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MUMBAI-Composer-singer Salim Merchant celebrated 30 years of friendship with fellow musicians Sonu Nigam and Shaan, sharing a nostalgic post on social media to mark the milestone. Salim shared a picture in a joint social media post with his brother and musical

MUMBAI-Playback singer Adnan Sami, who has released his latest single 'Ishq Tamasha', says emotions such as love, longing, heartbreak, joy, sadness and anger each have their own language, with the song exploring feelings that often go beyond words. The music video

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Sonu Nigam will bring his celebrated voice to one of Hollywood’s most iconic stages on August 30, when Sankara Eye Foundation, USA presents ‘Sonu Nigam Revolution’ at the Dolby Theatre. The evening promises an expansive

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Multidisciplinary artist Malvika Sheth released 'Ear Candy' on August 5, the lead single from her forthcoming debut album. Sheth, who was born and raised in Los Angeles, said the album has been conceived as a connected narrative rather than a collection

MUMBAI-Playback singer Sonu Nigam has revealed that although he was a romantic person who wanted to enjoy college life, he chose to focus on his career after following his father's advice to work hard early in life. Nigam made the remarks

India-West News Desk SEATTLE, WA - A sold-out audience at Seattle's Royal Room arrived expecting an evening of timeless Hindi melodies. Instead, they were immersed in the life of one of Indian cinema's most beloved legends through a blend of live

MUMBAI-Actors Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee and Varun Sharma have teamed up for the friendship anthem 'Kahaan' ahead of International Friendship Day. Bringing together three close friends from the film industry, the song celebrates friendship, nostalgia and brotherhood. For Aparshakti, the song

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – India had approximately 14 million paid music streaming subscriptions in 2025, and that number could double to 28–30 million by 2028, driven by product innovation, partnerships and changing consumer preferences, according to a report by

MUMBAI – Legendary singer Usha Uthup says a song is always greater than the singer and credits musicians and technicians for making every performance possible. Appearing in the finale of the singing reality show 'Indian Idol,' Uthup performed some of her

MUMBAI -Singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan says the enduring appeal of the soundtrack of 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' lies in its sincerity and emotional depth, rather than any attempt to create travel anthems or songs that would become timeless classics. Mahadevan, a member

MUMBAI – Jyotirmayee Nayak, ‘Indian Idol 16’ winner, a playback singer in the Odia music industry and a trained music therapist who works with cancer patients and expecting mothers, said the singing reality show transformed her as an artist, helping

MUMBAI-Music composer and producer Abhijit Vaghani, known for his work on several Bollywood songs over a 27-year career, has backed the Indian music industry's practice of paying artists upfront rather than providing long-term royalty income, saying the system suits the

MUMBAI-Rapper Raftaar, known for songs such as 'Morni', 'Dhakad', 'Ghana Kasoota' and 'Bandook Meri Laila', has said hip-hop has always been the voice of people from the streets. Raftaar has created the reality series 'Legacy' in association with rapper KR$NA and

MUMBAI-Music composer Amaal Mallik has said he fought the Hindi film music industry system alone more than a decade ago without receiving support, amid the ongoing controversy over alleged non-payment of dues to music composer Tanishk Bagchi. He shared a picture

MUMBAI-Yash Raj Films (YRF) has responded to music composer Tanishk Bagchi's allegation that he was not paid the royalty due for the title track of the blockbuster film 'Saiyaara', saying the song was a collaborative effort and that royalties have

CHENNAI-Music director G V Prakash Kumar, who won his third National Film Award for Best Background Score for director Rajkumar Periasamy's 'Amaran', has dedicated the prestigious honor to his fans, saying the award belongs to them as much as it

India-West News Desk BELLFLOWER, CA - Spring Nectar Foundation, led by Rose Muralikrishnan, will present two back-to-back live musical concerts at the Bristol Civic Auditorium in Bellflower on Saturday, August 8, with net proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. The charity fundraiser

MUMBAI- Singer Sunidhi Chauhan revealed why she walked away from reality shows during a candid conversation with veteran actor and host Shekhar Suman on the chat show 'Shekhar Tonite'. During the episode, Suman pointed out that Sunidhi was no longer seen judging

MUMBAI - Singer Guru Randhawa on his latest track “Six,” said the attempt was to bring together hip-hop culture with authentic Punjabi influences. He said while he has always been drawn to hip-hop, he wanted to create a sound that reflects

India-West News Desk MUMBAI - More than three decades after it helped shape the Indian fusion music movement, 'Colonial Cousins' has found a new role as a symbol of India's cultural outreach. During his official visit to Australia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM-Legendary playback singer S. Janaki, whose timeless melodies gave voice to love, longing, devotion and nostalgia for generations of listeners, passed away at a private hospital in Mysore on July 11. She was 88. Her granddaughter announced the veteran singer's demise

MUMBAI-Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman has welcomed National Award-winning singer Sonu Nigam to his studio to record a track for the upcoming film 'Batwara 1947' and praised the singer's voice in a social media post. Rahman shared his excitement after Sonu recorded

MUMBAI-Veteran playback singer Kumar Sanu has paid tribute to late music mogul and T-Series founder Gulshan Kumar, remembering him as a mentor, brother and guiding light whose legacy "lives on in every melody." Sanu shared a throwback picture of himself with

MUMBAI-Singer and former Member of Parliament Hans Raj Hans is returning to music after a gap of more than a decade, saying he stepped away from the entertainment industry to pursue politics before being encouraged by friends to sing again. "I

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC- Composer and philanthropist A.R. Rahman has been honored with the Golden Plate Award by the American Academy of Achievement. The accolade was presented by renowned filmmaker Peter Jackson during the 56th International Achievement Summit at the

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - The U.S. Men’s National Team is off to a historic start at the 2026 World Cup, winning its first two group matches since 1930. But they’ve also claimed an unexpected hit: John Denver’s "Take Me Home,

MUMBAI -Veteran actress Leena Chandavarkar, also known for being legendary singer Kishore Kumar's wife, shared an unknown fact about the stalwart singer and his love for ‘paan’ but being against tobacco, ‘chuna’ and all other ingredients of the ideal post

India-West News Desk SAN JOSE, CA –The San Jose Civic Center on June 26 was transformed into a powerhouse of energy and community spirit as thousands of music lovers gathered for a sold-out, unforgettable evening with sensational music composer, singer, performer,

MUMBAI- Veteran playback singer Sudesh Bhosale fondly remembered legendary music composer Rahul Dev Burman, recalling that the iconic composer gave him his first playback singing break in the Hindi film industry. Sharing a series of rare throwback photographs on social media,

MUMBAI-Music composer Amaal Mallik has revealed that he is dealing with health issues caused by overexertion and sleepless nights as he works to complete his upcoming song. Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Amaal shared a health update, saying he has been

MUMBAI- Singer Arijit Singh has joined forces with singer-songwriter Aryaan Arora for 'Meant To Be (Sajni)', released by T-Series. The official music video for 'Meant To Be (Sajni)' was filmed in New York City and features Aryaan Arora alongside Tavi Gandhi. Recalling his

MUMBAI-Padma Shri awardee singer-composer Adnan Sami has released the deluxe version of his recent hit single 'Lipstick', offering listeners a softer and more soulful interpretation of the track. Released by Zee Music Company, the new version reimagines the original song, which

MUMBAI — Legendary playback singer Alka Yagnik expressed gratitude after receiving the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Sharing a photograph from the ceremony on social media, Alka described the recognition as

MUMBAI- Blending traditional qawwali elements with contemporary sounds, Stebin Ben's new track 'Saadgi' explores themes of love, devotion and heartfelt longing. Along with lending his voice to the song, Stebin Ben also features in the music video directed by Arjun Mukherjee

MUMBAI — Singers Yasser Desai and Neeti Mohan have teamed up for the recreated version of 'Teri Umeed… Aaj Bhi', a song that blends nostalgia with a contemporary sound for a new generation of listeners. Released on June 21, 'Teri Umeed…

MUMBAI-Oscar-winning Indian composer A.R. Rahman has released the soundtrack for critically acclaimed Arabic psychological fantasy-thriller ‘Baab’, marking his first-ever collaboration on an Arabic-language film. Directed by Emirati filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja, the soundtrack was released on June 19 across major streaming

MUMBAI-Singer and 'Indian Idol' Season 1 winner Abhijeet Sawant says lending his voice to film heroes is one of the most exciting aspects of playback singing as he prepares for the release of a song from the upcoming Marathi film

MUMBAI- Singer Sukhwinder Singh has revealed why he continues to practice the opening alaap of the hit song 'Dard-E-Disco' from the 2007 Shah Rukh Khan-starrer 'Om Shanti Om' before performing it on stage. On 'Indian Idol', Sukhwinder recalled that 'Dard-E-Disco' was the

MUMBAI – Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has described the music album of his film 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' as a celebration of Punjab’s rich musical heritage, highlighting how the soundtrack draws from the region’s folk traditions and Western musical influences of the

MUMBAI-Singer Mohit Chauhan has opened up about his latest song 'Kaun Hai Woh', saying its sense of mystery and vulnerability drew him to the track. Sharing his thoughts on the song, Chauhan said he felt a strong connection to its mood

MUMBAI - One of the most iconic heartbreak songs in Hindi cinema, ‘Tadap Tadap Ke’ from filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’, was originally not composed for the blockbuster film, music composer Ismail Darbar revealed. Darbar said the

India-West News Desk MUMBAI- Alka Yagnik has returned to recording with 'Apna Chehra Dikha', her first new song in nearly a decade. Presented by T-Series, the romantic ballad sees Yagnik collaborate with singer-songwriter The Rish (Rishabh Kant). The song explores themes of

MUMBAI – Legendary Los Angeles rock band Guns N' Roses will return to India in November 2026, with first-ever performances in Bengaluru and Guwahati. The band is scheduled to perform in Bengaluru on November 14, 2026, and in Guwahati on November

MUMBAI – Bollywood singer Jasmine Sandlas, known for hits such as “Shararat,” “Illegal Weapon,” and “Main Aur Tu,” has embraced self-love, saying she had to become her own “dream girl” before she could become one for her fans. Sandlas shared a

Picture Credit - Instagram India-West News Desk NEW DELHI- Sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan, along with his sons Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, have achieved a major milestone in their musical journey, officially taking possession of their personalized, engraved Grammy

MUMBAI - Music composers Sachin Sanghvi and Jigar Saraiya of the popular duo Sachin–Jigar believe Indian music has the potential to reach global audiences while retaining its distinct identity. Promoting their latest film album, 'Chand Mera Dil', the duo reflected on

Mumbai- Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali and Academy Award-winning composer A.R. Rahman paid tribute to India's armed forces personnel during a special musical event at the Attari Border on June 7. The event, titled 'Jai Ho – A Musical Salute to the Bravehearts', was

MUMBAI — Acclaimed playback singer Sonu Nigam on June 5 revisited one of the earliest chapters of his musical journey, sharing memories from the recording of 'Mohabbat Ki Qeemat Ada Hum Karenge' from the 1993 film 'Bewafa Sanam'. Taking to Instagram,

MUMBAI- Two decades after defining India's early pop music scene, the music catalogue of VIVA, the country's first pop girl band, is now available on major audio streaming platforms through a collaboration with KaanPhod and JioStar. VIVA was originally formed as