Kwakta Lamjel

Kwakta Lamjel () is a Manipuri folk-inspired song, created by the band Ereimang. It was launched as the group's first single on 20 March 2023. The song combines traditional Manipuri musical aspects with experimental rock sounds, resulting in a blend the band refers to as "naturecore".

 Background 
Kwakta Lamjel was the first release by Ereimang, a musical project created by former members of the band, Hoirong. The music draws inspiration from the well-known Manipuri poem/folk tale of Princess Thoibi and Khamba (Khamba Thoibi Sheireng), created and finalized in 1940 by Hijam Anganghal Singh.

The song depicts the competition between Khamba and Nongban for the wellbeing of the Moirang community. Nongban, still unbeaten in racing, wrestling, and hockey, attempts to maintain his standing through unethical methods, yet Khamba triumphs in the affection of his community.

 Composition and style 
The track features the Pena, a traditional string instrument of Manipur, alongside guitar, bass, and layered noise-rock textures.

 Release 
The single was officially released on 20 March 2023 on streaming platforms such as Apple Music and Bandcamp.

 Reception 
Kwakta Lamjel received positive attention from both national and regional music media. According to Kamal Singh, the song also helps that modernizing Manipur’s tribal lore and traditional culture has been looked upon with more openness now than before.

 Production 
In the music video, Thoichanba Laishram is the singer/vocalist; Vandana Wahengbam and Rajkumari Nandini are the dancers; and Borlin Chanam and Somba Pukh are the cameraman.

 Related pages 

 Moirang Kangleirol
 Moirang Sai

 References 

 External links 

 Kwakta Lamjel on Bandcamp
 Kwakta Lamjel on Apple Music
 Kwakta Lamjel on Youtube

Category:Meitei music
Category:Meitei mythology
Category:Meitei folklore