By Kojo
Probably the most revered voices in Indo-Trinidadian music, Rakesh Yankaran, identified to followers as The Raja, will headline the extremely anticipated Love & Chutney Bollywood Extravaganza on Saturday, Could 31, at Mystic Lounge in Brampton.
This celebration of chutney and Bollywood rhythms may even function a formidable lineup of celebrated performers, together with Dubraj Persad, Satnarine Ragoo, Omesh Singh, Arianna Thackurdeen, and Amit Sagram, all backed by the high-energy Wave Band.
A residing legend in chutney music, Yankaran’s profession spans over 4 a long time. Born on December 3, 1959, in Brickfield, Carapichaima, Trinidad and Tobago, he hails from a deeply musical Indo-Trinidadian household of Telugu and Bhojpuri Indian descent. His late father, Isaac Yankaran, was a grasp of Indian classical music, and his brothers, Anand, Suresh, and Sharm, are additionally well-known names within the style.
Rakesh started taking part in music at a younger age, instructing himself conventional Indian devices just like the tabla, dholak, harmonium, dhantal, and tassa drum. His breakout hit got here in 1991 with “Dadiyya Moday Lay Lay,” which catapulted him to nationwide stardom. He adopted up with crowd favourites equivalent to “Mousie,” “Duiahin Chale Sasural,” and “Naroro Ray,” mixing traditional East Indian rhythms with the vigorous vitality of chutney soca.
The Could thirty first live performance is greater than only a efficiency, it’s a celebration of cultural heritage, musical legacy, and the enduring recognition of chutney music throughout generations. With a forged of prime performers and a venue identified for its electrical environment, this occasion guarantees an unforgettable night time for followers of the style.
Tickets can be found by telephone at 416-606-7656 or on-line at theticketport.com.
