“It is rare when the genre of music is not clearly on display, and it is even more rare when the essence of a genre is hidden within the craft of the storytelling and its message. Aditya has made a work that transcends any particular genre of music. It is both personal and universal.”
“Aditya has been very dear to me since we first toured together, first as part of my father Ravi Shankar’s ensemble and then when he joined my own band in support of my album Rise. He was just a teenager then but already had that mighty voice, which has been honed by maturity, exploration and dedication to the beautiful depth evident today on his new album Diaspora Kid. I recognise in Aditya the search of a second-generation member of the diaspora: the desire to make art that truly reflects the mixes and contradictions, the conflicts and confluences of our lives. He’s always had a powerful voice and it’s beautiful to see his creative voice find the same power.”
“Gifted with a strong, powerful voice, and good pitch alignment…Aditya has a bright future in music.”
“Aditya Prakash is a visionary artist that has found a way to speak to everyone while speaking in his own language. His new album “Diaspora Kid” is extraordinary. I am looking forward to seeing what comes next out of this artist”
- Tigran Hamasyan
“Aditya represents a new generation of musician. He has studied his traditional craft extensively but is not afraid to take that language and art form into uncharted territories.”
- Karsh Kale
“The remarkable Carnatic singer’s music reflected a pure heart and exploratory spirit, and also impressed me with its musical ambition. The group recently released its third album Diaspora Kid, which just blew me away. In today’s crowded musical landscape, records like this do not come every day. Los Angeles is blessed to have a group like this in our midst. “
“…a superb, masterful album…Aditya Prakash is a remarkable vocalist.”
“…my mind was blown…performed with a passion that is just about non-existent in today’s pop world. “Diaspora Kid” is a desperately needed jolt of true emotion and depth.”
“Richly complex Indian melodies and long, mind-blowingly complicated rhythmic patterns wind their way through jazz and rock arrangements, without either tradition ever feeling at all diluted or compromised…it’s a unique musical and cultural emulsion that attains the elusive goal of drawing the best from every source it touches. And none of this is even to talk about Prakash’s voice, which is quite simply a wonder of nature: rich, powerful, clear, and seemingly without technical limitations. An astounding album that portends a wildly successful career”
“Richly complex Indian melodies and long, mind-blowingly complicated rhythmic patterns wind their way through jazz and rock arrangements, without either tradition ever feeling at all diluted or compromised…it’s a unique musical and cultural emulsion that attains the elusive goal of drawing the best from every source it touches. And none of this is even to talk about Prakash’s voice, which is quite simply a wonder of nature: rich, powerful, clear, and seemingly without technical limitations. An astounding album that portends a wildly successful career”