In a musical landscape filled with experimentation and evolution, The Purple Band emerges as a refreshing and powerful voice under the leadership of renowned playback singer Madhu Balakrishnan. With a fusion of tradition and modernity, this vibrant ensemble is set to redefine live music in South India and beyond.

A Symphony of Passion: The Band’s Origins

Born from an unwavering passion for music, The Purple Band is the brainchild of Madhu Balakrishnan, one of South India's most acclaimed playback singers. With a career spanning over three decades and thousands of songs across multiple languages, Madhu brings unmatched experience, versatility, and artistic vision to this project. His goal is to create a sound that is not just heard but felt.

The band reflects Madhu’s deep understanding of musical genres and his desire to build something truly unique. Each member of The Purple Band was handpicked for their skill, emotion, and commitment to creating music that connects deeply with audiences.

The Purple Sound: Emotive, Eclectic, Electric

The soundscape of The Purple Band is a harmonious blend of East and West, classical and contemporary. Whether it's soulful melodies, foot-tapping rhythms, or experimental interludes, the music is crafted to stir emotions and ignite imagination.

More than just a group of performers, The Purple Band invites listeners on a musical journey, where every note tells a story and every performance becomes a memory.

Meet the Artists Behind the Magic

The band features a stellar line-up of versatile and passionate artists:

• Ajmal, Fathima Parveen, Amal Ghosh, and Arun Ashok – Vocalists

• Abhijith Sreenivasan – Lead Guitar

• Faisal Muhammad – Keyboard

• Abhith S Narayanan – Flute

• Aromal Murali – Percussion

• Emil Seb Jose – Bass Guitar

• Adarsh Latheesh – Drums

Together, they form a dynamic unit that promises to deliver genre-defying music filled with soul and spectacle.

Madhu Balakrishnan: A Legacy That Inspires

A recipient of numerous awards, including the Kalaimamani title, a Tamil Nadu State Award, and many other prestigious honors, Madhu Balakrishnan stands as a pillar in the Indian music industry. With over 2,000 film songs and more than 12,000 devotional and album tracks to his name in Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali, and Tulu, his versatility knows no bounds.

Madhu's global appeal is evident from his performances across countries including Canada, Australia, Japan, Switzerland, France, the UK, and much of the Gulf region. Recently, his contributions to the arts were recognized with a Golden Visa from the UAE.

In addition to his singing, Madhu is a beloved face on television. He has served as a judge on major music reality shows like Flowers Top Singer, Zee Keralam SaReGaMaPa, Amrita Super Star Juniors, Sun TV’s Sangeetha Mahayudham (where he also won the title), and many more.

Looking Ahead

As The Purple Band prepares for its upcoming performances and releases, there is growing excitement among fans and critics alike. With Madhu Balakrishnan at the helm and a powerhouse ensemble backing him, this band is more than just a group, it’s a movement.