The Kerala-based band Thaikkudam Bridge's name comes from a bridge in Kochi, Kerala, where the band used to practice. Founded in 2013 by Govind Vasantha and Siddharth Menon, Thaikkudam Bridge’s music is influenced by a variety of genres, including rock, film, modern Hindustani, and hip-hop. The band's songs often address themes such as political satire, social inequality, and historical stories. Their first performance was on Music Mojo, where they played their original song "Fish Rock", which went viral and made the band famous. Instagram

Breaking records of people loving and adoring her voice in the song “Sagavassi”, a Coke Studio India project with rapper Arivu, Khatija has been in the game for over 12+ years now and has sung multiple singles and hits as a playback singer as well as an individual. A voice to watch out for her generation, through her music, Khatija is a changemaker and a trailblazer. Instagram

The band Agam started as BITSian musicians who would jam together in their free time. Founded by the one and only A. R. Rahman himself, the band became a multiple award-winning contemporary carnatic rock band from Bangalore performing at numerous music festivals and concerts in South Indian cities like Bangalore, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Instagram

Sithara has emerged as one of the most influential independent artists from Kerala, India in recent times. She is also a top playback singer in Malayalam films, crooning some of the biggest contemporary hits in Malayalam. Her band Project Malabaricus has released some soulful tracks in the folk genre, 'Rithu' and 'Peyyunnunde' being the prominent ones. Instagram

The Voice That Touches Hearts and Souls. Experience Job Kurian's magical journey, from forests to seas, parrots to rainbows, and feel the rhythm of life in every beat. Feel the magic of Job Kurian, the South Indian sensation electrifying audiences with soulful melodies. Instagram

Experience the brilliance of T. M. Krishna, the Carnatic maestro revolutionizing music and captivating audiences worldwide. Discover the power of music to unite and heal with Thodur Madabusi Krishna, renowned Carnatic vocalist and Ramon Magsaysay Awardee. Join him on a transformative journey that transcends barriers of caste and class, bringing the healing touch of art to all. Instagram

All OK, the stage name for Alok R. Babu, is a multifaceted Kannada artist who has made his mark in music and film. He's known for catchy Kannada rap songs like "Don't Worry" and "Yaakinge." All OK's artistic endeavors extend beyond music; he's also acted in Kannada films like Josh and Siddhartha. All OK's music blends Kannada rap with contemporary Western influences. Overall, All Ok is a significant figure in Kannada entertainment, bringing rapping and hip-hop to the forefront of the Kannada industry. Instagram

Maalavika Sundar is an Indian playback singer and actress known for her work in Tamil cinema. She gained fame on the reality show Super Singer 3 (2010) and participated in Indian Idol. Her acting debut came with "Velvet Nagaram" in 2020. Previously a Carnatic singer, she debuted as a playback singer with the hit song "Dang Dang" from "Manam Kothi Paravai" (2012). She is also known for songs like "Karuppu Nerathazhagi" (Komban, 2015) and "Gum Zaare" (Kadavul Irukaan Kumaru, 2016). Maalavika trained in classical music with Srimathi Padmavathi Ananthagopalan and is married to entrepreneur Ashwin Kashyap Raghuraman. Instagram

Nithya Mammen is a breath of fresh air for music lovers. the very first moment they heard her sing! Her soothing and melodious vocals won the hearts of Malayalam movie buffs and lovers, and all the songs that followed turned out to be chartbusters as her debut. Instagram

Sean Roldan is revolutionizing Tamil music with his innovative soundtracks. Starting with Carnatic compositions and independent music with his band Sean Roldan & Friends, he rose to fame with film scores for hits like "Vaayai Moodi Pesavum," "Sathuranga Vettai," and "Mundasupatti." As a composer, musician, and lyricist, he is celebrated for his fusion of Carnatic and contemporary sounds, captivating audiences and winning critical acclaim. Instagram

Arivu is an Indian composer, rapper, singer, and songwriter, famous for singles like "Enjoy Enjaami" and film tracks such as "Vathi Raid" (Master, 2020). He joined The Casteless Collective in 2017, rising to fame with socially conscious songs like "Jaibhim Anthem." His debut solo album, "Therukural" (2019), blended hip-hop with Tamil folk music and was acclaimed by Rolling Stone India. Known for his impactful storytelling, Arivu has a dedicated fan base in Tamil Nadu and beyond. Instagram