Thebalaboys, identical twin stars Sriram and Ganesh from Singapore, are redefining the Indian Contemporary Music Scene. They blend their Indian Classical and Western vocal training to craft a signature sound that marries traditional harmonies with a contemporary twist.
Having earned top honors and the notable Berklee Asia Scholarship, these accomplished artists have grown their reputation during their time at Berklee. Their talents shone brightly as lead vocalists for the acclaimed Berklee Indian Ensemble, headlining international music festivals and staging immersive sold-out productions in partnership with cutting-edge technology companies like Intel and Google Tilt Brush. Their performances have resonated with fans worldwide, earning over 200 million views on YouTube.
Their collaborative and performance portfolio boasts work with Grammy Award-winning artists such as Ustad Zakir Hussain and Sri Vikku Vinayakram. They’re also privileged to be special interest students of Carnatic Music Maestro Abhishek Raghuram. In 2022, they held the spotlight at ‘The Great India Festival’ in Ottawa, an event sponsored by the Government of Canada.
Thebalaboys have journeyed across continents, delivering mesmerizing performances in venues from the Esplanade Concert Hall in Singapore, Madras Music Academy in Chennai, to the Berklee Performance Center in Boston. Their efforts have been recognized with awards from esteemed organizations like Madras University, Padam Javali Prize, Papanasam Sivan Prize, Purandaradasar Prize, and more. With every note, they continue to invigorate the musical landscape, leaving an indelible mark on audiences worldwide.