Aalaap Raju

Aalaap Raju is a popular artist in the South Indian music industry, known for his versatility as a singer, bass player and composer. His career spans a wide range of genres, from classical to contemporary, jazz to fusion, and film music to indie tracks.

Aalaap Raju first gained widespread recognition with his rendition of the song "Ennamo Yedho" from the 2011 film KO, composed by Harris Jayaraj. This performance not only earned him the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Playback Singer in 2012 but also won him 15 other awards in that calendar year, marking a significant milestone in his career.

Notable Hits: "Engeyum Kadhal" from Engeyum Kadhal, "Anjana Anjana" from Vandhan Vendran, "Vaayamoodi Summa Iruda" from Mugamoodi, "Jal Jal Osai" from Manam Kothi Paravai, "Endhan Kann Munnae" from Nanban, "Vaan Engum Nee Minna Minna" - Endrendrum Punnagai, "Nenjodu Cherthu" (Malayalam) - YUVVH and many more

Aalaap is not just a singer but also an accomplished bass player. His ability to blend different musical styles, from classical to jazz to fusion, has made him a sought-after musician. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Ilaiyaraaja, Harris Jayaraj, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, Devi Sri Prasad, Thaman, G.V. Prakash, D.Imman etc.

His collaborations extend beyond the film industry, having worked with celebrated instrumentalists like L. Subramaniam, Rajhesh Vaidhya, and 'Mandolin' U. Rajesh, as well as international jazz greats such as Dave Weckl and 'Guitar' Prasanna. This wide-ranging experience has helped shape Aalaap's reputation as a highly versatile musician.

In addition to his work as a singer and bass player, Aalaap has established himself as a composer and arranger. He has collaborated with prominent lyricists like Madhan Karky (notably on the album Pezhai) and the legendary Vairamuthu, further expanding his musical portfolio.

Aalaap is also an entrepreneur, running the highly successful Voice & Vision Studios, a music recording facility that has been serving audio professionals and enthusiasts for over 15 years. The studio has become a key resource for musicians, producers, and audio engineers, offering top-quality recording, mixing, and mastering services.

THE MAKKA TRIO

Aalaap is a key member of MAKKA, an innovative trio that blends film music with rock, fusion, and world music. Alongside Rahul Nambiar and Ranjith Govind, he contributes both as a bassist and a vocalist. The trio is known for its genre-defying sound and is actively involved in composing indie tracks and performing live gigs.