Euphoria Returns With 'Dhoomsday': 'I Never Left Medicine For Music,' Says Dr Palash Sen On His Journey & More
The title is impossible to miss. Nearly 28 years after Dhoom Pichak Dhoom became the soundtrack of every college festival, every farewell party and countless road trips, Euphoria is back with an album called Dhoomsday. It is an unmistakable nod to the song that changed the course of Indian independent music, but also a reminder that Dr Palash Sen, 60, has no intention of becoming a nostalgia act.…
Nearly three decades after Dhoom Pichak Dhoom set the tone for college festivals and road trips, Euphoria has returned with a new album titled Dhoomsday. The 60-year-old Dr Palash Sen, the mastermind behind the iconic track, has no intention of becoming a nostalgia act. His latest album features nine collaborations across languages and musical traditions, including a recreated duet with the late KK. Sen emphasizes that he is not merely reuniting with the past, but continuing a journey that began in 1998.
Every song on the album reflects issues that Sen believes are important to people, whether they are worried, concerned, or expressing themselves. Sen insists he never writes a song thinking about its potential to become an anthem, stating that these successes are unexpected surprises from life and the universe. However, he acknowledges the regret of not promoting all the songs on his albums, as he has worked hard on them.
Long before 'indie' became an industry label, Sen recognized why Indian rock bands struggled to connect with listeners. He realized that singing in English was not the solution, as it only attracted listeners interested in English-language covers of Western artists. Sen decided to discover his own language by blending rock with Hindi, Urdu, folk traditions, and Indian classical influences, which became Euphoria's signature.
Sen's background in medicine greatly influenced his approach to music. He believes that being a doctor taught him how to diagnose and cater to different audiences, just as he diagnoses crowd reactions before creating a setlist. Medicine also taught him the importance of humility, teamwork, and ensuring everyone feels comfortable in a collaborative environment.
Despite his success, Sen's greatest achievement is ensuring that his band members have stable homes, cars, and bank balances. He believes that this is more important than personal accolades. Sen remains focused on creating music that resonates with himself, rather than seeking validation from the world.
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