Three-time Grammy award-winning Indian music composer Ricky Kej’s latest album, Break of Dawn has received a Grammy nomination, making it his fourth Grammy nomination to date.
Solo-artist Grammy nomination
Also, the latest nomination is the first ever solo-artist Grammy nomination for an Indian since the legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar, and the only one this year.
Break of Dawn, a new age album based on ancient Indian raags, is crafted to promote mental health and wellness.
The composer states that the Break Of Dawn was created with the belief in mind as a catalyst to create a more kind, compassionate and environmentally conscious society.
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Deeply personal
Reacting to his fourth nomination, Ricky Kej states, "I am honoured to have Break of Dawn recognised by The Recording Academy. This album is deeply personal, reflecting my belief in music as a transformative force for health and well-being of the planet and our people. I hope it inspires all of us to experience music not just as entertainment, but as a source of comfort and healing.”
The latest Grammy nomination is a testament to his continued influence and innovation in the Indian music industry, as he seeks to inspire both listeners and the medical community to explore music's healing power. Break of Dawn aims to redefine music’s role in health and wellness. With this Grammy nomination, Ricky Kej once again sets a powerful example of how music can inspire positive change across the globe.
The three-time Grammy winner has performed at prestigious venues in over 35 countries, including at the United Nations Headquarters in New York and Geneva. Ricky has also been awarded the United Nations 'Global Humanitarian Artist award'. Among other awards to his credit, he has also won the prestigious 'Ban Ki-Moon Award,' The House of Commons, Parliament of Canada has awarded Ricky for his ‘Outstanding Musical and Humanitarian Achievement’.
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