Louis Banks, often called the "Godfather of Indian Jazz," is a legendary keyboardist, composer, and music producer who has shaped India’s fusion and contemporary music scene for decades. Born Louis Fernandes in Mumbai, he began his career in the 1960s, blending jazz with Indian classical traditions and collaborating with icons like Zakir Hussain and John McLaughlin. His recent multilingual releases, including *Praana* (in Kannada, Telugu, and Malayalam) and romantic instrumental albums like *Music For Romance I & II*, showcase his knack for crafting emotive, genre-defying soundscapes. Beyond sophisticated jazz fusion, Banks also embraces playful creativity with family-friendly projects like the *Kiddyland* series. A pioneer equally at home in Bollywood, live improvisation, or experimental studio work, he remains a dynamic force in Indian music.
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