About
Indian singer, songwriter, and composer largely credited with introducing the Indian audience to Western influences such as the rock and pop genres. He earned fame as a founding member of the duo Colonial Cousins, which became the first Indian act to perform on MTV Unplugged in 1996. He has been involved in the Indian productions of celebrated stage musicals such as Beauty and the Beast and Jesus Christ Superstar. He is also notable for his work in the advertising industry as a jingle composer and as the producer and composer for Coke Studio @ MTV's debut season in 2012.
Before Fame
He attended the Bombay Scottish School in Mahim, Mumbai. He derived inspiration from renowned musical artists like Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton throughout his childhood. He commenced his musical career by performing as a guitarist at Mumbai's Oberoi Towers.
Trivia
His album "Colonial Cousins" was the recipient of the MTV Asia Viewer's Choice Award in 1997. He has also earned a US Billboard Viewer's Choice Award and in 2017, he was named Indian of the Year.
Family Life
His father, Peter Lewis Raj, is largely considered to be one of the most illustrious choreographers in the history of Hindi cinema.
Associated With
He has composed and produced music for beloved artists including Suneeta Rao, KK, and Alisha Chinai. He also remixed the album "Rahul and I" by Asha Bhosle.
