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Shakti is a fusion band formed by English guitarist John McLaughlin, Indian violin player L. Shankar, percussionists Zakir Hussain (on tabla) and T. H. "Vikku" Vinayakram (on Ghatam) [1] in 1973, [2] initially under the stage name "Turiyananda Sangit" [3] (which translates in English to "The pinnacle delight in music" [4]).
Almost a half-century ago, Shakti startled the musical world…and in 2023, their journey continues. An unprecedented transcontinental collaboration, Shakti united Eastern and Western musicians, and in the process forged the template for what is now called World Music.
Indian fusion band Shakti has ...Read more. Nomination follows rapturously received 50th Anniversary World Tour featuring original group co-founders John McLaughlin and Zakir Hussain Shakti, the recently ...Read more.
Feb 5, 2024 · Indian musicians Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain's fusion band Shakti made India proud at the 66th Grammys in LA. The band clinched the Global Music Album award at the prestigious ceremony.
Shakti, the recently reconvened global fusion trailblazers, have been nominated for 2024 GRAMMY™ Award for Best Global Music Album for This Moment – the group’s first new studio album in more...
Oct 30, 2023 · Initially formed in 1973 by jazz guitarist John McLaughlin with virtuoso traditional Indian musicians, the band opened the doors for others to expand their musical appreciation beyond Western...
New album after 50 years by the legendary group Shakti. John McLaughlin joins Zakir Hussain for This Moment.
Feb 5, 2024 · Grammys 2024: This Moment' Shakti featuring John McLaughlin (guitar, guitar synth) and Zakir Hussain (tabla), vocalist Shankar Mahadevan, percussionist V. Selvaganesh and violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan became Global Music Album Winner. Here's all you need to know about the band Shakti.
Shakti made way for Remember Shakti while reverting back to the original name now, McLaughlin and Zakir being the only original band members who still remain. The current lineup includes vocalist Shankar Mahadevan, violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan and kanjira player V. Selvaganesh.
Feb 10, 2024 · Shakti, the transcontinental Indo-jazz band, celebrates their 50th anniversary with a Grammy-winning album and a unique fusion sound.