Global Music Collaborations & Album Projects
My music is a bridge between languages and borders. This collection gathers my international collaborations, experimental albums, and the work I have crafted with artists who share my passion for blending ancient poetry with modern soundscapes.
A moment captured with my long-time collaborator Andi Otto. Our partnership is built on musical exploration, fusing my Kannada vocals with his unique electronic cello work.
A glimpse from our live performance of 'Prayer To The Cloud' at Nachtasyl in Hamburg. Performing our compositions for a live audience is always an electrifying experience.
The cover art for the album 'Azaadi' by the legendary Susmit Sen. I had the honour of lending my voice to the first song, 'Saiba Tandela', a truly wonderful experience working with such masters.
Our song 'SiMchezo' was selected as a winner for Beyond Music 2024. I am so grateful that this collaboration will be part of an album produced by the incredible Angelique Kidjo and enter the Grammy category for Best Song for Social Change.
With Andi Otto, getting ready for the Alien Disko Festival in Munich, Germany. This was our first show with the new album outside of India, a special moment for us.
The official poster for our European tour, presenting live versions of our album 'Songs for Broken Ships'. We played in Germany, Switzerland, and Italy, sharing our blend of Kannada poetry and electronic music.
A live performance clip from the Alien Disko Festival. Here you can see Andi Otto on his Fello, a sensor-extended cello, as we perform 'Prayer ToThe Cloud'.
An announcement for our concert at Bangalore Creative Circus. It is always a pleasure to bring our international collaboration back home to a Bengaluru audience.
The beautiful vinyl record for our new single, a precursor to our full LP 'Songs for Broken Ships'. This release features two songs from our collaboration.
The cover art for our single 'Flute Boy'. This song is part of a larger collection of work that Andi Otto and I have been developing over several years.
About Global Harmonies: Albums & Collaborations
I believe the most honest music emerges from genuine human connection. When I work on a collaboration, whether it is with German cellist Andi Otto or guitarist Susmit Sen, we spend weeks aligning our creative voices before we touch a single instrument. I do not just record vocals; I help build the sonic narrative, integrating Kannada poetry with electronic textures to ensure the final track resonates with a global audience.
My approach to music production is rooted in what I call 'trans-traditional' storytelling. I take the rhythmic roots of Kannada poetry—sometimes centuries old—and weave them into contemporary electronic, classical, or experimental arrangements. You will see traces of this in albums like 'Songs for Broken Ships', where Andi Otto's sensor-extended cello meets the lyrical depth of K.S. Narasimhaswamy.
These projects are not just about sound; they are about dialogue between cultures. Whether it is composing for an international record or working on social impact anthems, I prioritize studio time that feels like a conversation. We will typically start with 2-3 consultation sittings to map out your brand or cause ethos. From there, we move into lyric adaptation, melody structure, and professional arrangement. My goal is always the same: to ensure we are not just making a song, but telling a story that travels well. If you have a story, a cause, or a melody waiting to be found, let us find it together.
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