On Saturday, January 28th, Simon Pipe featuring iNDRANi and Onika Best take the stage at the annual Bequia Music Fest.

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY to Barbados, the home of turquoise waters, golden sand, and oceans of talent

Listen out for iNDRANi live on www.caribvoiceradio.org this Saturday morning, with a group of Visionaries, hosted by Aubry Padmore

Listeners tuned into top German radio station "funkhaus europa" at 9:40a.m on Oct. 29th were treated to the sound of iNDRANi. The Singer/Songwriter made quite an impression at a 'Jam Session' held at the Caribbean booth for WOMEX 2011, and was invited to do a live performance of her revolutionary single "MISSION" on air and have an interview with journalist Hu-Young. iNDRANi was introduced as an artist (originating out of the Caribbean) to 'look out for,' with an intriguing and signature style of guitar strumming, hauntingly beautiful vocals, and powerful messages in her music.

On the heels of fulfilling another Songwriting assignment in Jamaica with reggae/dancehall star, MR. VEGAS, iNDRANi prepares to attend WOMEX in Copenhagen, Denmark. 

"It was one of the most instrumental trips of my life." The Singer/Songwriter shares. "Writing with Mr. Vegas is a thrill. He challenges me to 'up' my game; most times, I have to write 2 - 3 songs on the same 'riddim;' one for him, one for me, and one for another artist of his choice...or quite often, the song decides whom it's for. I am loving the experience of sharpening my skills and going back to the drawing board; of course, I also love when he likes the song from the get-go," iNDRANi added, with her signature smile. "In a career wrought with competition, ego, and control, I have tremendous respect and appreciation for people who genuinely inspire and encourage others to grow forward. I've met a few more people like that recently. There's a kind of litmus test I do when approached by people in the industry; I mention my mentor, EDDY GRANT and explain that I'll want to run whatever proposition it is on the table, by him first. Their reaction informs my decision."

She has been hard at work over the past few months, writing and co-writing songs for reggae/dancehall star, MR.VEGAS, who has also made it his business to push her forward as a Solo Artist, having aligned her with Q45 studios, top Songwriter/Producer, Mikie Bennett and Rory from Jamaican's #1 sound system, Stone Love. "It was an absolute honour experience working with Mikie. He co-wrote of one of the songs I recorded there on this most recent trip. Having him guide me from the control room while I was in the booth, was sweetly reminiscent of those foundation days and years with Eddy. One word to describe the experience on a whole: B-L-I-S-S. Some boss musicians also blessed the track with their brilliance and great vibes. Rory from Stone Love is practically a legend where I come from, and I absolutely love his spirit. He's so down to earth yet not limited to this earth; I tend to gravitate to these people. His creative openness allows him to channel and create some powerful and mystic music. Mr.Vegas, Lexxus, Mikie, Rory, Q, Junior, Chester, the immortal spirit of Bob (Marley) and the blessing of my root, Eddy (Grant) - these are some of the names responsible for me making my way to Jamaica in the very near future.

With internationally chart-topping feel good anthem, "SWEET JAMAICA" under her belt (co-written with Mr.Vegas, Shaggy, and Josey Wales) iNDRANi is fast becoming known as the Diane Warren of the Caribbean.

Stay tuned to this site for regular updates, highlights, and give-aways

For the next month, the Songwriter will be collaborating with reggae/dancehall star, Mr. Vegas to write new material for his upcoming album. Already days into her follow-up Songwriting sojourn on the island of Jamaica, three songs have already been written and recorded, and the next few weeks promise to conjure up many more musical gems.

Watch this site to track the latest highlights, more of which will be shared shortly.

"It would normally be quite difficult for a record company boss, to fairly comment, and be honestly critical of the works or general artistic merit of a single artist on his label. There is always the possibility of "going over the top" for one artist at the expense of another, or all others on the label, or worse yet, to come to the label. I find myself quite often in this position, because the artists I represent tend to be controversial in some way or other, as invariably, they hold very strong life and artistic positions. The artist iNDRA (a.k.a ‘iNDRANi’) certainly qualifies in this department. While other female singers have been busy copying the latest version of the American male’s fantasy, Indra has been digging deep into her Caribbean roots in order to find that which is closest to her spiritually and musically. When all is said and done, it’s all about the music, and iNDRA(Ni) to my mind has demonstrated that she has learned her trade well. In every department she ranks among the best there is, and I find no difficulty in saying, that across all entertainment disciplines, she is the best and most naturally gifted female artist to have arrived on the Caribbean entertainment scene. Hopefully it won’t be too long before the rest of the world acknowledges that the same should be said for everywhere." EDDY GRANT [Music Mogul, C.E.O of Ice Records Ltd & Related Companies.]

"Indra Rudder is fast becoming a #1 top writer in reggae music, her work has now gone global with the hit single "Sweet Jamaica." - MR.VEGAS, who is currently on his "SWEET JAMAICA" tour.

"SWEET JAMAICA" - the new Jamaican people's anthem by: Mr.Vegas, Shaggy and Josey Wales

• #1 Germany reggae charts
• #1 BBC 1Xtra
• #1 MTV Africa
• #5 U.K. reggae charts
• #1 Video Alley

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJvmeIbKbNo

Faithful fans and supporters, "SWEET JAMAICA," featuring stars, MR.VEGAS, platinum selling artist SHAGGY, and Jamaican music stalwart has claimed the #1 spot in Germany, as well as #1 on MTV Africa, while climbing the U.K. reggae charts. iNDRANi co-wrote the 'feel good anthem' with the Jamaican artistes, and has just returned from a Songwriting stint, working on new material for MR.VEGAS, NATEL and other Jamrock artistes. The impressive music video to "SWEET JAMAICA" was directed by none other than JAY WILLS, and rose to #1 on the Video Alley charts.