Shankar Mahadevan honors tabla legend Zakir Hussain after his passing
Shankar Mahadevan has paid tribute to tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, who passed away in a San Francisco hospital. Mahadevan described Hussain as a significant inspiration and a unique talent in the music world, emphasizing his unmatched skill and stage presence. Earlier this year, Mahadevan and Hussain celebrated a Grammy win for their collaboration on "This Moment." They had planned upcoming concerts in India and the UAE, which will now not take place following Hussain's death. Hussain was a founding member of the band Shakti, formed in 1973. Mahadevan reflected on their 30-year association, noting Hussain's ability to surprise audiences and his role in mentoring younger musicians.