rra fellows

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Daivik is a singer-songwriter based in California who aims to use his unique brand of pop songwriting to connect with his audience. His style can only be defined as an amalgamation of the genres he grew up listening to, such as pop-RnB, funk, hip-hop, Bollywood and rock & roll.

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Shreya is a Seattle-based artist, originally from sunny Sacramento, California. She has loved being on stage since age 5. Shreya’s style is best described as a mix of pop and rnb, uniquely recognized by her lush vocal layers blended into a romantic, dreamy soundscape.

3RD PLACE

Raghav is currently a student at Washington University, but originally from NY. His ultimate goal is to create music that sheds light on the mental health struggles many first-generation individuals face, inspiring them to embrace their scars and celebrate personal growth.

1ST PLACE

Priya Mani is a Southern California-based singer-songwriter and vocal arranger with a passion for world music. She has performed with Ustad Zakir Hussain, the Berklee Indian Ensemble, Amira Medunjanin, and Disney's Snowtacular Cast. She won the RRA Fellowship in 2022.

2ND PLACE

Janaki is an Indian-American singer-songwriter based in NYC. Her original music can be characterized as primarily R&B, with some Carnatic (traditional South Indian) influence. She released her debut single Tunnelin’ in 2022 with collaborators Woodah Three Times and Zco.

3RD PLACE

Sowbarnika is an independent artist based in the Bay area. Playful yet introspective, her melodic style reflects her love of modern Pop and R&B. She loves to connect with her audience through her raw storytelling style, and hopes to open up a space where listeners can resonate with her music.