Thermal And A Quarter is India's leading rock band, critically acclaimed and prolific as it is. Based in Bangalore, India, TAAQ (as it is known to fans) has 4 studio albums in 13 years and unreleased material for at least three albums more, which are due out in the next few years. Reputed for its liberal political views and its strong stands on adult franchise (the Shut Up and Vote Tour, 2009), AIDS (Keep the Promise for The Thomson Foundation) and charity (Flood relief, Earthquake relief, Suicide Prevention Helplines, etc.), TAAQ is one of the most politically aware, socially conscious bands in Asia.