Sonny Singh and his band celebrate the release of their debut album, Chardi Kala, the Sikh concept of revolutionary eternal optimism. The album is a reminder that hope, love, and devotion are crucial to our struggles and our collective survival. Chardi Kala is a musical autobiography, but isn’t specifically about Sonny Singh at all—it’s about what inspires and grounds us in the darkest of times.

For over a decade, Sonny Singh has brought his fiery trumpet playing and lead vocals to audiences around the world in Red Baraat. Sonny is taking the next step now, launching a solo project that reimagines Sikh kirtan with boundary-defying Punjabi anthems to uplift and ignite. The live band, which includes harmonium, tabla, dhol, and electric guitar, provides listeners with an experience of both introspective reflection and fervent urgency.

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