Episode 5 - Darshana KT

In the fifth episode of The Indoencers Podcast, I spoke with Darshana KT - a singer who has sung for the likes of Isaignani Illayaraja, Harris Jayaraj, and has grown to be a regular for the one and only AR Rahman. We spoke about the times where her school Hindi teacher gave her bonus marks because she loved Darshana's renditions of Hindi songs so much, her experience recording the incredible "Muafi Mushkil", her journey in coming to terms with the genre of jazz, plus so much more. I learned so much from hearing her speak to the depth that she did, and I'm sure there will be plenty for you to take away too! |

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Chapters

• 0:13 Guest Introduction
• 1:05 Impact of Lockdown
• 4:15 Childhood & Musical Beginnings
• 15:37 College & Band Life & Early Career
• 28:02 Learning under Smt. Bombay Jayashri & Finding a Unique Musical Identity
• 35:52 Struggles in Fitting into the Indian Industry After Moving to U.S.
• 43:40 Discussion on "Muafi Mushkil"
• 52:27 Versatility - Blessing or Curse?
• 1:00:32 Her Journey in Jazz
• 1:09:23 Journey as an Independent Artist
• 1:30:48 Experience Teaching Carnatic Music & Parenting
• 1:43:01 Ending + Singing!