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The 4th edition of the Me’Gong Festival 2024 came to a close with a trailblazing performance by the renowned European rock band, Europe. The event was graced by the presence of Shri Conrad K Sangma, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Meghalaya. The Hon’ble Chief Minister welcomed the band Europe and other performers to Meghalaya and Garo Hills. He mentioned that many people in the state and the entire Northeast region had grown up listening to their songs, and it was a dream come true for many. He also noted that the region had a strong influence of rock music from the 80s and 90s, and that the Me’Gong Festival had attracted a large number of fans from across the country. Joey Tempest, Europe’s lead vocalist said, “We’re thrilled to perform at Me’Gong Festival in Garo Hills, it’s incredible that our music has reached this far corner of the world.” “I recall our frantic fans in 1988, and we’re excited to experience the same energy here. This visit to Garo Hills will undoubtedly inspire our future lyrics.” Tempest praised the breathtaking landscape of Garo Hills. “This band is still one of the best on the planet, and our impact continues to be huge.” With conviction, he declared, “Music will never die! Rock music lives on, underlying everything.” In a lighthearted moment, Tempest quipped, “Garo Hills meets Gora(White)!” The two-day festival, which began on November 29, 2024, witnessed a massive turnout of over thousands of people on the first day alone. The Day 1 event featured captivating performances by singer Gajendra Verma, India-based rock band Euphoria, and DJ Udita Goswami. Day 2 of the event included the Meghalaya Grassroot Music Project (MGMP) stage …

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