Indian Artists Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain have achieved a remarkable feat at the Grammy Awards, solidifying their global recognition. Their fusion band ‘Shakti’ won the prestigious Grammy Award for ‘Best Global Music Album’ for their latest masterpiece ‘This Moment’. This extraordinary achievement has placed them at the forefront of the music industry, and their acceptance speeches were filled with gratitude towards their bandmates, loved ones, and their beloved country, India. The album ‘This Moment’, released on June 30, 2023, features eight sensational songs that showcase their immense talent and creativity. In addition, Zakir Hussain was honored with the Grammy for ‘Best Global Music Performance’ for his contribution to ‘Pashto’, a captivating piece from the album ‘As We Speak’. The Grammy Awards 2024 also celebrated the achievements of other acclaimed artists across various genres, making it a night to remember for the music industry as a whole.
In a delightful moment for Indian music, Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain’s fusion band ‘Shakti’ won the prestigious Grammy Award for ‘Best Global Music Album’ for their latest release ‘This Moment’. The Grammy Awards 2024 took place in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, where the music industry’s biggest stars gathered to celebrate their achievements.
During his acceptance speech, Mahadevan expressed his gratitude to his bandmates, God, family, friends, and India for their support. He also dedicated the award to his wife, showcasing the love and appreciation he has for her.
‘This Moment’ is a captivating album consisting of eight songs and was released on June 30, 2023. The album showcases the incredible talent and synergy of the members of ‘Shakti’.
The ‘Best Global Music Album’ category had some tough competition, with notable artists like Susana Baca, Bokante, Burna Boy, and Davido also being nominated. It’s a testament to the exceptional work that ‘Shakti’ has done to take home this prestigious award.
But that’s not all for Zakir Hussain, as he also won another Grammy for ‘Best Global Music Performance’ for his contribution to the album ‘Pashto’. The performance featured the talented flute player Rakesh Chaurasia, who also took home two awards.
‘Pashto’ is part of the album ‘As We Speak’, which not only won the ‘Best Global Music Performance’ award but also received the honor of ‘Best Contemporary Instrumental Album’. It’s a double triumph for the incredible collaboration between Hussain, Chaurasia, and their fellow musicians.
The ‘Best Global Music Performance’ category had other noteworthy nominees, such as Falu’s “Abundance In Millets” and Arooj Aftab and Vijay Iyer’s “Shadow Forces”. The competition was fierce, but the exceptional talent of Zakir Hussain and Rakesh Chaurasia stood out.
‘Shakti’, the fusion supergroup composed of Shankar Mahadevan, Zakir Hussain, L Shankar, Vikku Vinayakram, and John McLaughlin, truly deserved the recognition for their outstanding work on ‘This Moment’. Their blend of musical styles and virtuoso performances made them the clear winners in the ‘Best Global Music Album’ category.
The Grammy Awards 2024 also honored many other talented artists in various genres. Taylor Swift’s album ‘Midnights’ won the highly coveted ‘Album of the Year’ award, while Miley Cyrus’ beautiful song ‘Flowers’ triumphed as ‘Record of the Year’.
The Grammys celebrated artists from diverse genres, including rap, country, rock, R&B, jazz, reggae, and Latin music. It’s a testament to the global impact and importance of music in our lives.
Among the other winners at the Grammy Awards were Boygenius, Joni Mitchell, and Fred again.. They received recognition in diverse categories such as ‘Best Alternative Music Album’, ‘Best Folk Album’, and ‘Best Dance/Electronic Music Album’, respectively.
Classical music also had its moment to shine at the Grammy Awards, with accomplished artists like John Williams, Gustavo Dudamel, and Julia Bullock being honored for their exceptional contributions.
The Grammy Awards 2024 showcased the talent and creativity of musicians from around the world. It was a night filled with joy, celebration, and well-deserved recognition for their hard work and dedication to their craft.