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Mame Khan & Brinda Miller on Rock N Roots, Kala Ghoda, and Folk Music's Evolution
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News18•25-09-2026, 19:18
Mame Khan & Brinda Miller on Rock N Roots, Kala Ghoda, and Folk Music's Evolution
- •Mame Khan views fusion as salt in flour: enough enhances, too much ruins the original flavor of folk music.
- •He believes Manganiyar music doesn't need 'rescuing' and younger audiences connect with traditional folk songs without Bollywood bait.
- •Brinda Miller highlights Kala Ghoda Arts Festival's free, genre-inclusive ethos, with Rock N Roots as a ticketed event to fund the festival and extend its spirit year-round.
- •Khan emphasizes keeping folk roots intact while adapting to contemporary times, ensuring the original character of the music remains.
- •Both artists discuss how social media has transformed artistic discovery and learning for young musicians, while also stressing the importance of preserving ancestral traditions.
