Prescription Hugs

Prescription Hugs is the alias of Utsav Thapliyal, a New Delhi–based DJ, artist, and science communicator whose work exists at the intersection of music, consciousness, and research-driven insight. His approach blends electronic sound with a deeper exploration of harm reduction, psychedelic science, and personal transformation.

Rooted in leftfield electronic music, his sets move through hypnotic, bass-driven, and experimental textures, creating immersive sonic environments that go beyond conventional dancefloor experiences. His sound draws from themes of expanded consciousness, influenced by thinkers in psychedelic research and human perception.

More than just a selector, Prescription Hugs approaches music as a tool for introspection and change. His mixes are designed to evoke reflection, encouraging listeners to engage with sound on both a physical and psychological level.

Integrating his background in science communication, he bridges the gap between research and artistic expression — using music as a medium to explore how sound, movement, and collective experience can reshape perception.

Prescription Hugs represents a thoughtful, evolving voice in the underground — where music becomes both a journey and a catalyst for deeper awareness.