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Doyel das:

Doyel Das is a singer-songwriter and actress from Dallas, now based in New York City. She has 20 years of Indian classical vocal training under her belt, and sings in a variety of languages including Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, Tamil and English and genres including Bollywood, Indian classical, pop, jazz and RnB. Doyel is set to release her first jazzy single soon, with more soul and jazz influenced music to follow! She draws inspiration from Amy Winehouse, Michael Kiwanuka, Jonita Gandhi, and Shreya Ghoshal. She has performed sold-out shows in various venues across the city and hopes to push the needle in representing South Asians in the west

Ben Parag:

 A singer hailing from the vibrant streets of New York, Ben Parag's musical journey began at the age of 9, setting the stage for a remarkable odyssey through the world of Indian classical music. In 2016, Ben was a finale contestant on the Indian singing reality show "Dil Hai Hindustani," marking the start of a new chapter in his music. From the soulful MTV Cafe to the prestigious Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, and the bustling Times Square, Ben's rise in music has been a global spectacle. He has taken his mesmerizing performances to audiences across India, Pakistan, North and South America, leaving an indelible mark wherever he goes. As the lead singer for the global fusion ensemble "Wild Wild East," Ben's musical prowess shined most recently at NPR's Tiny Desk, showcasing his versatility and innovation in the ever-evolving world of music.

shef’s kiss:

A Jersey girl through and through, shef’s biggest inspirations include Bruce Springsteen and Lauryn Hill (honorable mention: any good bagel). She grew up listening to classic Rock and Motown, watching Yankees games and reading copious amounts of science fiction. She draws inspiration from the world around her, writing about her own and others’ experiences and the wider world. She writes and loves to sing pop, alternative rock, blues, and funk!

Avva:

An indie singer, songwriter, producer, and arranger, AVVA is known for her "soft girl grooves", in which she blends pop stylings, R&B-influenced runs, and rich vocal arrangements. AVVA has broken into the New York City scene with solo performances at DROM, City Winery, Kobrick Coffee, and as a featured vocalist at Mercury Lounge. Her song "Wallow" has been featured on Spotify editorial playlist “Hangover Detox". AVVA plans to release a new tune in the spring.