The Band

Pioneers of an eclectic sound that draws its essence from the depth of India’s musical traditions as well as the innovation of contemporary Western music, multi-instrumentalist and composer, Prem Joshua and his international band are a leading light in the world of Indian contemporary music. Unmistakeably rooted in Indian Ragas and rhythms, his signature sound embraces a variety of cultures and conventions from across the world. Interweaving rhythms from Morocco with beats from London’s dancefloors, experimenting with Eastern European rhythms and jazz, and splicing together chillout and sufi verses, his search for synthesis continues to flourish at the meeting point of genres and influences.

The music is original, immersive and emotional; it pulsates with energy, resonates with contemplation, throbs with vibrancy and basks within an unmistakeable global appeal. The band combines disparate musical styles such as electronica, jazz and funk into an original and virtuoso sound – one that is intricately detailed by a masterful blend of Indian and western instruments. By virtue of their dexterity over numerous instruments, such as the sitar, tabla, soprano sax or bamboo flutes, Prem Joshua & Band have continued to distil and fuse the essence of various musical forms into one organic and distinctive whole.

Grafted with skill and oozing depth, Prem Joshua & Band continue to provide listeners, old and new, with a deeply rewarding emotional journey across a musical landscape that is both varied and rich in tradition. With 15 studio albums, worldwide appearances and global honours, their timely interpretation of the music traditions of the East has been recognised time and again. Today, Prem Joshua is one of the highest-selling World Music artists in India and an institution unto himself.

Notable performances

Performed for the Prime Minister of Malaysia (2006)
Siddhi Vinayak Festival Bombay (2006)
Performed for UK’s Prince Edward at the Royal Palace in London (2007)
Performed for the President of India and the Chief Minister of Maharashtra. (2008)
Shantipi Festival, Israel (2008)
Celebrate Bandra (2009)
Performed for the Prime Minister of India (2009)
Big Chill Festival, UK (2009)
Private performance for the Royal Family of Kuwait (2009)
Performed for the Maharaja of Jodhpur in Geneva (2010)
Private performance for the Maharaja of Udaipur (2010)
Avenues, IIT Bombay (2011)
Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, Mumbai (2011)
Glastonbury Festival, UK (2011)
Indigo Festival at Lake Galilee, Israel (2012)
Spring Zouk, Udupi (2012)
Fusion Festival, Calcutta (2013)
Great Live Music Festival, Goa (2013)
Hydourite, Hyderabad (2013)
Monde de Couleurs Festival, Porrentruy, Switzerland (2013)
GoMad Festival, Ooty, India (2013)
World Music Festival, Riga, Latvia (2014)
International Yog Festival, Rishikesh (2014)
Porta World Music Festival, Riga (2014)
International Yoga Festival, Rishikesh, India (2015)
Penang World Music Festival, Penang, Malaysia (2015)
Blue Frog, Bombay, India (2015)
Lost Party Festival, Lavasa (2015)
Enchanted Valley Carnival, Aamby Valley (2015)
Udaipur Lake Festival, Udaipur, India (2016)
Slivki Festival, Goa (2016)
Yoga Festival, London (2016)
Pushkar Mela (2016)
Taalbelia Festival, Mandawa (2017)
World Sacred Spirit Festival, Jodhpur (2017)