up . Some artists are YouTube or Instagram sensations , while some are doing music only for the ad industry or singing jingles . Some are singing for films , TV , and web series while there are others who are doing background scores and vocal arrangements . And , then there some who are purely live performers , while some are doing all of it ! I think it ’ s a great time to be a professional musician as the opportunities are huge and I don ’ t think anyone is stepping on anyone ’ s toes right now . There ’ s enough time and space to carve your own niche and build on that legacy .
Living in an age of digital world , how do you leverage digital platforms to keep in touch with your audiences ?
I think social media and other digital platforms have made it incredibly easy to distribute content to diverse audiences . It ’ s a fantastic enabler that offers a level playing field . Artists from across the world or even remote corners of the country can showcase their talent and work to discerning audiences anywhere on the planet . These platforms also offer us the chance to engage with our fans , receive feedback , and understand their expectations better . Whether it ’ s Facebook , Instagram , or YouTube … the digital world is a boon for any artist right now … regardless of whether they ’ re just starting out or is an established giant in this field . That ’ s also what I ’ ve been working on for the last year and a half … creating and putting out my own content to build and engage an audience . It ’ s all a part of a modern-day artist ’ s growth story .
How do you make sure you sound original by escaping the magnanimous influence of your father ?
The greatest advice that my father has given me is to have my own personality and authenticity . It ’ s so important to be original without trying to copy anyone else . I have a long way to go before I become the singer that my father is . But I do believe that I have my own unique style of delivery and tone of voice . That ’ s something that every artist should nurture to carve a niche driven by a personal identity . Seeking inspiration is great , but blind imitation will not get one very far . My father is one of the best in his industry . I learn and seek guidance from him , but I ’ m also on my own journey of being the best version of myself everyday .
What sort of genres do you usually listen to ?
This is actually crazy because I listen to almost all genres of music actually and have never really restricted myself in that regard . From Hip-Hop and RnB to Country Music , Blues , and Jazz . From Thumris and Ghazals to Abhangs and Devotional music … there ’ s something to admire about and learn from every genre . And , every genre represents a mood . The sheer diversity and continuous evolution make the world of music so beautiful . By listening to multiple genres ,
I feed my musical curiosity and further my education … all backed by my genuine and undying love for music at large . In fact , off late , I ’ ve been listening to a lot of Spanish and Afro-Cuban music … a great learning and cultural experience in itself .
Who is your biggest influence in singing and why ?
As a singer there are so many of them for me to choose from . One picks up little little things that one admires about so many people . But I think my greatest influence , growing up , was Michael Jackson . Currently , I would say Bruno Mars is my absolute favourite artist and I was lucky enough to watch him perform live in Dublin . The man is an all-round package of being a producer , guitarist , dancer singer , drummer , and songwriter … all rolled into one . There are only a handful of artists globally who can do what he does and there ’ s so much to admire and learn from someone like him … someone who ’ s presently at the pinnacle of his art , craft , and performance .
How was your experience when you recorded your first ever playback song ?
Honestly , I did not know that it would even see the light of day and has a crazy genesis story . I was in college back then and happened to go to the studio where the composers of the film “ Bhaag Milkha Bhaag ” - Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy were working on the music . I knew it was going to be a massive film and I ’ d just heard one song
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