Abby V
Abby V (born Abhishek Venkatachalam) is a Canadian–Indian singer, songwriter, music producer, and composer known for blending Indian classical music (both Hindustani and Carnatic) with Western and contemporary styles. He is Tamilian by origin, with ancestral roots in Kerala; his grandparents later moved to Delhi before his family eventually settled in Canada. Abby grew up in Toronto, where he trained in both Western and Indian classical music and earned degrees in music performance and production technology.
He gained widespread recognition in 2020 with his viral video “73 Ragas with Abby,” which showcased his deep understanding of classical ragas and introduced him to a global audience. Since then, Abby V has built extensive experience as a recording artist and performer, collaborating with world-renowned musicians across India and North America. His work reflects a strong cross-cultural musical foundation, making him a distinctive and versatile voice in contemporary global music.