Harshdeep Kaur on Early Success, Sufi Music & Independent Music Scene | The Music Podcast

We're thrilled to host Harshdeep Kaur, one of the most celebrated voices in the Indian music industry, on this exclusive episode of The Music Podcast! Known for her soulful renditions in Bollywood and her powerful connection to Sufi music, Harshdeep's voice resonates deeply with music lovers across the globe. With hits like "Dilbaro," "Ik Omkar," and "Heer," she has established herself as a versatile artist who effortlessly blends traditional and contemporary sounds. Her Socials - Twitter - https://x.com/harshdeepkaur/  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HarshdeepKaurSinger/  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/harshdeepkaurmusic/  YouTube - www.youtube.com/@HarshdeepKaurMusic Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3xU8YsNNkmWSPewlB18NUz  __ Listen to this episode with Harshdeep Kaur on all leading audio streaming channels! _ EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this candid conversation, Harshdeep opens up about her journey, the highs and lows of early success, and the importance of staying true to her roots. From being a proud mother to recording with AR Rahman, Harshdeep shares insights into her personal and professional life, her experiences with iconic music legends, and her vision for the future of Indian music. She delves into the evolving landscape of live performances, the revival of Urdu language in modern music, and the challenges of the independent music scene. Harshdeep also reflects on her connection to Sufi music, her thoughts on being a "female artist" in the industry, and her approach to vocal riyaaz. Whether it’s her Sufi look, her distinctive sound, or her grounded nature, Harshdeep shares her unfiltered perspective on the pressures and rewards of being an artist in the limelight. From the mystical journey of Ik Omkar to her proudest moments working on songs like Dilbaro and the Virat-Anushka wedding song Peer Vi Tu, this episode takes you behind the scenes into the heart of Harshdeep Kaur's creative process. Join us for a soulful, in-depth conversation on how Harshdeep Kaur continues to redefine the future of music in India! Show some love! Hit the Like, Share, and Subscribe buttons for The Music Podcast! Your thoughts matter, drop them in the comments. Share your Wishlist for upcoming guests or the questions you'd like your favourite guests to answer. Connect with us at [email protected]. Your feedback makes our podcast journey even more exciting! Join The Music podcast Community now.  _  EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Precap  01:26 - Disclaimer and Intro 03:08 - Intro 03:30 - Real Harshdeep Kaur  05:20 - Pros & Cons of Early Success 09:06 - About her child - Hunar & children in music 10:33 - Parental Support in pursuing music 12:12 - Her Voice Range and its Uniqueness  14:50 - Her Incredible Journey in Industry 17:08 - Family as Artist's Management  19:22 - Her Sufi Connection 21:11 - Live and Devotional Shows  25:41 - 'Ik Onkar' Story + Meeting A R Rahman  34:00 - 'Dilbaro' Song Story 37:15 - POV on Independent Music  41:34 - Her take on joining Labels 47:15 - #AskTheGuest 01:06:40 - Mankeet Singh joins the chat! 01:10:17 - His role as her Manager! 01:16:56 - Memorable Live Concert! 01:19:27 - Milestone Moments in Life  01:22:07 - The Revenue Breakdown  01:23:40 - Change in the Industry 01:28:04 - Her Playlist 01:30:02 - Dream Collaborations! 01:30:44 - Fan Interactions  01:32:00 - TM's Favorite Podcast! 01:34:04 - Tips for Managers 01:37:41 - 'Katya Karun' Story 01:42:57 - Thank You! 01:44:15 - Outro _ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The Music Podcast YT Channel – https://www.youtube.com/@_TheMusicPodcast_ _ Host - Tarsame Mittal Guest – Harshdeep Kaur & Mankeet Singh  Audio Credits: Dialogue Editor, Mix and Master by Nikhil Bhagwat Producer - Vinita Sabberwal Business Head - Dimple Mehta THE CREW – CONTENT TEAM - Abhineet Mandal, Janice Fernandes Head of Production – Sahil Choubey Post Production - Srinivas Rao, Ashutosh Surendra Kharunkar, Piyush Rajpoot Content Researcher – Princy Surana