How Zohran Mamdani Is Inspiring The Next Generation of South-Asian Artists

ASHAVARI

a dynamic artist fusing gothic textures with contemporary alternative r&b, brampton-based singer-songwriter ashavari channels her south asian identity into a sonically and visually immersive world. pairing crystalline vocals with dark, synth-driven production to create work that feels both haunting and deeply personal. ashavari transforms her journey of healing into art - challenging convention while redefining representation for south asian women in global music. @ashavari___________ [https://www.instagram.com/ashavari___________/]

SARAH KHATAMI

a multidisciplinary artist blending heritage with contemporary expression, brooklyn-based iranian singer-songwriter sarah khatami channels her cultural roots into visually striking, emotionally charged work. through her art, she honors identity while challenging convention - creating pieces that feel deeply intimate yet universally understood. find sarah on socials @sarahkhatami. special thank you to raunaq soin with Howard Hanna Allen Tate for sponsoring this episode of chaiboost :)

KRIS PIÑA

a multilingual artist who blends his lebanese roots with global sounds, kris piña uses his rich vocal timbre to shine a light on the arab diaspora. through his music, he celebrates heritage while pushing creative boundaries, crafting music that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. @krispinamusic @chaiboostnyc

How Zohran Mamdani Is Inspiring The Next Generation of South-Asian Artists

today we’re diving into the intersection of artistry, activism, and identity, through the lens of someone who’s been changing what representation can look like: New York City’s very own - mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.

OLGA PREPIS

nyc based cypriot-american artist @olgaprepis [https://www.instagram.com/olgaprepis/] is redefining what it means to be a powerhouse in today’s modern day music scene. here to inspire the next generation of artists from cyprus, enjoy the full conversation with olga prepis.