Shakti with John McLaughlin, Béla Fleck, and more

Born in New York City, banjo master Béla Fleck plays bluegrass, jazz, classical, and world music. He is best known for his work with New Grass Revival and the innovative hybrid fusion outfit Béla Fleck & the Flecktones, earning multiple Grammy awards throughout his celebrated career.

Zakir Hussain, born in Mumbai, revolutionized Indian percussion as a tabla maestro. Known for blending Indian and Western music, he co-founded Shakti with John McLaughlin. Hussain collaborated with icons like George Harrison, Mickey Hart, and Pharoah Sanders. His notable works include "Making Music" and "The Melody of Rhythm." Awarded "Padma Shri," he won Grammys with Planet Drum and was named Downbeat's Percussionist of the Year. Hussain's legacy endures through his expansive recordings and influential collaborations.