From Tech Hustle to Grammy Glory: Souvik Dutta on Shakti, John McLaughlin, and Abstract Logix

Discover how a tech professional turned a bedroom music blog into a Grammy-winning independent record label. In this premiere episode of the Tones of Vinyl podcast, we sit down with Souvik Dutta, founder of Abstract Logix.Souvik is one of those rare humans who truly lives and breathes music every single second of the day. We dive deep into his incredible journey from Calcutta to building one of the most respected indie labels on the planet.Inside this episode, we discuss:The Tech-to-Music Hustle: The relentless transition from a standard tech career to launching a record label.Working with Living Legends: What it’s really like to collaborate side-by-side with master musicians like John McLaughlin, Jimmy Herring, Zakir Hussain, and Colonel Bruce Hampton.The Return of Shakti: The inside story of reviving the iconic 1970s cross-cultural supergroup and taking home a Grammy Award for their massive comeback album, This Moment.Whether you're an avid vinyl collector, a high-fidelity audiophile, or just obsessed with the magic of deep musical history, this conversation is for you.Let's dive in.