Imnainla Jamir
Imnainla Jamir | |
|---|---|
| Born | 2002 (age 23–24) Mokokchung, Nagaland, India |
| Other name | Aien |
| Occupation | Guitarist |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Musical career | |
| Origin | Kohima, Nagaland, India |
| Genres | |
| Instrument | Guitar |
Imnainla Jamir (born 2002) is an Indian guitarist from Nagaland.[1] She released her debut single "Bloom" in 2023.[2]
Early life
Imnainla Jamir was born in 2002 in Mokokchung, Nagaland to an Ao Naga family from Ungma.[3] She developed an interest in music at an early age and began learning guitar as a child, initially under the guidance of her elder brother before becoming largely self-taught.[4]
Career
Jamir made her solo stage debut at the Hornbill International Music Festival at Agri Expo, Chümoukedima in 2018.[5]
In December 2022, her electric guitar performance of the Indian national anthem during the opening ceremony of the Hornbill Festival received widespread attention online and in the national media.[6][7]
In 2023, she released her debut instrumental single, "Bloom".[2]
In 2026, Jamir became the first Indian woman to be officially endorsed by Ibanez, making her the company's first female Indian artist.[8]
Discography
Singles
- "Bloom" (2023)
Music videos
- "Bloom"
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Ref. |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | H.E.R Award | [9] |
| 2025 | National Youth Icon Award | [10] |
References
- ↑ Gogoi, Monami (9 January 2023). "Meet Imnainla Jamir-Naga musical powerhouse who belted Indian anthem on electric guitar". ThePrint. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- 1 2 "Northeast Guitarist Imnainla Jamir Signs Global Deal With Ibanez". stayziddi.com. 15 April 2026. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ "In Focus Today: Imnainla Jamir and her journey with the six strings". Mokokchung Times. 16 March 2022. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ Ghosh, Sreyashi (20 May 2024). "Meet Imnainla Jamir, Nagaland Guitarist Proclaiming Space In Male-Dominated Industry". SheThePeople. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ Shatsang, Worngachan A (16 March 2022). "As an Indian Naga, I pray for unity: guitar sensation Imnainla Jamir". villagesquare.in. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ Gope, Arpito (7 December 2022). "Nagaland Guitarist Imnainla Jamir Does a Hendrix for Indian National Anthem at Hornbill". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ "Nagaland girl's guitar rendition of Jana Gana Mana goes viral". The Times of India. 5 December 2022. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ "Naga guitarist Imnainla Jamir becomes India's first woman Ibanez artist". India Today. 22 March 2026. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ "Imnainla Jamir receives H.E.R Award at the 6th edition of 'We The Women Festival'". Nagaland Tribune. 6 March 2023. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ "Nagaland's Imnainla Jamir honoured with 'National Youth Icon Award'". The Morung Express. 13 January 2025. Retrieved 2 August 2026.