5 female south asian artists to add to your playlist
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If you like Selena Gomez, check out Vidya Vox
Photo cred: Vidya Vox (Youtube)
Vidya Vox brings together influences of her Tamilian-American heritage to create original music, mashups, and covers that are refreshingly contemporary. Vox seamlessly fuses together Indian music with elements of electronic and hip-hop for an undeniably catchy sound.
Most recent song: Moonlight
Our favorite song: Nachle
IG: @vidyavox
If you like Kali Uchis, check out Raveena
Photo cred: Milk Makeup (Twitter)
Raveena is a Punjabi-American indie soul artist whose honeyed tunes and ethereal visuals often pay homage to her cultural roots and queer identity. Raveena threads together stories of healing and self-actualization with cool delivery and soft sounds to create a soothing experience.
Most recent song: Asha’s Awakening (Album)
Our favorite song: Secret (ft. Vince Staples)
IG: @raveena_aurora
If you like Lauryn Hill, check out Priya Ragu
Photo cred: Matilda Hill-Jenkins
Priya Ragu is a Tamilian Swiss artist based in the U.K. who effortlessly blends silky R&B and vibrant electro beats to create a unique sonic experience. Ragu’s distinctive approach to the mixture of the genres, Ragu-wavy, as she calls it, reflects her confident persona and proud Tamilian heritage.
Most recent song: Illuminous
Our favorite song: Lockdown
If you like SZA, check out Shreea Kaul
Photo cred: Houston Chronicle
Shreea Kaul is a Kashmiri-American artist working to musically bridge the gap between her South Asian roots and Western upbringing through fusion music that empowers women to live defiantly. Kaul smoothly blends her love for R&B and passion for Bollywood musicality for a one-of-a-kind sound.
Most recent song: Ol’ Dude
Our favorite song: Ladke
IG: @shreybaebee
If you like Tori Kelly, check out Rianjali
Photo cred: Rianjali (website)
Rianjali is a Bengali-American singer, songwriter, and composer who transcends audiences with her powerful storytelling in her original and film music production. Rianjali’s heartfelt lyrics and Hindustani/R&B fusion create unforgettable melodies.
Most recent song: Running
Our favorite song: Another Day
IG: @rianjalimusic
