Fusion Band "Shakti" Wins Grammy for Best Global Music Album.

Awards | Dated: 04 Feb 2026

The fusion band "Shakti", featuring Shankar Mahadevan, Zakir Hussain, John McLaughlin, V. Selvaganesh, and Ganesh Rajagopalan, won the Grammy Award for "Best Global Music Album" for their album "This Moment". Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain also won two other Grammys.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Zakir Hussain won "Best Global Music Performance" for "Pashto" and "Best Contemporary Instrumental Album" for "As We Speak".
  • This Moment is Shakti's first studio album in 46 years.
  • Taylor Swift won "Album of the Year" for "Midnights".

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Winner: Shakti.
  • Album: This Moment.
  • Award: Grammy.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which Indian fusion band won the Grammy Award 2026 for the Best Global Music Album "This Moment"?

Correct Answer: Shakti

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About Grammys

  • Presented by – The Recording Academy
  • Location – Los Angeles