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Raghav to headline Middlesbrough Diwali celebrations on October 31

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 14:32 · Archive

Multi-platinum artist Raghav will headline free Diwali celebrations at Middlesbrough's Centre Square on Saturday, October 31, as the centrepiece of a day-long festival marking Diwali, the festival of light.

Raghav, known for blending soulful vocals with Bollywood-inspired beats, rose to international fame with his 2004 album Storyteller, which featured global hits including Angel Eyes, So Confused and Can't Get Enough. The album helped launch South Asian music into the mainstream and earned Raghav multiple awards, including a MOBO, two AMAs and an Urban Music Award.

Kash Patel, producer of Diwali in Middlesbrough, said: 'Seldom do you witness an artist of Raghav's calibre who can produce hit after hit which remain relevant and contemporary almost a quarter of a century on. He has been instrumental in shaping the Asian music scene around the world.' Patel described himself as 'super excited' to bring Raghav from his hometown in Canada to perform exclusively for Middlesbrough.

The free family event will run from noon and includes live music, dance performances, street food, children's activities, funfair rides and market stalls. The day will end with a Bollywood-themed fireworks display. The event is described as a 'multicultural extravaganza' and requires no tickets to attend.

Raghav to headline Middlesbrough Diwali celebrations on October 31
Image: The Northern Echo

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