The most-loved and iconic independent band The Local Train has split up as their frontman Raman Negi officially parted ways. Ever since the news is out, our lives haven`t been the same. The rumours of the band splitting up were floating since quite a while. 

After their last independent album Vaaqif, the band has been away from almost a year. Having performed at various fests and events, The Local Train became an instantly popular and loved band, thus creating a little community of indie music lovers. As I write this article, I`m just not able to fathom this fact. The Local Train was the first ever band I listened to when it comes to modern independent music. And from their very first tune, every song of the band was added to my playlist. 

The band`s management agency Spectal Management took to social media yesterday, announcing Negi`s exit and the band standing stronger together than ever. “TLT prevails stronger than ever! We’re here to stay and do what we’ve always done. We continue to wish Raman the best. We’re eternally grateful for every single one of you. There’s much more to come," stated the band. 

Answering a fan`s question on the quiet period of the band, Negi said, “I quit the band like 4 months ago!”

Speaking about their equation in an interview, the band said, "Having four different opinions in the band is an advantage that we’re now aware of. Of course, in hindsight! So, there are good days and bad but the four of us really work well together and have stuck it out together. The band does live together so that comes with its own share of new experiences!"

The Local Train is best known for their independent songs such as `Choo Lo` and `Aaoge Tum Kabhi` which was also featured in the award winning film, Angry Young Goddessess. 

Although the band was working on their third album, the former lead singer of the band shared some snippets of him recording his independent solos on his Instagram stories.  

Since the announcement was made officially, fans have been heartbroken. While there was a little hope for Negi and the rest three musicians to mend their differences and become the original band again, it is clear that the band will never be the same again. Having said that, Ramit, Paras, and Sahil will take the band ahead and continue giving us soulful music. 

So here`s a little message from a fan - The Local Train, we`ll wait for that `Aftaab` to arrive when `Aaoge Tum Kabhi` because your `Bandey` are not ready to accept your `Aakhri Salaam.`