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Moksha hits a high note with 360° spin on indie music revolution
MUMBAI: From side hustle to centre stage India’s indie artists just got their encore. In a power-packed duet of vision and grit, Bobby Baskaran, Grammy voting member, global CMO, and co-founder of legendary rock band Moksha has teamed up with serial entrepreneur Richard Dudley to launch Moksha 360, a full-spectrum ecosystem designed to rewrite the rules of the independent music industry.
This isn’t your typical music label reboot. Moksha 360 blends artist-first values with next-gen tech, offering a 360° solution that spans live concert promotion, artist management, and an XR/AI-powered content platform. Think of it as a backstage pass to creative control, brand-building, and global exposure without the fine print.
Speaking about Moksha 360 Richard Dudley says, This isn’t just a business, it’s a response to years of watching talented artists struggle to find a way forward. Moksha 360 is designed to change that. We’re building an ecosystem where creativity meets opportunity, and where indie artists can finally access the infrastructure they deserve, without losing who they are.
Speaking about Moksha 360 Bobby ‘Beebob’ Baskaran says, “For too long, independent artists have been told to treat their passion like a side hustle. Moksha 360 is about changing that narrative – proving that creative and financial success can coexist. We’re building a legacy that empowers artists to own their voice, build their brand, and navigate the music industry with confidence, both in India and on the global stage.”
The trio of pillars propping up Moksha 360 reads like a wishlist for any unsigned artist. First, live concert promotion goes beyond the usual dive-bar circuit, curating everything from intimate showcases to large-scale global gigs. Then there’s Artist Management & Label Services, handling the heavy lifting from music production and PR to distribution, marketing, and long-term career strategy. Finally, the XR/AI Content Platform harnesses cutting-edge technology to boost discoverability, deepen fan engagement, and unlock digital monetisation, giving artists not just a voice, but a viable business model.
The concept isn’t just future-forward, it’s already on the world stage. In February 2025, Baskaran and Dudley took Moksha 360 to the 67th Grammy Awards in LA, where they entered strategic talks with potential collaborators and content partners, placing India’s indie scene firmly in the global spotlight.
By bridging artistry with opportunity, Moksha 360 aims to be more than a platform, it wants to be a movement. One where indie artists can plug in, turn up, and finally be heard on their own terms, and at full volume.
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Piyush Thakur steps down as Inshorts’ chief revenue officer
Former vice president and cro says exit marks a new chapter after close to a decade of building revenue and partnerships at Inshorts Group.
NOIDA: Piyush Thakur has stepped away from Inshorts Group after nearly 10 years with the company, marking the end of a long tenure that culminated in his role as chief revenue officer.
In a farewell note, Thakur said he was “turning a new page” after almost a decade at Inshorts, calling it one of the hardest professional decisions he has made. He added that his exit was not driven by uncertainty about the future, but by reflection on a long association with the company.
Thakur joined Inshorts in October 2016 as vice president and spent around seven years in the role before being elevated to chief revenue officer in April 2024, a position he held until April 2026.
He said his tenure was defined by “thousands of mornings, late nights, product debates and breakthrough moments”, as the company evolved into a large-scale digital news platform used by millions.
In his note, Thakur emphasised that Inshorts’ growth was a collective effort across teams, adding that engineers, designers, sales teams and customer support staff all contributed to building the platform. He said the company’s success was not the result of individuals but of “everyone who stayed, passed through, and left their mark”.
Before Inshorts, Thakur worked across several digital media and business development roles. At ESPN, he served as senior regional manager from October 2015 to October 2016, focusing on growth initiatives, strategic opportunities and video distribution.
At Times Internet, he worked for nearly three years, including as head of business development from April 2015 to September 2015 and chief manager from January 2013 to March 2015. His responsibilities included monetisation of mobile platforms, managing media and developer partnerships, and driving revenue across digital properties such as The Times of India and The Economic Times.
Earlier, he worked at Brandmovers as head of business development from June 2012 to June 2013, handling digital, mobile and social media marketing solutions, client development and strategic consulting. During this period, he also worked on advertising revenue, brand strategy and CRM-based solutions.
At Inshorts, Thakur’s role focused on revenue strategy, mobile and media partnerships, and growth initiatives across platforms. His profile highlights experience in mobile product management, digital business models, partner ecosystems and revenue expansion in high-growth environments.
