Source - http://www.examiner.com/x-2629-SF-Indie-Music-Examiner~y2009m2d23-AR-Rahman-wins-two-oscars-for-brilliant-work-on-Slumdog-Millionaire
Ever since I heard A.R. Rahman's work for classic Indian film Rang de Basanti I've been a major fan of his music. One of my favorite songs from that film, Roobaroo, is a beautiful blend of western acoustic pop guitar and classical Indian singing. That's why it was such a pleasure to see A.R. Rahman triumph at the Oscars this year with a win for Best Music Score on Slumdog Milionaire and Best Music Song for Jai Ho. Listen to Jai Ho here. Perhaps A.R. Rahman's win at the Oscars will bring more attention to his music and Indian music in general. I'd love to see more variety in the American mainstream and indie music scenes. A.R. Rahman's work is a genius combination of Indian and western musical influences. Only time will tell.
