“If you notice, there is a story that runs through the songs in the album,” the composer explains. Trivedi points out that the tracks portray a typical romance from flirtation and mischief to separation that directs its sound. “The album is an expression of me,” he says.

It is notable that the composer is able to find space for this experiment under his own label. The foundation of which, he admits, was born of a need to explore. “An artiste needs to find a way to communicate the conflicts, the desire, and the creativity within him. It is the only way to find catharsis,” he elaborates.

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The album marks the first venture for the label, launched in 2020. Trivedi promises more collaborations in the pipeline. “I have always enjoyed working with fellow musicians. It is part of the process,” he says. While refusing to divulge details, Trivedi hinted that more releases will follow.

The exciting part, he says, is a platform to connect with listeners. “I love the space of independent music right now. It feels like a déjà vu of the late ‘90s when we had the rise of indie-pop,” he suggests, adding, “It is a completely new medium of consuming music.”

Teaming up with Spotify for the release, Trivedi accepts that the availability of information about streaming — what listeners are tuning in to, city-wide trends, changing interests — is revelatory. “As an artiste, you learn stuff. The danger is when you start to think in numbers or just the commercial aspect. There has to be a balance,” he observes.

That balance will be crucial with the composer aiming to create music, both commercially and through the independent label, AT Azaad. “I think the future is an exciting one,” he signs off.

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