Transcending Carnatic Music Across Borders Sid Sriram

Sid Sriram's music is a fearless collision of R&B and Carnatic music. Born in Chennai to a Tamil family, Sid Sriram moved to the US at the age of one. Growing up in Fremont, California, his musician parents instilled in him a love for Carnatic music; becoming an integral part of his artistic foundation.

His mother, Latha Sriram's teachings made huge contributions to the evolution of his musical intuition. Despite attending an academically rigorous high school, Carnatic music resonated with him on a deeper level.

After discovering Berklee College of Music, his perception of music as a viable career solidified. Sriram's parents encouraged him to pursue his passion, leading him to Boston. Berklee College of Music became the catalyst for his transformation into a professional musician.

Sriram fell in love with A.R. Rahman's music when he heard "Roja" in his mother's car. Intrigued by Rahman's genius, Sriram sent him an email with links to his original music; followed by a prompt response from Rahman marking the beginning of their journey. Later on, Sriram got the chance to record "Adiye" for the movie Kadal (2013), solidifying their relationship and creating exciting opportunities for the future.

Since then, Sid Sriram has made a name for himself in the music industry, spanning Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, Marathi, and English languages, building a global fan base. His renditions of songs like "Apsara Aali" and his versions of classics from artists such as Drake, Frank Ocean, and The Weeknd have been well-received online. Plus, he has sung popular several tracks like Kadhaippoma, Anbe Peranbae, and the viral hit Srivalli showcasing his versatility and continuous growth as an artist.

Sriram released his debut LP, Entropy, in 2019 highlighting his ability to bridge genres and create a cross-cultural musical experience.

Last month, Sid Sriram was featured on the Grammy's official channel singing a Carnatic rendition of Alanis Morissette’s “Uninvited”, performed at NPR's Tiny Desk Concert, and released two original works titled "Do The Dance" and "Dear Sahana" on his YouTube channel.

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