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India-West News Desk MUMBAI – Astronaut Sunita Williams, stuck in space, received a musicalbirthday greeting as she turned 59. The Indian music company Saregama orchestrated a special tribute featuring music icons—Sonu Nigam, Shaan, Hariharan, and Neeti Mohan—alongside renowned producer-director Karan Johar. The

LONDON (ANI) - Collaboration of Ed Sheeran with Indian artists is on the rise. After teaming up with Diljit Dosanjh in Mumbai earlier this year for a concert, the 'Perfect' hitmaker recently joined Arijit Singh at a show in London. On

MUMBAI (ANI) - Vidya Balan has paid a heartfelt photographic tribute to the legendary singer M.S. Subbulakshmi on her 108th birth anniversary, celebrated on September 16. Teaming up with costume designer Anu Parthasarathy, Vidya recreated some of Subbulakshmi's iconic looks,

MUMBAI, (ANI) - The legendary musical trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy will captivate the audience at IIFA Rocks 2024, celebrating their 30-year journey in Indian cinema. Comprising Shankar Mahadevan, Ehsaan Noorani, and Loy Mendonsa, the trio’s performance at IIFA Rocks will mark a celebration

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY - Violinist and composer Arun Ramamurthy draws inspiration from his cultural heritage and personal experiences in his latest album, New Moon. Set to release on September 20 through Greenleaf Music, the album by Ramamurthy, Sameer

MUMBAI (ANI) - The teaser trailer of 'Jigra' has been trending since its release, with Vedang Raina captivating audiences not only with his powerful performance but also with his soulful voice. Vedang has sung a modern rendition of 'Phoolon Ka

MUMBAI (ANI) - Singer Anu Malik is making a special appearance in the musical drama 'Khalbali Records'. Directed by Devanshu Singh, the series brings alive its core theme of music through soulful soundtracks produced by the ace composer Amit Trivedi along

India-West Staff Reporter TORRANCE, CA - Debashish Bhattacharya, the virtuoso slide guitarist and one of the most influential figures in Indian classical music today, continues to push the boundaries of the art form. Known for his mastery of both traditional Hindustani

MUMBAI (ANI) - Shreya Ghoshal has postponed her Kolkata concert, part of the “All Hearts Tour,” due to ongoing protests in the city following the alleged murder and sexual assault of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Maya Neelakantan made history on America's Got Talent with her electrifying cover of Metallica's Master of Puppets—the first time the iconic band has allowed their music to be featured on the show. In a

KOLKATA, (ANI) - An epic version of the Indian national anthem conceptualized by Grammy winner Ricky Kej with Kolkata-based cultural activist Sundeep Bhutoria as the associate producer, has set a new landmark by entering the Guinness Book of World records

India-West News Desk MUMBAI - Taaruk Raina's latest single, “Lost and Found,” which features Charan and stars Prajakta Koli, is a marked departure from his previous music, which was inspired by personal experiences. Raina described the creation of this track as a

MUMBAI, (ANI) - In the lush tapestry of Indian cinema and music, few threads shine as brightly as Mukesh Chand Mathur, known popularly only by his first name, Mukesh. Music enthusiasts remembere the man who gave Hindi cinema some of

India-West News Desk MUMBAI - In celebration of Krishna Janmashtami, Swastik Productions unveiled a groundbreaking AI-generated devotional song titled 'Achyutam Keshavam.' Sung by Harshit Saxena, the three-minute and 12-second track combines traditional spiritual themes with cutting-edge AI technology. The song is directed

India-West Staff Reporter MUMBAI - In a divine fusion of music and spirituality, acclaimed singer Kailash Kher has released his latest devotional track, "Hey Kanha Hey Gopala." This soulful tribute to Lord Krishna is now streaming across all major platforms, offering

MUMBAI (ANI) - As Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Ukraine, it's a good time to remember a special filmy moment in the country's recent past. Just a couple of years ago, the iconic song 'Naatu Naatu' from the movie ‘RRR’ was

NEW DELHI, (ANI) - The devotional song ‘Bin Radha Rani Mohan Kaun Hai,’ sung by renowned bhajan singer Anup Jalota, is set to be released on the Sanatan World YouTube channel on August 25. The song's poster quickly went viral

MUMBAI (ANI) – Rapper and singer Yo Yo Honey Singh is set to release his new album, 'Glory,' which he describes as a "musical diary" of his journey over the years. The album blends his signature style with addictive beats

NEW DELHI (ANI) - Music maestro AR Rahman bagged the Best Music Director (background music)award for his work in Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan: I' at the 70th National Film Awards for the year 2022. Helmed by Mani Ratnam, the film stars

MUMBAI (ANI) - From Aamir Khan to Janhvi Kapoor, several members of the Indian film industry on August 14 evening marked presence at the premiere of musical ‘Rajadhiraaj: Love Life Leela’ here. The 120 minute long show has over 100 performers

MUMBAI (ANI) - Music is the best method to evoke feelings and Independence Day celebrations are never complete without catchy music and stirring songs. Here are twelve songs that will stir the patriot in you as we commemorate this important day. Vande

MUMBAI (ANI) - On the eve of India's 78th Independence Day on August 14, three-time Grammy award winner Ricky Kej released his new version of the national anthem for the public. He posted the video featuring legendary Indian musicians, a 100-piece

MUMBAI (ANI) - Sridevi enchanted audiences with her unparalleled talent and luminous presence. Among India's most celebrated actresses, her impact was immortalized through countless memorable performances and songs. Here's five timeless tracks that not only showcase her magnetic presence but also set

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Veteran singer Suresh Wadkar will be narrating stories, experiences from his life, singing career, song recordings, and musical shows in the new radio program ‘Ae Zindagi Gale Laga Le’. Wadakar reminisced about the evergreen song ‘Ae Zindagi Gale

MUMBAI (ANI) - In an unprecedented display of musical and national pride, Ricky Kej, the celebrated Indian music composer and three-time Grammy Award winner, has set a new Guinness World Record with his latest rendition of the Indian national anthem. The

MUMBAI, (IANS) - A recently resurfaced video of the late music composer Naushad shows him talking about music in the modern Hindi cinema. Naushad, who had composed music for 'Mughal-e-Azam', 'Mother India', 'Ram Aur Shyam', and other films, says in a

MUMBAI, (IANS) - With the evolution of audio streaming and social media, the listening habits of music enthusiasts have greatly changed. As listeners' attention spans diminish, composers face new challenges to keep their audience engaged. Music composer Abhijit Vaghani, who has

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - The Hindi film industry, despite its designated roles, has always witnessed different aspirations - some actors wanted to become directors, some directors wanted to be singers, some singers wanted to be actors, lyricists wanted to be

MUMBAI, (ANI) - Bollywood film director Subhash Ghai expressed his joy and said that he felt 'blessed' as the theme music from his 1999 film 'Taal,' composed by music maestro AR Rahman, was used by the US women's artistic swimming

NEW DELHI (ANI) - Mohammed Rafi's unparalleled versatility, from peppy beats to soulful melodies, earned him the title of the greatest and most influential singer of the Indian subcontinent. His ability to mold his voice to match any actor's persona was

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Rapper MC Stan has joined hands with musician King for a new album titled 'What They Say', and he said that the two did not try to make anything "different" but something that is "true" to them

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Singer Armaan Malik is back with another soulful track titled 'Tera Main Intezaar', and he shared how he feels 'fortunate' to collaborate once again with his brother Amaal. This song delves into the depths of longing and the

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Playback singers Sonu Nigam and Anup Jalota celebrated their birthdays on July 30 with fellow singers and composers from the music industry. On July 30, playback singer Shaan shared a video of the two singers cutting cakes and

MUMBAI (ANI) - Singer Shreya Ghoshal recently shared her admiration for Canadian singer Celine Dion's performance at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Taking to her Instagram Stories on July 28, Shreya shared a clip of Celine

MUMBAI, (IANS) - His spell as one of the Hindi films' foremost playback singers is well-known, lending his unforgettable voice to at least three generations of heroes, but Mukesh's impact was also seen in a landmark achievement beyond the film

By REENA RATHORE LOS ANGELES, CA – It’s all in the name: Rythum Shastri. The 23-year-old Indian artist, whose repertoire spans Bollywood, ghazals, Sufi songs, and Indian classical music, embodies a unique ability to transcend genre boundaries, captivating audiences with every

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Playback singer Rekha Bhardwaj, who is known for tracks such as ‘Phir Le Aya Dil’, ‘Namak Ishq Ka’, and ‘Kabira’, among others, has recently released her new song titled ‘Kitna Aasaan’. The veteran singer said the track reflects

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Playback singer Falguni Pathak, who is receiving a lot of positive response to her recent track 'Rangaara', spoke about her experience of singing a rap song for the first time. For 'Rangaara', she has collaborated with music composer

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - Among the pioneers of Hindi film music and playback singing, Anil Biswas is now largely forgotten since his last film came out six decades ago. However, his legacy includes giving breaks to and grooming several future

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - Singer Khatija Rahman, daughter of composer A.R. Rahman, has admitted that the online controversy arising after she decided to wear the Hijab did affect her mental state at that time and handling loads of unsolicited advice

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Singer Jigar Saraiya, who has launched his new track ‘Diamond Ni’, shared that he is committed to making Gujarati music global, and this fusion allowed us to experiment and create something truly unique. Blending the rich textures of

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Playback singer Jubin Nautiyal released his latest song, 'Zor Ki Barsaat Hui', on July 15. The track is a monsoon anthem and has been composed by Rochak Kohli with lyrics by Gurpreet Saini. ‘Zor Ki Barsaat Hui’ is the

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Legendary singer Hariharan, who recently released his new song ‘Aisa Lag Raha Hain’, said that the track portrays the magic of finding true love. The track describes how life feels more special when someone looks at you with

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Kumar Sanu, renowned for his enchanting voice and distinctive style imbued with smoothness and emotional depth, passionately advocates for reviving the flavor of 90s music. Kumar Sanu said that those years encapsulated a magical essence that deserves to

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Rapper Naezy, a contestant on 'Bigg Boss OTT 3', made the surprising revelation that he has never dated anyone. On the show, Naezy, whose real name is Naved Shaikh, shared with fellow contestant Sana Makbul that he

MUMBAI, (ANI) - Kailash Kher, a celebrated singer who has impacted the music industry with his unique Sufi-inspired style. Here are five of his most iconic songs that have redefined Sufi music for modern listeners. Teri Deewani ‘Teri Deewani’ is one of

NEW DELHI - The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi is launching first-of-its-kind MS and PhD programs in music and musiopathy. The programs are research-based, aimed at producing highly skilled professionals and researchers who can contribute meaningfully to the development and

India-West News Desk MUMBAI – In the never ending celebrations that have been the hallmark of the latest Ambani wedding – Anant and Radhika this time - Canadian pop star Justin Bieber was reportedly paid at least $10 million for the

MUMBAI (ANI) - Singer Sunidhi Chauhan's latest release, 'Leta Jaijo Re', takes listeners on a musical journey through Rajasthan. Collaborating with Shashwat Sachdev, the Manganiyar community, and the Kawa Brass Band, the song spans the dunes of Rajasthan. This 26-artist

MUMBAI (ANI) - Singer-songwriter Prateek Kuhad has come up with his latest English track, 'I'm Someone New'. Taking to Instagram, Prateek treated fans with the song video and captioned it, "Straight from the I'm Someone New OUT NOW!" Prateek recently embarked on