Suraj Mani
Suraj Mani | |
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 Mani performing at Mojo Rising, Kochi, 2018 | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | Singing Sensei |
| Born | Suraj Mani 30 August 1972 |
| Origin | Thangal Kunju Musaliar College of Engineering |
| Genres | Rock |
| Occupations | Mechanical engineer, musician, poet, songwriter, entrepreneur |
| Instruments | Guitar |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Label | Aum i Artistes |
| Website | https://www.surajmani.in/ |
Suraj Mani is an Indian rock musician, poet, songwriter, and the lead vocalist of the band Motherjane.[1] Associated with India's indie rock music, Mani has performed with various bands including Thaikkudam Bridge,[2] Indian Ocean, Shubha Mudgal, Indus Creed, Megadeth,[1] Opeth,[1] Third Eye Blind, and Mr. Big.
He is the founder and vocalist of the band Suraj Mani and The Tattva Trip (SMATTT).[2] He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Thangal Kunju Musaliar College of Engineering, Kollam.[3][4] Alongside his music career, he is the founder and CEO of the HVAC firm Suraj Mani Engineers Pvt. Ltd.,[5] and has established Aum I Artistes[2] and the Aum I Art Foundation.[6]
Albums and releases
- Insane Biography: Motherjane, 2002. Produced by Aum I Artistes. Songs from the album include "Mindstreet," "Soul Corporation," "Questions," and "Disillusioned".
- Maktub: Motherjane, 2008. Produced by Aum I Artistes. Songs from the album include "Chasing the Sun," "Fields of Sound," "Broken," "Maktub," and "Karmic Steps".
- The Tattva Trip: Suraj Mani, 2012. Produced by Aum I Artistes, this album was Suraj Mani's first solo work. The release included a book featuring artwork and story line of his journey as an artist. Songs from the album include "Tribes of Babel," "Whole," "The Gift," "Rise Up," and "The Tattva Trip".
- In April 2020, Mani released the single "I am Fine".[7]
- In June 2020, Mani released a four-song EP, titled "Rinse and Repeat".[8]
Awards and recognition
- Best Rock Vocalist in Asia – AVIMA 2010 The World's Largest Indie Awards
- Best Singer – The Jack Daniels Rock Awards 2008–2009[9]
- Best Singer/Songwriter – The Leon Ireland Award 2008–2009[10]
- Best Album Art (The Tattva Trip) – The Jack Daniel Rock Awards 2014[11]
- Best Rock Album (Maktub) – Rolling Stone Magazine 2008,[12] Unwind Awards 2008
References
- 1 2 3 "Motherjane: An Indian Tale -". Rolling Stone India. 25 July 2009. Retrieved 1 September 2018.
- 1 2 3 Rodricks, Allan Moses (17 August 2015). "Suraj Mani: Worth the trip!". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 1 September 2018.
- ↑ "ragging did me good!". suraj mani- the singing sensei. Retrieved 13 August 2020.
- ↑ Vellanchola, Rasal (13 August 2020). "In conversation with Suraj Mani: A TKM Alumnus who'd later become a Music and Entrepreneurship…". Medium. Retrieved 13 August 2020.
- ↑ "Behind that painted smile". Deccan Herald. 28 July 2018. Retrieved 1 September 2018.
- ↑ Rodricks, Allan Moses (19 April 2018). "Imagine all the people…". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 1 September 2018.
- ↑ Menon, Anasuya (17 April 2020). "Rock musician Suraj Mani's new single is on separation and hope". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 30 July 2020.
- ↑ "Rinse and Repeat - Suraj Mani: Song Lyrics, Music Videos & Concerts". Shazam. Retrieved 28 April 2026.
- ↑ "Accolades for rock act". The Hindu. 27 April 2009. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 1 September 2018.
- ↑ "It rained rock". The Hindu. 8 July 2009. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 1 September 2018.
- ↑ "Sky Rabbit Take Home Top Honors at the 9th Jack Daniel's Annual Rock Awards -". Rolling Stone India. 22 February 2014. Retrieved 1 September 2018.
- ↑ "The Telegraph – Calcutta (Kolkata) | Entertainment | The Good Life". The Telegraph. Kolkota. Archived from the original on 1 September 2018. Retrieved 1 September 2018.