal renditions of his characteristic psychoanalytical lyrics. They are noted for their social commentary and advocation of causes such as the welfare of [[HIV-positive people]].
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'''''Fossils''''' ('''''{{lang|bn|ফসিল্‌স}}''''') is an Indian [[hard rock]] band from Bengal formed in [[Kolkata]], West Bengal, [[India]] in 1998.
The group is considered one of the pioneering rock acts in [[Kolkata]]'s Bengali music scene.
The band currently comprises [[Rupam Islam]] (lead vocals, additional guitars), Deep Ghosh (rhythm guitar), Allan Temjen Ao (lead guitar), Tanmoy Das (drums), Prasenjit 'Pom' Chakraborty (bass guitar).
 
Their music is flavoured by a blend of [[blues]], rock and [[psychedelic music|psychedelia]], along with Rupam Islam's vocal renditions of his characteristic psychoanalytical lyrics.
They are noted for their social commentary and advocation of causes such as the welfare of [[HIV positive people]].


== History ==
== History ==


===Formation and early years: 1998–2000===
===Formation and early years: 1998–2000===
The band was formed by Rupam Islam, the vocalist. Their first stage show was held on 9 January 1999 at Najrul Mancha for Gaan 99 organised by HMV. While performing on stage as Rupam Islam and group, on that very day Rupam announced that henceforth he will perform as FOSSILS. This show had Deep on acoustic guitar, Deep Ghosh on guitars, Tanmoy on bass, Rajiv on drums and Rupam.. This line up was short lived and the very next show saw Chandra and Teno on guitars, Baji on drums, Bumpy on bass, Jatu on keyboards and Rupam.
The band was formed by Rupam Islam. Their first stage show was held on 9 January 1999 at Najrul Mancha for Gaan 99 organised by [[Saregama|His Master's Voice]]. While performing on stage as "Rupam Islam and group," Rupam announced the band's new name, Fossils. This initial show had Deep on acoustic guitar, Deep Ghosh on guitars, Tanmoy on bass, and Rajiv on drums. This line-up was short lived however, and the next show saw Chandra and Teno on guitars, Baji on drums, Bumpy{{Who|date=April 2025}} on bass, Jatu on keyboards and Rupam.


The group started to call themselves "Fossils" after a suggestion by their guitarist Deep.
The group started to call themselves "Fossils" after a suggestion by their guitarist Deep. The name is inspired by a line from one of Rupam's lyrics: "''Khoro aamar fossil, onubhutir michhil protikriashil kono biplobe''" ({{Literal translation|'Dig up my fossil, a procession of emotions, in a reactionary revolution'}}).
The name is inspired by a line from one of Rupam's lyrics:
"''Khoro aamar fossil, onubhutir michhil protikriashil kono biplobe''".


Initial audience reaction to the band's music was not encouraging. During their first few shows, they met with jeering and hostile objection to the rock style and techniques they employed.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://rollingstoneindia.com/features/fossils-digging-up-dirt/2/ |title=Archived copy |access-date=4 November 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120117202930/http://rollingstoneindia.com/features/fossils-digging-up-dirt/2/ |archive-date=17 January 2012 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
The initial audience reaction to the band's music was negative. During their first few shows, they were met with jeering and hostility because of their rock style and techniques.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://rollingstoneindia.com/features/fossils-digging-up-dirt/2/ |title=Fossils – Digging up Dirt &#124; Rolling Stone India |access-date=4 November 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120117202930/http://rollingstoneindia.com/features/fossils-digging-up-dirt/2/ |archive-date=17 January 2012 |url-status=dead }}</ref>


Thus, the band name was meant to convey a sense of an "underground" movement that the members felt they had initiated and their belief that they would be fossilised into history under the pressure of social disapproval of their music, only to be excavated decades later by musicologists wishing to discover the roots of Bengali rock.
The band went through line-up changes until the end of 1999, by which time a sort of permanency was achieved with Rupam (vocals), Chandra (bass), Allan (guitar), Deep (Rhythm Guitar), Stephen (drums), Indra (keyboards), and Parikhshit (manager) as the members.
 
The band would experience a flurry of line-up changes until the end of 1999, by which time a sort of permanency was achieved with Rupam (vocals), Chandra (bass), Allan (guitar), Stephen (drums), Indra (keyboards), and Parikhshit (manager) as the members.
 
In spite of the hostile feedbacks, the band decided to stick to their sound, and for the first time in the history of Indian Bengali rock, a full-fledged, continuous, effort was made to establish the Bengali Rock sound.


===Fossils: 2000–2003===
===Fossils: 2000–2003===
In 2000, the band recorded a demo version of their tracks. They faced rejection several times from different record houses.
In 2000, the band recorded a demo version of their tracks. They faced rejection several times from different record houses.


In 2001, the guitarist Allan left the band for a corporate career. Former members Teno and Deep re-joined in Allan's stead.
In 2001, the guitarist Allan left the band. Former members Teno and Deep re-joined in Allan's stead.
 
A contract was landed with Asha Audio and by the end of the same year, recording for the band's first studio album began. The recording had to start without Allan, whose departure was so sudden there wasn't enough time to rework their tracks. Some of the guitar tracks for this album had to be lifted from the demo version.
The album was entitled ''Fossils'' and released in 2002.
It was not an instant success, but the music caught on once the FM radio stations started broadcasting the tracks. The album's popularity has increased with time, and today it has achieved a [[cult following]].


Teno left the band in 2002 and was replaced by Partha.
A contract was landed with Asha Audio and by the end of the same year, recording for the band's first studio album began. The album was entitled ''Fossils'' and released in 2002.


In 2003, the drummer Stephen underwent rehabilitation. Andre served as part-time drummer till Bubun joined.
Teno left the band in 2002, and was replaced by Partha.


By this time, the band had created a nice audience and dedicated following among the youth.
In 2003, the drummer Stephen was replaced by Bubun.


===Fossils 2: 2004–2005===
===Fossils 2: 2004–2005===
The band's second album, entitled ''Fossils 2'', was released in 2004.
The band's second album, entitled ''Fossils 2'', was released in 2004.
It was then noted as the Bengali band album with the highest budget to date.
The album was partly sponsored by the [[Thums Up]] brand.
The mastering engineer was Steve Fallone of Sterling Sound, New York.
The band witnessed a surge in popularity.


In 2005, the manager Parikshit was expelled from the band; Rupam and Deep jointly took over his work. As of 2007, management is handled by Rupam's wife Rupsha Dasgupta and Deep.
In 2005, the manager Parikshit was expelled from the band; Rupam and Deep jointly took over his work. As of 2007, management has been handled by Deep and Rupam's wife Rupsha Dasgupta.


===Mission F: 2006===
===Mission F: 2006===
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According to a survey conducted by [[Radio Mirchi]], ''Mission F'' was declared the best-selling album in [[Kolkata]] for the year 2006.
According to a survey conducted by [[Radio Mirchi]], ''Mission F'' was declared the best-selling album in [[Kolkata]] for the year 2006.


On [[Earth Day]], the band covered [[Michael Jackson]]'s [[Earth Song]] in Bengali exclusively for the news channel [[CNN IBN]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://ibnlive.in.com/videos/38980/special-a-song-for-mother-earth.html |title=Archived copy |website=ibnlive.in.com |access-date=17 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140407052228/http://ibnlive.in.com/videos/38980/special-a-song-for-mother-earth.html |archive-date=7 April 2014 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
On [[Earth Day]], the band covered [[Michael Jackson]]'s [[Earth Song]] in Bengali exclusively for the news channel [[CNN IBN]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://ibnlive.in.com/videos/38980/special-a-song-for-mother-earth.html |title=Special: A song for Mother Earth --Videos Tech:IBNLive Videos |website=ibnlive.in.com |access-date=17 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140407052228/http://ibnlive.in.com/videos/38980/special-a-song-for-mother-earth.html |archive-date=7 April 2014 |url-status=dead}}</ref>


===Aupodartho: 2007===
===Aupodartho: 2007===
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In the second half of 2007, the band released a music video album entitled ''Aupodartho''.
In the second half of 2007, the band released a music video album entitled ''Aupodartho''.


The album was scheduled to be launched in [[RPG Group|Music World]], [[Park Street, Kolkata]]. The crowd turnout was so unexpectedly huge that fans had to be turned out and the outlet's premises closed. The police had a tough time controlling the crowd. The release eventually happened on the same day, with Rupam Islam placing himself atop a stool outside the outlet and addressing the fans without a microphone.
The album was scheduled to be launched in [[RPG Group|Music World]], [[Park Street, Kolkata]]. The crowd turnout was so unexpectedly huge that fans had to be turned out and the outlet's premises closed.{{cn|date=February 2026}} The police had a tough time controlling the crowd. The release did take place on the same day.


During the Pujas of 2007, Rupam Islam's 1998 solo album was re-launched by [[Saregama|Sa Re Ga Ma HMV]].
During the [[Puja (Hinduism)|Pujas]] of 2007, Rupam Islam's 1998 solo album was re-launched by [[Saregama]].{{cn|date=February 2026}}


On 9 November, Fossils played lived for the first time in [[Bangladesh]] at the Dhaka Rock Fest 2007, the first ever international Bengali rock festival.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1071127/asp/entertainment/story_8598579.asp | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Bangla boom | date=27 November 2007}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.thedailystar.net/newDesign/news-details.php?nid=11213|title = Dhaka Rock Fest 2007 pulls in enthusiastic crowd| newspaper=The Daily Star |date = 12 November 2007}}</ref>
On 9 November, Fossils played lived for the first time in [[Bangladesh]] at the Dhaka Rock Fest 2007, the first international Bengali rock festival.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1071127/asp/entertainment/story_8598579.asp | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120919161805/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1071127/asp/entertainment/story_8598579.asp | url-status=dead | archive-date=19 September 2012 | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Bangla boom | date=27 November 2007}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.thedailystar.net/newDesign/news-details.php?nid=11213|title = Dhaka Rock Fest 2007 pulls in enthusiastic crowd| newspaper=The Daily Star |date = 12 November 2007}}</ref>


===Fossils 3: 2008–2013===
===Fossils 3: 2008–2013===
Fossils featured in the Rolling Stones India magazine in 2008.<ref>[http://rollingstoneindia.com/features/fossils-digging-up-dirt/ Fossils features in Rolling Stones India magazine]</ref>
Fossils featured in the [[Rolling Stone India]] magazine in 2008.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://rollingstoneindia.com/features/fossils-digging-up-dirt/2/ |title=Fossils – Digging up Dirt &#124; Rolling Stone India |access-date=4 November 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120117202930/http://rollingstoneindia.com/features/fossils-digging-up-dirt/2/ |archive-date=17 January 2012 |url-status=dead }}</ref>


The end of 2008 saw Fossils begin the recording of their fifth studio album, which was released on 19 September 2009. It was titled ''Fossils 3'' and developed as a [[concept album]].<ref name="Beatbuzz">{{cite news | url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090818/jsp/entertainment/story_11371128.jsp | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Beatbuzz | date=18 August 2009 | access-date=21 September 2009 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121023163353/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090818/jsp/entertainment/story_11371128.jsp | archive-date=23 October 2012 | url-status=dead }}</ref> It endeavours to tell the story of a mysterious character known only as ''Shada Jama'' (White Shirt) through the interlinked audio tracks as well as a separate graphic account contained in the inlay cards. Mayookh Bhowmick on the distortion tabla, Indrajit Dey (Indra) on the keyboards, and a team from the Kolkata Music Academy Chamber Orchestra led by Abraham Mazumder were the guest contributors to the album. Fossils 3 would go on to win in the Best Non-Film Album category of the [[Anandalok Awards]] 2009.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1091205/jsp/entertainment/story_11822465.jsp | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Mere Paas Award Hai! | date=5 December 2009}}</ref>
The end of 2008 saw Fossils begin the recording of their fifth studio album, which was released on 19 September 2009. It was titled ''Fossils 3'' and developed as a [[concept album]].<ref name="Beatbuzz">{{cite news | url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090818/jsp/entertainment/story_11371128.jsp | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Beatbuzz | date=18 August 2009 | access-date=21 September 2009 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121023163353/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090818/jsp/entertainment/story_11371128.jsp | archive-date=23 October 2012 | url-status=dead }}</ref> It endeavours to tell the story of a mysterious character known only as ''Shada Jama'' (White Shirt) through the interlinked audio tracks as well as a separate graphic account contained in the inlay cards. Mayookh Bhowmick on the distortion tabla, Indrajit Dey (Indra) on the keyboards, and a team from the Kolkata Music Academy Chamber Orchestra led by Abraham Mazumder were the guest contributors to the album. Fossils 3 would go on to win in the Best Non-Film Album category of the [[Anandalok Awards]] 2009.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1091205/jsp/entertainment/story_11822465.jsp | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120918224427/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1091205/jsp/entertainment/story_11822465.jsp | url-status=dead | archive-date=18 September 2012 | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Mere Paas Award Hai! | date=5 December 2009}}</ref>


2009 marked the band's tenth anniversary.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2009-12-29/kolkata/28100732_1_rupam-double-bonanza-fossils | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120715124013/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2009-12-29/kolkata/28100732_1_rupam-double-bonanza-fossils | url-status=dead | archive-date=2012-07-15 | work=[[The Times of India]] | title=Throwing Ekla Ghar open to all!}}</ref>
2009 marked the band's tenth anniversary.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2009-12-29/kolkata/28100732_1_rupam-double-bonanza-fossils | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120715124013/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2009-12-29/kolkata/28100732_1_rupam-double-bonanza-fossils | url-status=dead | archive-date=2012-07-15 | work=[[The Times of India]] | title=Throwing Ekla Ghar open to all!}}</ref>


The band's official fan club, Fossils Force, was launched the same year, which started their operations through a blood donation camp on 1 May 2009. They continue to engage in activities for social welfare, such as contributing to the relief of people affected by the [[Cyclone Aila]] and another blood donation camp in 2010.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090508/jsp/entertainment/story_10931080.jsp | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | first=Madhuparna | last=Das | title=Idols and ideals | date=8 May 2009}}</ref>
The band's official fan club, Fossils Force, was launched the same year, which started their operations through a blood donation camp on 1 May 2009. They continue to engage in activities for social welfare, such as contributing to the relief of people affected by the [[Cyclone Aila]] and another blood donation camp in 2010.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090508/jsp/entertainment/story_10931080.jsp | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120918043921/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090508/jsp/entertainment/story_10931080.jsp | url-status=dead | archive-date=18 September 2012 | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | first=Madhuparna | last=Das | title=Idols and ideals | date=8 May 2009}}</ref>


''Rupam on the Rocks'', written by [[Rupam Islam]] and published by [[Ananda Publishers]] was launched at the [[Kolkata Book Fair]] 2009.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090205/jsp/entertainment/story_10485334.jsp | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Power of words | date=5 February 2009}}</ref>
''Rupam on the Rocks'', written by [[Rupam Islam]] and published by [[Ananda Publishers]] was launched at the [[Kolkata Book Fair]] 2009.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090205/jsp/entertainment/story_10485334.jsp | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120913100729/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090205/jsp/entertainment/story_10485334.jsp | url-status=dead | archive-date=13 September 2012 | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Power of words | date=5 February 2009}}</ref>


The same year saw Fossils touring the UK<ref name="Beatbuzz"/><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.washingtonbanglaradio.com/content/10685109-fossils-3-watch-free-kolkata-bangla-band-music-videos-uk-tour|title = Unable to select database}}</ref><ref>http://www.newkerala.com/nkfullnews-1-115513.html</ref> and [[Bangalore]].<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090828/jsp/entertainment/story_11418052.jsp | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Beat Buzz | date=28 August 2009}}</ref>
The same year saw Fossils touring the UK<ref name="Beatbuzz"/><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.washingtonbanglaradio.com/content/10685109-fossils-3-watch-free-kolkata-bangla-band-music-videos-uk-tour|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091016055609/http://www.washingtonbanglaradio.com/content/10685109-fossils-3-watch-free-kolkata-bangla-band-music-videos-uk-tour|url-status=usurped|archive-date=16 October 2009|title = Unable to select database}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.newkerala.com/nkfullnews-1-115513.html | title=Project SECURITY }}</ref> and [[Bangalore]].<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090828/jsp/entertainment/story_11418052.jsp | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120911132332/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090828/jsp/entertainment/story_11418052.jsp | url-status=dead | archive-date=11 September 2012 | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Beat Buzz | date=28 August 2009}}</ref>


2010 started with a change in the line-up. Bubun was replaced by Tanmoy on the drums.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-01-29/news-and-interviews/28354384_1_lows-kolkata-festival-band | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120707034255/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-01-29/news-and-interviews/28354384_1_lows-kolkata-festival-band | url-status=dead | archive-date=7 July 2012 | work=[[The Times of India]] | title=I hope to get a special reaction: Rupam Islam | date=29 January 2011}}</ref>
2010 started with a change in the line-up. Bubun was replaced by Tanmoy on the drums.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-01-29/news-and-interviews/28354384_1_lows-kolkata-festival-band | archive-url=https://archive.today/20120707034255/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-01-29/news-and-interviews/28354384_1_lows-kolkata-festival-band | url-status=dead | archive-date=7 July 2012 | work=[[The Times of India]] | title=I hope to get a special reaction: Rupam Islam | date=29 January 2011}}</ref>


In July 2010, the band played live at [[Nashville]] in the United States.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1100817/jsp/entertainment/story_12817239.jsp | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Rocking Nashville | date=17 August 2010}}</ref><ref>http://www.tollyworld.com/news/regional-bengali-conference-2010.html{{Dead link|date=December 2019 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web | url=http://tv.banglapodcast.com/?p=119 |title = BanglaPodcastTV » Blog Archive » Nashville Regional Banga Sammelan}}</ref><ref>http://www.candidcommunication.net/showDetails.asp?articleid=311 {{Dead link|date=February 2022}}</ref>
In July 2010, the band played live at [[Nashville]] in the United States. Due to the venue restrictions their performance was cut short. But owing huge demands they took to the stage the next day.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.telegraphindia.com/1100817/jsp/entertainment/story_12817239.jsp | archive-url=https://archive.today/20130203120100/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1100817/jsp/entertainment/story_12817239.jsp | url-status=dead | archive-date=3 February 2013 | location=Calcutta, India | work=The Telegraph | title=Rocking Nashville | date=17 August 2010}}</ref><ref>http://www.tollyworld.com/news/regional-bengali-conference-2010.html{{Dead link|date=December 2019 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web | url=http://tv.banglapodcast.com/?p=119 |title = BanglaPodcastTV » Blog Archive » Nashville Regional Banga Sammelan}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.candidcommunication.net/showDetails.asp?articleid=311 |title=Welcome to Candid Communication |access-date=4 November 2011 |archive-date=25 April 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120425134916/http://www.candidcommunication.net/showDetails.asp?articleid=311 |url-status=dead }}</ref>


Later in the year, Rupam Islam won a [[National Film Award (India)|National Film Award]] (Silver Lotus or ''Rajat Kamal'') in the [[National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer|Best Male Playback Singer]] category from the [[Government of India]] for his work in the film ''Mahanagar @ Kolkata''.<ref name="57thNFAList">{{cite web|publisher=Directorate of Film Festivals|access-date=20 October 2010|title= 57th National Film Awards for 2009|url=http://dff.nic.in/57thNFAaward.pdf}}</ref>
Later in the year, Rupam Islam won a [[National Film Award (India)|National Film Award]] (Silver Lotus or ''Rajat Kamal'') in the [[National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer|Best Male Playback Singer]] category from the [[Government of India]] for his work in the film ''Mahanagar @ Kolkata''.<ref name="57thNFAList">{{cite web|publisher=Directorate of Film Festivals|access-date=20 October 2010|title= 57th National Film Awards for 2009|url=http://dff.nic.in/57thNFAaward.pdf}}</ref>


June 2011, Allan rejoined the band in place of Partha.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/speednewsshow/8941537.cms | work=The Times of India}}</ref>
June 2011, Allan rejoined the band in place of Partha.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/speednewsshow/8941537.cms | work=The Times of India| title=Rupam:Rupam is very happy that Allan Ao has joined Fossils as the band's guitarist}}</ref>


September 2011, Fossils visited Dhaka, Bangladesh for the third time.
September 2011, Fossils visited Dhaka, Bangladesh for the third time.


July 2012, Fossils performed at Las Vegas, USA; which was a huge hit.
===Fossils 4: 2014===
The sixth studio album of the band was released on 19 October 2013 at City Centre II, Rajarhat – Kolkata. For the first time, the band soft-launched ''Fossils 4'' as a full-length digital album available for streaming days before the physical release of the album.{{cn|date=February 2026}}
 
===Fossils 5: 2017===
Their 7th Studio album Fossils 5 was released on 8 December 2017. It included 4 songs & 3 of them were released with Music videos. The music videos were directed by renowned director [[Samik Roy Choudhury]].
 
===Fossils 6: 2019===
Their latest album, Fossils 6 was released in 2019. The album contains 3 songs & was mixed & mastered by famous Producer Miti Adhikari who worked with [[Nirvana (band)|Nirvana]] & [[Pearl Jam]]. This was the last album in which the band's Bassist Chandramouli Biswas contributed.
 
In 2018, Bassist Chandramouli Biswas left the band because of health issues. Chandramouli was known for his iconic basslines & his stage presence. he quickly developed a fan following among the audience. He was replaced by Prasenjit 'pom' Chakrabutty on bass who was previously their recording engineer.
 
===2020-present===
 
On 9 January 2023, the band celebrated their 25th anniversary by organising a concert, Fossils Panchabingshoti. It  was held in south Kolkata, and the audience was 7,000-plus.<ref> {{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bengali/music/fossils25-an-electrifying-gig-by-the-band-for-their-fans/articleshow/96983562.cms |title=Fossils@25: An electrifying gig by the band for their fans |work=The Times of India }}</ref>
 
On 12 January 2025, the former bassist Chandramouli Biswas died by [[suicide]].<ref> {{cite web|url=https://www.livemint.com/news/india/bangla-rock-band-rupam-islam-led-fossils-chandramouli-biswas-dies-by-suicide-at-48-five-things-about-the-bassist-11736757337864.html|title=Chandramouli Biswas, ex-bassist of Fossils, found dead hours after updating his Facebook profile}}</ref>


===Fossils 4: 2015===
On September 2025, Fossils started their North America Tour in Toronto followed by 5 other venues from USA and Canada.
The sixth studio album of the band is scheduled to be released on 19 October 2013 at City Centre II, Rajarhat – Kolkata. For the first time, the band has soft launched their album "Fossils 4" as full-length online streaming to the audience days before physical release of the album. It is also the first time the band holds both copyright & publishing rights of this album while [http://www.janagana.in/ INRECO] will do the distribution & marketing. By its online release it already seems to be a superhit.
Sayantan the drummer joined as Tanmoy went for a degree. Tanmoy will be rejoining sooner as heard by the fans. another young artist from Kolkata, is set to join the band in 2017 as a bass guitarist and lyricist.


== Discography ==
== Discography ==
{{main|Fossils (band) discography}}


* ''Fossils'' (2002)
* ''Fossils'' (2002)
** Aro Ekbar
** Aaro Ekbaar
** Ekla Ghor
** Eklaa Ghar
** Nemesis
** Nemesis
** Hasnuhana
** Haasnuhaanaa
** Dekho Manashi
** Dekho Maanosii
** Bishakta Manush
** Bishaakto Maanush
** Nishkraman
** Niskromon
** Millennium
** Millennium
* ''Fossils 2'' (2004)
* ''Fossils 2'' (2004)
** Keno Korle
** Keno Korle
** Manob Boma
** Maanob Bomaa
** Chhal
** Chhaal
** Harano Podok
** Haaraano Padok
** Tritiyo Bishwa
** Tritiiyo Bishwo
** Acid
** Acid
** 29 Se October
** Untrishe October
** Bicycle Chor
** Bicycle Chor
** Shasti
** Shaasti
* ''Mission F'' (2006)
* ''Mission F'' (2006)
** Etwastata
** Itostato
** Sototar Bilashita
** Satotaar Bilaasitaa
** Manob Boma
** Maanob Bomaa (Unplugged)
** Friendship Chai
** Friendship Chaai
** Bondhu He
** Bondhu He
** Kichuta Somoy
** Kichhutaa Somay
** Bishakta Manush
** Bishaakto Maanush (Unplugged)
** Eka Naow
** Ekaa Nao
** Sono Amra Ki
** Shono, Aamraa Ki Sabaai?
** Hari Na
** Haari Naa
* ''Aupodartho'' (2007)
* ''Apodaartho'' (2007)
** Aupodartho [Video Album]
** Apodaartho [Video Album]
* ''Fossils 3'' (2009)
* ''Fossils 3'' (2009)
** Swabhabhik Khoon
** Swaabhaabik Khun
** Maa
** Maa
** Danober Utthan
** Daanober Utthaan
** Guru
** Guru
** Phire Chaulo
** Phire Chalo
** Bidroher Pandulipi
** Bidroher Paandulipi
** Mummy
** Mummy
** Bhoot Ar Tilottoma 1
** Bhuut aar Tilottamaa 1
** Dhongsho Romonthon
** Dhwangsho Romanthon
** Haspatale
** Haaspaataale
** Mrityu: Mrityur Pore
** Mrityu: Mrityur Pare
** Railline-e Mrityu
** Rail Line-e Mrityu
** Schizophrenic Bra
** Schizophrenic Bra
** Bhoot Ar Tilottoma 2
** Bhuut aar Tilottamaa 2
* ''Fossils 4'' (2013)
* ''Fossils 4'' (2013)
** Khnoro Aamar Fossil
** Khnoro Aamaar Fossil
** Bñaador
** Bnaador
** Haajar Bichhana
** Haajaar Bichhaanaa
** Mohakaash
** Mahaakaash
** Baari Esho
** Baari Eso
** Shoytaan
** Shaytaan
** Resolutions
** Resolutions
** Sthaabor Austhaabor
** Sthaabor/Asthaabor
** Mrityu
** Mrityu
* ''Fossils 5'' (2017)
* ''Fossils 5'' (2017)
** Janla
** Jaanlaa
** Stobdho Jibon
** Stabdho Jiibon
** Mrito Manush
** Mrito Maanush
** Palao
** Paalaao
* ''Fossils 6'' (2019)
* ''Fossils 6'' (2019)
** Ghreena
** Ghrinaa
** Hridoy Bhangbar Gaan
** Hriday Bhaangbaar Gaan
** Dewali Pee
** Dewali Pee
 
* ''Fossils 7'' (2026)
==Gallery==
** Khudhaarto Maangsaashii
 
** Long Drive-e, Wrong Drive-e
<gallery>
** Aporibortito
File:Fossilslive.jpg
** Jodi Tumi
File:Fossilslive2.jpg
** Obhinay
File:Fossilslive3.jpg
** Shunechhi
File:Fossilslive4.jpg
</gallery>


==See also==
==See also==
* [[Rupam Islam]]
* [[Rupam Islam]]
* [[Music of India]]
* [[Music of India]]
* [[Indian rock]]
* [[Indian Rock]]


== References ==
==References==
{{Reflist}}
{{Reflist}}


==External links==
==External links==
* [http://www.rupamislam.com/ Rupam Islam's Official Site]
* {{Official website}}
* [http://www.glamsham.com/movies/interviews/17-rupam-islam-interview-040810.asp Interview with Rupam Islam on his playback singing in "Jannat"]
* [http://www.merinews.com/catFull.jsp?articleID=233 Interview with Rupam Islam on Fossils] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071029100342/http://www.merinews.com/catFull.jsp?articleID=233 |date=29 October 2007 }}
* [http://www.hindisong.com/Profile/Profile.asp?ContentID=1178 Rupam Islam: A profile]
* [http://www.merinews.com/catFull.jsp?articleID=233 Interview with Rupam Islam on Fossils]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20121023163353/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090818/jsp/entertainment/story_11371128.jsp The Telegraph reports on Fossils 3 pre-release buzz]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20121023163353/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1090818/jsp/entertainment/story_11371128.jsp The Telegraph reports on Fossils 3 pre-release buzz]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20120902080157/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-20/news-and-interviews/28259646_1_bands-rock-baul The Times of India reports on Bengali rock bands]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20120902080157/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-20/news-and-interviews/28259646_1_bands-rock-baul The Times of India reports on Bengali rock bands]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20120902080310/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-22/news-and-interviews/28227114_1_songs-humour-lyrics Rupam Islam and composer Debojyoti Mishra talk about the history of comic songs in Bengal]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20120902080310/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-12-22/news-and-interviews/28227114_1_songs-humour-lyrics Rupam Islam and composer Debojyoti Mishra talk about the history of comic songs in Bengal]
* [http://www.telegraphindia.com/1101121/jsp/graphiti/story_13200349.jsp The Telegraph reports on the impact of a new generation of singers on Bengali film music]
* [https://archive.today/20130204131321/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1101121/jsp/graphiti/story_13200349.jsp The Telegraph reports on the impact of a new generation of singers on Bengali film music]


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Fossils
ফসিল্‌স
Fossils during one of their concerts
Fossils during one of their concerts
Background information
OriginKolkata, West Bengal, India
GenresBangla Rock
Years active1998–present
Labels
  • Asha Audio
  • Bangla Rock
Members
  • Rupam Islam
  • Deep Ghosh
  • Allan Temjen Ao
  • Prasenjit 'Pom' Chakraborty
  • Tanmoy Das
Past members

Fossils (ফসিল্‌স) is an Indian hard rock band from Bengal formed in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, in 1998. The group is considered one of the pioneering rock acts in Kolkata's Bengali music scene. The band currently comprises Rupam Islam (lead vocals, additional guitars), Deep Ghosh (rhythm guitar), Allan Temjen Ao (lead guitar), Arindam Sen (additional rhythm guitar) Tanmoy Das (drums), Prasenjit 'Pom' Chakraborty (bass guitar), Subhadeep Pan (Backing Vocals).

Their music is flavoured by a blend of blues, rock and psychedelia, hard rock along with Rupam Islam's vocal renditions of his characteristic psychoanalytical lyrics. They are noted for their social commentary and advocation of causes such as the welfare of HIV-positive people.

History[edit | edit source]

Formation and early years: 1998–2000[edit | edit source]

The band was formed by Rupam Islam. Their first stage show was held on 9 January 1999 at Najrul Mancha for Gaan 99 organised by His Master's Voice. While performing on stage as "Rupam Islam and group," Rupam announced the band's new name, Fossils. This initial show had Deep on acoustic guitar, Deep Ghosh on guitars, Tanmoy on bass, and Rajiv on drums. This line-up was short lived however, and the next show saw Chandra and Teno on guitars, Baji on drums, Bumpy[who?] on bass, Jatu on keyboards and Rupam.

The group started to call themselves "Fossils" after a suggestion by their guitarist Deep. The name is inspired by a line from one of Rupam's lyrics: "Khoro aamar fossil, onubhutir michhil protikriashil kono biplobe" (lit. ''Dig up my fossil, a procession of emotions, in a reactionary revolution'').

The initial audience reaction to the band's music was negative. During their first few shows, they were met with jeering and hostility because of their rock style and techniques.[1]

The band went through line-up changes until the end of 1999, by which time a sort of permanency was achieved with Rupam (vocals), Chandra (bass), Allan (guitar), Deep (Rhythm Guitar), Stephen (drums), Indra (keyboards), and Parikhshit (manager) as the members.

Fossils: 2000–2003[edit | edit source]

In 2000, the band recorded a demo version of their tracks. They faced rejection several times from different record houses.

In 2001, the guitarist Allan left the band. Former members Teno and Deep re-joined in Allan's stead.

A contract was landed with Asha Audio and by the end of the same year, recording for the band's first studio album began. The album was entitled Fossils and released in 2002.

Teno left the band in 2002, and was replaced by Partha.

In 2003, the drummer Stephen was replaced by Bubun.

Fossils 2: 2004–2005[edit | edit source]

The band's second album, entitled Fossils 2, was released in 2004.

In 2005, the manager Parikshit was expelled from the band; Rupam and Deep jointly took over his work. As of 2007, management has been handled by Deep and Rupam's wife Rupsha Dasgupta.

Mission F: 2006[edit | edit source]

The band's third studio album, entitled Mission F, was released in 2006. It was a theme album for the first Kolkata Police Friendship Cup Football Tournament.

A special track, "Aeka Nauo", dedicated to HIV positive people, was included in the album. It featured Usha Uthup and was produced in collaboration with the Kolkata Sukriti Foundation. A free VCD distributed with the album contains the music video for the track, which shows HIV positive people with their faces uncovered interacting freely with Uthup and the band members. The VCD also contained a chat session with band members.

Radio Mirchi collaborated with the band to produce two "unplugged" versions of previously recorded tracks that were included in the album.

According to a survey conducted by Radio Mirchi, Mission F was declared the best-selling album in Kolkata for the year 2006.

On Earth Day, the band covered Michael Jackson's Earth Song in Bengali exclusively for the news channel CNN IBN.[2]

Aupodartho: 2007[edit | edit source]

In the first half of 2007, Rupam Islam worked on a separate project named RnB with the bassist Bumpy.

In the second half of 2007, the band released a music video album entitled Aupodartho.

The album was scheduled to be launched in Music World, Park Street, Kolkata. The crowd turnout was so unexpectedly huge that fans had to be turned out and the outlet's premises closed.[citation needed] The police had a tough time controlling the crowd. The release did take place on the same day.

During the Pujas of 2007, Rupam Islam's 1998 solo album was re-launched by Saregama.[citation needed]

On 9 November, Fossils played lived for the first time in Bangladesh at the Dhaka Rock Fest 2007, the first international Bengali rock festival.[3][4]

Fossils 3: 2008–2013[edit | edit source]

Fossils featured in the Rolling Stone India magazine in 2008.[5]

The end of 2008 saw Fossils begin the recording of their fifth studio album, which was released on 19 September 2009. It was titled Fossils 3 and developed as a concept album.[6] It endeavours to tell the story of a mysterious character known only as Shada Jama (White Shirt) through the interlinked audio tracks as well as a separate graphic account contained in the inlay cards. Mayookh Bhowmick on the distortion tabla, Indrajit Dey (Indra) on the keyboards, and a team from the Kolkata Music Academy Chamber Orchestra led by Abraham Mazumder were the guest contributors to the album. Fossils 3 would go on to win in the Best Non-Film Album category of the Anandalok Awards 2009.[7]

2009 marked the band's tenth anniversary.[8]

The band's official fan club, Fossils Force, was launched the same year, which started their operations through a blood donation camp on 1 May 2009. They continue to engage in activities for social welfare, such as contributing to the relief of people affected by the Cyclone Aila and another blood donation camp in 2010.[9]

Rupam on the Rocks, written by Rupam Islam and published by Ananda Publishers was launched at the Kolkata Book Fair 2009.[10]

The same year saw Fossils touring the UK[6][11][12] and Bangalore.[13]

2010 started with a change in the line-up. Bubun was replaced by Tanmoy on the drums.[14]

In July 2010, the band played live at Nashville in the United States. Due to the venue restrictions their performance was cut short. But owing huge demands they took to the stage the next day.[15][16][17][18]

Later in the year, Rupam Islam won a National Film Award (Silver Lotus or Rajat Kamal) in the Best Male Playback Singer category from the Government of India for his work in the film Mahanagar @ Kolkata.[19]

June 2011, Allan rejoined the band in place of Partha.[20]

September 2011, Fossils visited Dhaka, Bangladesh for the third time.

Fossils 4: 2014[edit | edit source]

The sixth studio album of the band was released on 19 October 2013 at City Centre II, Rajarhat – Kolkata. For the first time, the band soft-launched Fossils 4 as a full-length digital album available for streaming days before the physical release of the album.[citation needed]

Fossils 5: 2017[edit | edit source]

Their 7th Studio album Fossils 5 was released on 8 December 2017. It included 4 songs & 3 of them were released with Music videos. The music videos were directed by renowned director Samik Roy Choudhury.

Fossils 6: 2019[edit | edit source]

Their latest album, Fossils 6 was released in 2019. The album contains 3 songs & was mixed & mastered by famous Producer Miti Adhikari who worked with Nirvana & Pearl Jam. This was the last album in which the band's Bassist Chandramouli Biswas contributed.

In 2018, Bassist Chandramouli Biswas left the band because of health issues. Chandramouli was known for his iconic basslines & his stage presence. he quickly developed a fan following among the audience. He was replaced by Prasenjit 'pom' Chakrabutty on bass who was previously their recording engineer.

2020-present[edit | edit source]

On 9 January 2023, the band celebrated their 25th anniversary by organising a concert, Fossils Panchabingshoti. It was held in south Kolkata, and the audience was 7,000-plus.[21]

On 12 January 2025, the former bassist Chandramouli Biswas died by suicide.[22]

On September 2025, Fossils started their North America Tour in Toronto followed by 5 other venues from USA and Canada.

Discography[edit | edit source]

  • Fossils (2002)
    • Aaro Ekbaar
    • Eklaa Ghar
    • Nemesis
    • Haasnuhaanaa
    • Dekho Maanosii
    • Bishaakto Maanush
    • Niskromon
    • Millennium
  • Fossils 2 (2004)
    • Keno Korle
    • Maanob Bomaa
    • Chhaal
    • Haaraano Padok
    • Tritiiyo Bishwo
    • Acid
    • Untrishe October
    • Bicycle Chor
    • Shaasti
  • Mission F (2006)
    • Itostato
    • Satotaar Bilaasitaa
    • Maanob Bomaa (Unplugged)
    • Friendship Chaai
    • Bondhu He
    • Kichhutaa Somay
    • Bishaakto Maanush (Unplugged)
    • Ekaa Nao
    • Shono, Aamraa Ki Sabaai?
    • Haari Naa
  • Apodaartho (2007)
    • Apodaartho [Video Album]
  • Fossils 3 (2009)
    • Swaabhaabik Khun
    • Maa
    • Daanober Utthaan
    • Guru
    • Phire Chalo
    • Bidroher Paandulipi
    • Mummy
    • Bhuut aar Tilottamaa 1
    • Dhwangsho Romanthon
    • Haaspaataale
    • Mrityu: Mrityur Pare
    • Rail Line-e Mrityu
    • Schizophrenic Bra
    • Bhuut aar Tilottamaa 2
  • Fossils 4 (2013)
    • Khnoro Aamaar Fossil
    • Bnaador
    • Haajaar Bichhaanaa
    • Mahaakaash
    • Baari Eso
    • Shaytaan
    • Resolutions
    • Sthaabor/Asthaabor
    • Mrityu
  • Fossils 5 (2017)
    • Jaanlaa
    • Stabdho Jiibon
    • Mrito Maanush
    • Paalaao
  • Fossils 6 (2019)
    • Ghrinaa
    • Hriday Bhaangbaar Gaan
    • Dewali Pee
  • Fossils 7 (2026)
    • Khudhaarto Maangsaashii
    • Long Drive-e, Wrong Drive-e
    • Aporibortito
    • Jodi Tumi
    • Obhinay
    • Shunechhi

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Fossils – Digging up Dirt | Rolling Stone India". Archived from the original on 17 January 2012. Retrieved 4 November 2011.
  2. ↑ "Special: A song for Mother Earth --Videos Tech:IBNLive Videos". ibnlive.in.com. Archived from the original on 7 April 2014. Retrieved 17 January 2022.
  3. ↑ "Bangla boom". The Telegraph. Calcutta, India. 27 November 2007.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  4. ↑ "Dhaka Rock Fest 2007 pulls in enthusiastic crowd". The Daily Star. 12 November 2007.
  5. ↑ "Fossils – Digging up Dirt | Rolling Stone India". Archived from the original on 17 January 2012. Retrieved 4 November 2011.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Beatbuzz". The Telegraph. Calcutta, India. 18 August 2009. Archived from the original on 23 October 2012. Retrieved 21 September 2009.
  7. ↑ "Mere Paas Award Hai!". The Telegraph. Calcutta, India. 5 December 2009.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  8. ↑ "Throwing Ekla Ghar open to all!". The Times of India.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  9. ↑ Das, Madhuparna (8 May 2009). "Idols and ideals". The Telegraph. Calcutta, India.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  10. ↑ "Power of words". The Telegraph. Calcutta, India. 5 February 2009.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  11. ↑ "Unable to select database". Archived from the original on 16 October 2009.
  12. ↑ "Project SECURITY".
  13. ↑ "Beat Buzz". The Telegraph. Calcutta, India. 28 August 2009.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  14. ↑ "I hope to get a special reaction: Rupam Islam". The Times of India. 29 January 2011.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  15. ↑ "Rocking Nashville". The Telegraph. Calcutta, India. 17 August 2010.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  16. ↑ http://www.tollyworld.com/news/regional-bengali-conference-2010.html[permanent dead link]
  17. ↑ "BanglaPodcastTV » Blog Archive » Nashville Regional Banga Sammelan".
  18. ↑ "Welcome to Candid Communication". Archived from the original on 25 April 2012. Retrieved 4 November 2011.
  19. ↑ "57th National Film Awards for 2009" (PDF). Directorate of Film Festivals. Retrieved 20 October 2010.
  20. ↑ "Rupam:Rupam is very happy that Allan Ao has joined Fossils as the band's guitarist". The Times of India.
  21. ↑ "Fossils@25: An electrifying gig by the band for their fans". The Times of India.
  22. ↑ "Chandramouli Biswas, ex-bassist of Fossils, found dead hours after updating his Facebook profile".

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