I owe so much of my musical growth to my exploration and performance of Carnatic music. — Sid Sriram Exploration Copy Share Image
'Maruvarthai' was an exciting song for me because it showcased my Carnatic roots. — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
My musical journey with A. R. Rahman is filled with personal milestones and realisations. — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
Thanks to my family and guru. They were quite confident that I could do it and think about music as a full-time… — Sid Sriram Career Copy Share Image
Listening to A. R. Rahman as a five-year-old opened my mind to a whole new set of creative dimensions. — Sid Sriram Creativity Copy Share Image
I want the audience to be transported to a different world once they enter the auditorium. — Sid Sriram Audience Copy Share Image
My time at Berklee College of Music was probably my greatest period of artistic growth and internalisation. — Sid Sriram Art Copy Share Image
I have huge respect for the musical aptitude and intellect of listeners in India. They appreciate genuine, quality music. — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
The really cool thing is that I've developed this hardcore fan base that came to me through my work in films, but… — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
My idea is to take the improvisational excitement that takes place with Carnatic music and juxtapose that in different sonic contexts. — Sid Sriram Excitement Copy Share Image
My goal is to communicate how powerful the breaking down of artistic barriers can be when grounded in thought, intention, and a… — Sid Sriram Art Copy Share Image
From when I first started listening to music, M. S. Subbulakshmi has been one of my biggest influences. She poured her heart… — Sid Sriram Heart Copy Share Image
Growing up in the U.S., I'd siloed off my identities. While I was an Indian at home, I was an American at… — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
Growing up, everyone dreams of certain things, and they map out a direction that their life would take. Working with A. R.… — Sid Sriram Direction Copy Share Image
Berklee played a huge role in shaping my music. On an academic level, I learned a lot about vocal technique and culture.… — Sid Sriram Culture Copy Share Image
I think 'Adiye/Yadike' is unique and fresh and something new for Indian films. It brings together the blues and gospel feel with… — Sid Sriram Blues Copy Share Image
Starting with the lyrics, 'Only scared of myself and the truth in the stars/I'm a king, I'm the dirt, God within me… — Sid Sriram God Copy Share Image
Growing up, any time I would sit down with my grandfather to learn or talk about Carnatic music, he would bring up… — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
When it comes to 'Maruvaarthai,' I have said many a time that Carnatic music drives my creative influence. In that sense, Darbuka… — Sid Sriram Beautiful Copy Share Image
My parents moved to San Francisco from India when I was a year old. — Sid Sriram India Copy Share Image
One of my dreams is to work with Ilaiyaraaja sir and do more with Anirudh and Santhosh Narayanan. — Sid Sriram Bollywood Copy Share Image
On the surface, being a musician can look pretty glamorous. But so much work goes into it. — Sid Sriram Being Copy Share Image
I started singing when I was three - my mother would teach me some versions of 'Thirupugazh.' And I loved being on… — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
I come from a musical family, and Carnatic music made up so much of my childhood, my upbringing, and my musical transition. — Sid Sriram Childhood Copy Share Image
'6 Weeks' is broken up into two sections; both sections use the same set of samples, just in different ways. — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
I listened to Kanye West and also dove deep into bands like Radiohead, Portishead, and Bon Iver. — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
I am surely happy to be breaking away from the norm when it comes to my songs. — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
I fell in love with R&B music at a young age. The energy and aesthetic of that genre strike an emotional chord… — Sid Sriram Age Copy Share Image
Growing up in the U.S., music became a way for me to find my roots and anchor points. — Sid Sriram Copy Share Image
I think Chennaiites are the best because the city has a receptive audience. — Sid Sriram Audience Copy Share Image
I realised music was my calling, and I am one of those who's strongly bound by an infectious enthusiasm and passion. — Sid Sriram Enthusiasm Copy Share Image
Ultimately, you're looking for a soulful experience when you listen to any form music. — Sid Sriram Experience Copy Share Image
I started listening to old school R&B artists like Stevie Wonder, Luther Vandross, and Donny Hathaway when I was in 6th grade. — Sid Sriram Art Copy Share Image
When you are surrounded by talented musicians, you learn so much from them. — Sid Sriram Education Copy Share Image
