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Renowned Rajasthani folk singer Mangey Khan, who also appeared in Coke Studio, dies at 49 – India TV

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Image Source : X Folk Singer Mangey Khan Noted Rajasthani folk singer Mangey Khan, known for his soulful voice as the lead vocalist of Amarrass Records’ band Barmer Boys, died on Wednesday. He was 49. Khan was suffering from a heart condition and had recently undergone bypass surgery. The musician is survived by his wife and three children. Known for songs such as ‘Bole To Mitho Lage’, ‘Amrano’, ‘Ranaji’ and ‘Pir Jalani’ with fellow band members Sawai Khan and Magada Khan, Khan had performed in different parts of the country and in several countries like Denmark, United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. “Mangey’s passing leaves a void that can’t be filled. He was a dear friend, and an amazing soul with an extraordinary voice. His tragic death at such a young age is a huge loss not just for his family and us, but for the music world. A voice that can never be replaced,” Ashutosh Sharma, founder of Amarrass Records, said. Sharma said they spoke on his way to hospital and the singer told …

Mangey Khan, lead vocalist of Barmer Boys, champion of Rajasthani folk, dies at 49 | Mumbai news

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Mumbai: Mangey Khan, the lead vocalist of the Rajasthani folk band Barmer Boys, has died at the age of 49. Khan, known affectionately as Manga, had recently undergone heart surgery. He is survived by his wife and three children. Mangey Khan, the lead vocalist of the Rajasthani folk band Barmer Boys, has died at the age of 49. (HT Photo) Ashutosh Sharma, founder of Amarrass Records, which represented the Barmer Boys, shared Khan’s last words before entering the hospital: “Tabiyat -Zordaar, miltey hain, operation ke baad” (Health is strong, we’ll meet after the operation). Khan’s journey with Amarrass Records began in 2010 in Ramsar village, Barmer, Rajasthan. Initially accompanying Rukma Bai, the first female Manganiyar singer to perform in public, Khan’s own talent quickly became apparent. His powerful renditions of “Challa Challa” and “Pir Jalani” led to the formation of the Barmer Boys, who made their debut at the Amarrass Desert Music Festival in 2011. Over the years, the Barmer Boys became global ambassadors of Rajasthani contemporary folk music, performing at prestigious events worldwide, including …