Never cease to learn | an interview of Jim Ankan Deka by The Statesman
Never cease to learn | The Statesman | SATURDAY, 3 MAY, 2014 | Meyeinla Longchar spoke to Jim Ankan Deka about his album Aawaz and his formative days as a musician. Never cease to learn - The Statesman AFTER receiving three International Music Video Awards for his heart rending Hindi-Assamese musical album Aawaz and collaborating with artists for years, Jim Ankan Deka is set to become a household name. After releasing the album, he is now envisaging biggerer and better projects. He is humble enough to talk on everything —from the intricacies of melody to his favourite hobby. Despite achieving all that defines a successful artist, he is still a kind and giving soul. Excerpts: • You were a member of the first Assamese rock band, Prahar, and released an album at the age of 15. When did you fist realise you wanted to pursue musk? - I had never thought of making a career out of music. Even now, I am miles away from commercial music. But I always thought I would continue my mus