the ar•ram•bam show

#11: Yanchan Produced and taking Tamil music to the world

Yanchan Produced dives into the exhilarating experience of performing in New York City, the first stop of his U.S.A. tour. From sold-out shows to energetic crowd interactions, Yanchan Produced shares behind-the-scenes moments, his creative process, and the cultural impact of blending Tamil music with modern genres. Discover the inspirations behind his unique remixes, his dedication to representing Tamil culture, and his aspirations for future collaborations. We take an intimate look at the highs and lows of his musical journey and the sense of community his work fosters. * 00:00 Welcome to New York City * 00:20 Reflecting on a Sold-Out Show * 01:10 Creating Unique Remixes * 03:22 The Impact of Tamil Culture * 05:38 Challenges and Doubts in Music * 07:24 Blending Carnatic Music with Modern Beats * 11:34 Collaborating with Artists * 21:05 The Significance of Orange * 22:38 The Power of Orange: Branding and Identity * 23:11 The Song That Changed Everything * 23:41 Going Viral: The Impact of Social Media * 26:29 Dealing with Success and Pressure * 30:58 Future Plans and Aspirations * 31:38 Creating Unique Experiences: Boiler Room Inspiration * 37:34 Community and Cultural Pride * 38:17 Final Thoughts and Manifestations Recorded on June 30th, 2024 about ar•ram•bam: we are a modern third space for the Tamil community. we host social and cultural experiences for our Tamil and non-Tamil friends. connect with the community on instagram @arrambam__

#10: G-TAM, from a percussionist in Zambia to a Dj in Chicago

GTAM, also known as Gautam Murali, is a DJ and music producer with a deep-rooted connection to Tamil culture. He shares his journey on The Arrambam Show, discussing his evolution from learning traditional percussion instruments in Zambia to DJ’ing parties across the US. GTAM’s story is one of blending Tamil beats with diverse genres along the way. With an emphasis on celebrating Tamil culture while innovating within the music scene, GTAM aims to inspire and broaden the appeal of Tamil music. about ar•ram•bam: we are a modern third space for the Tamil community. we host social and cultural experiences for our Tamil and non-Tamil friends. connect with the community on instagram @arrambam__

#9: Prana Kitchens and their journey from tech to food entrepreneurs

Join us as we sit down with Aruna and Sri, the visionary founders behind Prana Kitchens. Discover their passionate journey of creating a food company with a mission of mindful eating, conscious living, and supporting farming communities. From corporate backgrounds to impactful entrepreneurs; they share their transformative story, rooted in Ayurveda. Prana Kitchen’s innovative efforts intentionally connect farmers with consumers, debunk cooking myths through events, and spread positivity through food. about ar•ram•bam: we are a modern third space for the Tamil community. we host social and cultural experiences for our Tamil and non-Tamil friends. connect with the community on instagram @arrambam__

#8: Maheetha and dancing through life as a healthcare professional

Maheetha Bharadwaj is a Thamizh dancer and resident urologist currently based in Seattle. Maheetha is a venn diagram of her parents – her passion for Thamizh culture, inspired by her dad, and her passion for healthcare, inspired by her mom. She founded and built KuthuHop, one of the first Kuthu-centric dance organizations based in the United States. Since then she is using her creator platform to express herself through her dancing and healthcare work. about ar•ram•bam: we are a modern third space for the Tamil community. we host social and cultural experiences for our Tamil and non-Tamil friends. connect with the community on instagram @arrambam__

#7: Shibu and the interweaving of Tamil, Japanese, and American culture

Meet Shibu. Shibu is a storyteller. He uses his art as a medium to share real life stories from his own personal life. Currently pursuing music and film projects, the NYC based artist recently dropped a new album called “School Spirit”. The album shares with the world his experiences growing up between cultures as a Tamilian growing up in Japan and then moving to America. This is part of a series of interviews with Tamil creators who are shaping the future of Tamil culture.   about ar•ram•bam: we are a modern third space for the Tamil community. we host social and cultural experiences for our Tamil and non-Tamil friends. connect with the community on instagram @arrambam__