Project Malabaricus finds a place in Rolling Stone's #ReviewRundown

Although it’s just three tracks, that’s more than enough to showcase the prowess of a star singer such as Sithara Krishnakumar, part of Malayalam fusion act Project Malabaricus’ debut EP Rithu. There’s exuberant, catchy rock that leads on “Arutharuthu,” which packs in a lot in four and a half minutes, and Krishnakumar is more cozy on the subtle, folksy “Chayapattu.” On the third and final track of Rithu, “Pilleranu,” there’s swerving riffs, grand arrangements, screaming guitar leads and electronic-folk elements akin to Kerala rock forerunners Avial, all of which make for a riveting listen every time. If you needed any more proof of how versatile, accessible and heavy Malayalam modern music can be, it’s contained within 12 whirlwind minutes on Rithu.