World Music Day 2022: From KK to Lata Mangeshkar, Remembering Famous Musicians We Lost This Year!

By Purvi KhemaniJune 21, 2022
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KK

Krishnakumar Kunnath aka KK was very well-known for his commendable voice. The famous singer suffered an unusual death on May 31.

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Sidhu Moose Wala

One of the greatest Punjabi singers of the generation, Sidhu Moose Wala was shot dead on May 29 in Mansa district of Punjab. 'Legend', 'Tochan' are some of his hits.

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Lata Mangeshkar

The Nightingale of India and Bharat Ratna awardee, Lata Mangeshkar made immense contributions to the Indian music industry with her soulful voice. She died on February 6.

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Bappi Lahiri

Known for popularising disco music in India, Bappi Lahiri was the king of the music industry in 1980s and 1990s. He breathed his last on February 15.

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Pandit Shivkumar Sharma

He was an Indian classical musician and santoor player who earned a reputation in Hindustani music. The Padma Shri awardee died on May 10.

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Taz or Tarsame Singh Saini

Taz was famous for his fusion of Western pop music with India's traditional melodies. 'Hit the Deck' is one of his finest works. The pop singer passed away on April 29.

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