Carnatic singer T M Krishna has been redefining his art by breaking traditional norms and exploring contemporary themes. He began questioning his prac ...

Bhakti poet Andal, Marathi mystic Dhyaneshwar and Tamil poet Subramania Bharati have all used birds as rich metaphorical ...

Musicians should have the right to own their soulful additions to a song and also to commercially exploit their performance ...

Carnatic musicians in the southern Indian city of Chennai have often been accused of being elitist and upper caste. Their music is traditionally set to songs composed by Hindu devotional poets of ...

“We may have heard of those who came after 1965, the doctors and the engineers,” said a voiceover from Carnatic vocalist Roopa Mahadevan, as archival footage of American streets from the first ...

Controversy and division erupted when carnatic vocalist TM Krishna was nominated as the 2024 recipient for highest accolade in Carnatic music, the MS Subbulakshmi Sangitha Kalanidhi Award. Objections ...

The emotive depth of Carnatic ragas provided a unique texture that elevated Bollywood songs, making them rich in melody and emotion. Another key influence is the rhythmic complexity of Carnatic music.

In a chat with us, Mahathi gives us a peek into her life, what she plans to do this Margazhi season, about her goals, and more. ‘I’m like a touch-me-not plant on concert day’ I am like a ...

A Carnatic Odyssey, promises a mesmerizing exploration of Carnatic music, showcasing their distinct artistry, honed through ...