India is a country of immense cultural diversity and has been home to some of the greatest musicians of all time. From classical to modern music, India has produced some of the most talented and innovative musicians. As of 2022, there are 14 Indians who have won the GRAMMY. The most recent winner of the award is Falu, who won in 2022 for her album A Colorful World.
The very first Indian to win the Grammy Award was Ravi Shankar in 1968. Shankar was a sitar player and composer who was known for his pioneering work in the world of Indian classical music. He was also the first Indian musician to be nominated for a Grammy Award. Shankar was awarded the Grammy for Best Chamber Music Performance for his album West Meets East.
The next Indian to win a Grammy was A.R. Rahman in 2009. Rahman is a composer and music producer who has composed for films such as Slumdog Millionaire and 127 Hours. He won the Grammy for Best Compilation Soundtrack Album for his work on Slumdog Millionaire.
In 2010, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for his album A Meeting by the River. Bhatt is a master of the Mohan Veena, an instrument he invented. He is also the first Indian musician to be nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2011, Pandit Shivkumar Sharma won the Grammy for Best Traditional World Music Album for his album Call of the Valley. Sharma is a master of the santoor, an ancient Indian instrument. He is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best Traditional World Music Album category.
In 2012, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for his album Ancient Sounds. Khan is a master of the sarod, an ancient Indian instrument. He is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2013, Zakir Hussain won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for his album Global Drum Project. Hussain is a master of the tabla, an ancient Indian instrument. He is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2014, Shankar Mahadevan won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for his album Breathless. Mahadevan is a singer and composer who is known for his work in the world of Indian classical music. He is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2015, Anoushka Shankar won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for her album Home. Shankar is a sitar player and composer who is the daughter of Ravi Shankar. She is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2016, Amiina won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for their album Fantômas. Amiina is an Icelandic band that features Indian musicians. They are also the first Indian musicians to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2017, Vishal-Shekhar won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for their album A Billion Hearts. Vishal-Shekhar is a duo of Indian music producers and composers. They are also the first Indian musicians to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2018, Kailash Kher won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for his album Kailasa. Kher is a singer and composer who is known for his work in the world of Indian classical music. He is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2019, Anoushka Shankar won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for her album Love Letters. Shankar is a sitar player and composer who is the daughter of Ravi Shankar. She is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2020, Sandeep Das won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for his album Yo-Yo Ma & The Silk Road Ensemble: Sing Me Home. Das is a tabla player and composer who is known for his work in the world of Indian classical music. He is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
In 2021, Shankar Mahadevan won the Grammy for Best World Music Album for his album Breathless. Mahadevan is a singer and composer who is known for his work in the world of Indian classical music. He is also the first Indian musician to win a Grammy in the Best World Music Album category.
The list of Indians who have won the Grammy Award is an impressive one. From Ravi Shankar to Falu, these musicians have all made their mark in the world of music and have been recognized for their talent and creativity. It is a testament to the rich musical heritage of India and the talent of its musicians.
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