Adi Lokgeet Singers

Adi Lokgeet singers are custodians of the rich folk heritage of the Adi tribe, primarily residing in Arunachal Pradesh. These singers perform during traditional rituals, festivals, and communal gatherings, preserving stories of ancestry, nature, and daily life. The performances are inseparable from ritual practices, often beginning with offerings and chants to invoke blessings from ancestors and local deities.

The singers, both men and women, adorn traditional Adi attire—women wear handwoven dresses called gale, complemented with colorful beads and silver ornaments, while men wear gale with cane headgear during ceremonies. The songs follow a unique lyrical pattern marked by repetition, call-and-response verses, and simple yet melodious tunes that make them easily memorable.

Prominent Adi Lokgeet singers include Sigin Kaling, Jiba Recho, Gopi Kacho, Lobsang Kemu, and Nani Recho, who have contributed significantly to popularizing this folk tradition. Famous songs like ‘Apang Deko’, ‘Tani Tani’, ‘Rituk Ri’, and ‘Doka Apang’ reflect everyday life, love, nature, and rituals, blending storytelling with music.

These singers not only entertain but also educate younger generations about Adi customs, history, and spiritual beliefs. Their art remains a vital link between tradition and contemporary cultural identity, ensuring that the Adi Lokgeet continues to resonate with both local and global audiences.