Grammy Awards 2024: Indian Maestro Shankar Mahadevan, Zakir Hussain Win Big

The 66th edition of the Grammy Awards, held on February 4, witnessed Indian musicians Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain’s fusion band Shakti receiving the prestigious accolade for Best Global Music Album for their latest creation, ‘This Moment.’

The official Recording Academy handle shared a photo capturing Mahadevan and band member Ganesh Rajagopalan accepting the esteemed award.

During his acceptance speech, the renowned ‘Breathless’ singer expressed gratitude, saying, “Thank you boys. Thank you God, family, friends, and India. India, we are proud of you. Last but not least, I would like to dedicate this award to my wife, to whom every note of my music is dedicated.”

Shakti’s album, ‘This Moment,’ released on June 30, 2023, features eight tracks crafted by Zakir Hussain (tabla), John McLaughlin (guitar synth), Shankar Mahadevan (vocalist), Ganesh Rajagopalan (violinist), and V Selvaganesh (percussionist).

Competing against artists such as Bokante, Davido, Susana Baca, and Burna Boy, Shakti secured their Grammy nomination.

Additionally, Hussain clinched the Grammy for Best Global Music Performance for his contribution to ‘Pashto’ alongside Bela Fleck and Edgar Meyer, featuring Rakesh Chaurasia on the flute.

Remarkably, while Chaurasia bagged two Grammys in one night, Hussain achieved a remarkable feat, securing three Grammy Awards.

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