S. J. Jananiy - Nominated for a Grammy® for Their Contribution to a Contemporary Blues Album “THE FURY”
S. J. Jananiy played a Key Role in Antonio Vergara's The Fury Album.
The participation of S. J. Jananiy in Antonio Vergara's acclaimed album The Fury has
been recognized with a nomination announced on 08 November, 2024 for the 2025
Grammy® in the category of Best Contemporary Blues Album. This nomination marks
a significant milestone in S. J. Jananiy's career, who played a key role in the creation
of a project that not only celebrates the roots of blues but takes them to new heights
with its fusion of traditional and modern sounds.
The Fury, released on August 29, 2024, features 13 tracks that explore the richness
of contemporary blues while incorporating innovation from artists around the world.
With contributions from several international collaborators, the album stands out for its
musical diversity and the impressive quality of its compositions. S. J. Jananiy was a
part of this groundbreaking project, adding a unique layer of emotion and authenticity.
Album link: https://antoniovergara.ffm.to/thefury
A Key Contribution to The Fury
The participation of S. J. Jananiy in The Fury has been crucial to the album's distinctive
character. S. J. Jananiy joined a talented group of musicians and artists to create an
album that goes beyond traditional blues, blending influences from various cultures
and sounds. Jananiy's personal contribution highlights the depth of the project and
underscores the impact of collaboration in contemporary music.
“Nocturnal Bohemians” - 10th song of this album performed by S. J. Jananiy:
https://youtu.be/BfZR1OcSqzM?si=_R9E89-vxN0poxvW
About S. J. Jananiy
S. J. Jananiy is an Indian National and a Multi-Global Award-Winning Film Composer,
Carnatic and Hindustani Classical Vocalist, Singer-Songwriter, Western Classical
Singer, Music Director, Playback Singer, Performer, Carnatic Keyboardist, Music
Producer, Record Producer, Sound Engineer, Keyboardist/Pianist/Harmonium Player,
and a Polygenre Artist. The Government of India bestowed her with the prestigious
'National Award' (Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar) in 2002. Bestowed with the
'Kalai Maamani' Award by the Government of Tamilnadu, 2018. Jananiy is a
Grammy® Nominee, a Grammy® Voting member, and a Member of the Recording
Academy Producer & Engineer Wing. Jananiy won the global honours: 2 times ISSA
International Singer-Songwriters Association Award, Atlanta, USA; 4 times
InterContinental Music Awards, USA; GOLD AWARD by W.A.M Awards, USA; 2 times
New Age Notes Radio Award (NANR), USA; 2 times COVR Awards, USA; Peace Song
Awards, LA, USA. Jananiy is an IRAA Award & 6 times Clef Music Awards Winner.
Her International song 'I'm Flying High' hit number 8 on the iTunes Alternative Music
charts. Her debut English song Believe in You, topped 19th place on the Euro Indie
Music Chart. Jananiy is an A Grade artist of All India Radio. She is a prodigy with 25
years of experience in Music. In Western Classical Music, Jananiy is an ATCL Vocal,
Grade 8 Vocal, Keyboard & Theory @ Trinity College London. In Hindustani Vocal,
Jananiy holds a Senior Diploma. Jananiy is a Graduate in Economics from Stella Maris
College, and an MA & MPhil in Music from Queen Mary's College, Chennai. Jananiy
is currently pursuing a PhD in Music.
The Impact of The Fury
The Grammy® nomination for The Fury reflects the magic that is created when artists
from around the world unite with a shared vision. With contributions from renowned
international artists, the album has crossed borders and reached a global audience.
The inclusion of S. J. Jananiy in this project highlights the power of music to connect
people from different cultures and create a dialogue that transcends the musical.
This project reaffirms the place of Antonio Vergara and all of its collaborators at the
forefront of contemporary blues, showing that the genre continues to evolve and
resonate with new generations. The Grammy® nomination not only celebrates the
individual talent of the artists but also the power of collaboration and the ability of music
to transform and inspire.
Claudia Correa Antonio Vergara, Artist
CEO of AVA Records THE FURY Album Producer & Composer