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.

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, ...

From the beats of bhangra to the tales of Jaago and from desi humour to the folk songs of Punjab, the sixth edition of Mela Phulkari at Indian Habitat Centre turned Delhi into mini-Punjab.

We were in Delhi for a concert and decided to visit a friend in Mohali, Punjab. Apart from the routine sightseeing, we listened to some amazing singers, who were playing a small drum, called dhad.

Who is to blame for the sexist Punjabi music scene today, a far cry from defiant women protagonists in golden kissas/love legends?