Yet, in popular discourse, Punjab’s music remains stuck in entrenched cliches – rustic, balle balle and Bollywood bhangra. In short, the farthest you can get from sophisticated art music.

Celebrate the rich heritage of Punjabi Sufi music, with an equally rich performance by Riyaaz Qawwali!Weaving together centuries-old folk songs with contemporary works from artists like Gurdaas Mann, ...

In Punjabi music, a worrying trend has appeared, mixing songs with the dangerous appeal of guns. As the beats pulse through speakers at weddings and public celebrations, lyrics glorifying guns and ...

The music industry in Punjab has over 450 registered music labels that release around 20 to 25 songs every day. In 2021, the industry released over 5,000 music videos,” he said.

This deep connect has kept the music tradition of Punjab alive. In the late 19th century, the ‘khayal gayaki’ of the region was linked with Patiala state.

Although born and brought up in Delhi, the roots of Raj’s musics go to pre-partitioned Punjab with her naani (grandmother), Bibi Khurshidan, also being a talented singer of Punjabi sufi and folk ...

New-age Punjabi music artists are blending Western outfits with tradition, reflecting a broader cultural shift.

Cultural experts say that this reinvention, both in music and fashion, has its roots in Western pop-culture as most of the artistes live and perform in the West. "Punjabi men are inventive.