Raghu Dixit | The Music Podcast: Raghu Dixit Project, Live Music, Shakkar Album, Mental health, Culture, Folk Music & more

In the latest episode of The Music Podcast, we feature Raghu Dixit, a pioneer of independent music in India and the force behind The Raghu Dixit Project. Known for blending Kannada folk with contemporary sounds, Raghu has captivated audiences worldwide with his unique style. His work spans popular films like Bewakoofiyaan, Chef, and Gully Boy, while hits such as "Mysore Se Aayi" and "Lokada Kalaji" have become iconic. With albums like Jag Changa and Shakkar, Raghu’s music continues to inspire. Having performed in 15 countries at prestigious venues like Glastonbury and Sydney Opera House, his reach extends globally.  _ His Socials - Instagram Profile - https://www.instagram.com/theraghudixitproject/ YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@RaghuDixitMusic Facebook Profile - https://www.facebook.com/trdp/ Learn more about Raghu and his latest ventures here: https://www.raghudixit.com/  _ EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this episode of The Music Podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of Raghu Dixit, a trailblazer in independent Indian music and the creative force behind ‘The Raghu Dixit Project’. Raghu shares insights into his epic global collaborations, including his performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics and for the Queen of Mysore. He also discusses his latest album ‘Shakkar’, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the inspiration behind each carefully crafted song. Throughout the episode, Raghu reflects on his transition from Bharatnatyam artist to a musician celebrating Kannada folk music, highlighting the importance of staying connected to his roots. He opens up about the ease of finding happiness, the significance of mental health, and provides invaluable advice for aspiring musicians. Raghu even touches on a possible return to Bollywood and his unfiltered views on the current music ecosystem. This episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about music and creativity. Feedback Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdijVY5-SfUDOmy0x_nm8KZHdQtqWLIKYMNPn0WbavzCntvpg/viewform  _ EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Guest Intro 01:38 - The Real Raghu Dixit 04:26 - His Connection with Music 07:41 - Questions he should be asked 12:54 - Advice to Budding Artists 16:07 - 'Angels' in his Album 22:01 - Why does Raghu sing on stage with his eyes closed? 27:09 - Life's Defining Moments 35:13 - Independent Music 37:57 - Checklist for Labels approaching RDP 45:38 - #AskTheGuest 01:05:11 - His Album 'Shakkar' + Mental Health 01:31:03 - His Live Tours 01:39:21 - His Team 01:44:44 - Work Opportunities 01:47:00 - His Legacy 01:49:15 - Thank You! 01:49:24 - Outro _ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The Music Podcast YT Channel – https://www.youtube.com/@_TheMusicPodcast_ _ Host - Tarsame Mittal Guest – Swanand Kirkire 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, Fahiyan Hussain Head of Production – Sahil Choubey Post Production - Srinivas Rao, Ashutosh Surendra Kharunkar, Piyush Rajpoot Content Researcher – Princy Surana