Born and raised in New Delhi, India, Shivani is a multi-disciplinary artist, singer-songwriter, author and composer whose work weaves together genres, cultural identities, and emotions. Her work aims to break tradition-based boundaries and is inspired by a blend of storytelling, aesthetics, and spirituality.
Shivani has trained in Hindustani Classical music for twenty years and currently focuses on vilambit khyal, a deep and meditative form of classical music that evokes peace and reflection through melodic improvisations. Shivani has also studied piano at Trinity College London and performed widely across New Delhi and London at venues like the Indian High Commission, Southbank Centre and SOAS University and festivals like All Points East. She has collaborated with prominent producers and vocalists, with her music featured on platforms such as NTS Radio and BBC Introducing, where she was named Artist of the Week.
Shivani is also a poet, with her debut poetry book To the Homes that We Are sold internationally and housed at The Common Press in Shoreditch, where she has also appeared as a guest artist. Her poetry has been widely read at festivals and exhibitions, printed in magazines and shared in universities in the UK, where she currently lives.
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“Beautiful” BBC Introducing Asian Network
“Emotive and powerful…This track is a testament to Sen’s ability to blend her rich cultural heritage with contemporary sounds” Earmilk on You’re Not Coming
“Unapologetically unique” Notion
“Wonderfully warm…captivating” Lock Magazine
“Timeless yet relevant” Music is 4 lovers
“A slice of heartwarming nostalgia” Mesmerized
“Artist to Watch” Rotate Magazine
“One of the best new indie artists in the industry” Pop Passion