Gorillaz pay tribute to Asha Bhosle at Tottenham Stadium show ahead of India debut
Mumbai, June 24
British band 'Gorillaz' recently paid tribute to legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle at Tottenham Stadium show.
In one of the most memorable moments of the night, Damon Albarn welcomed Zanai Bhosle, granddaughter of Asha Bhosle, to the stage for a special tribute performance of 'The Shadowy Light' celebrating the extraordinary legacy of Asha Bhosle, whose vocals feature on 'The Mountain' album track.
The performance connected generations of Indian music, bringing one of India's most celebrated musical legacies to a sold-out stadium audience in London.
Thirteen-strong Gorillaz live band and 24 guest performers from over 15 countries around the world, the show brought together collaborators from across the world, showcasing the global musical vision that inspired 'The Mountain'.
Indian representation was at the heart of the performance. Acclaimed bansuri virtuoso Ajay Prasanna joined the band on stage, while pioneering jazz icon Asha Puthli's contribution to another album track, 'The Mooncave', was celebrated as part of the expansive live production, read a press note.
The album itself features an extraordinary roster of Indian collaborators, including Asha Bhosle, Anoushka Shankar, Ajay Prasanna, Asha Puthli, and sarod maestros Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash.
For Indian fans, the significance of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium performance extends beyond the scale of the show. Many of the creative and musical elements that define the unique and extraordinary spectacle of a Gorillaz show will travel to India when Gorillaz make their long-awaited debut performances in the country next January.
Asha Bhosle passed away on April 12 at the age of 92 due to multiple organ failure. She was cremated with full state honours at Shivaji Park Crematorium in Mumbai. Many stars, including Vicky Kaushal and Aamir Khan, attended the funeral.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Asha Bhosle was a legend, no doubt. But I wish Gorillaz had done this tribute while she was alive. She deserved to see this appreciation firsthand. Still, beautiful to see Zanai carrying forward her grandmother's legacy. The Kashmir connection with Anoushka Shankar adds another layer to this collaboration.
Finally some good international collaboration that isn't just about Bollywood remixes! Gorillaz have always been about blending global sounds - Damon Albarn's vision is amazing. 13-piece band and 24 guest performers? That's a proper world music showcase. Hope they bring the same energy to India in January! 🤘
This is beautiful but bittersweet. Asha Ji left us too soon. The fact that her granddaughter performed 'The Shadowy Light' at Tottenham Stadium shows how music transcends generations. Also great to see Ajay Prasanna and the Bangash brothers getting this platform. Pure class from Gorillaz.
Honestly, Gorillaz have always had amazing taste. They worked with Bollywood legend Asha Bhosle, sitar maestro Anoushka Shankar, and even Asha Puthli - all icons in their own right. This is real cultural exchange, not just tokenism. Indian music deserves this global stage. Cant wait for their Mumbai show!
As someone who grew up on Asha Ji's songs, this brings tears to my eyes 😢 She was our voice for decades - from 'Piya Tu' to 'Dum Maro Dum'. That Gorillaz brought Zanai on stage
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