From Karama to LA: How UAE opened doors to a global music career for this Indian expat
Dubai: Before his international music career, Palash Deshpande was a teenager in Dubai learning to make songs from YouTube tutorials. He has started guitar lessons at a small music academy in Karama at the age of 12. Now 26, Deshpande is a music producer, songwriter, and music educator. Born in Mumbai, he has spent eight formative years growing up in Dubai, from 2010 to 2018. Looking back, he has…
Dubai, UAE: Palash Deshpande, an Indian expatriate, has built a successful career in music after starting his musical journey in Dubai. Beginning guitar lessons at a local academy at 12, he went on to become a music producer, songwriter, and educator. Deshpande credits Dubai for providing him the freedom to experiment, gain experience, and develop the confidence to pursue music professionally.
He pursued audio production courses, interned at a live sound company, and later moved to Boston and Los Angeles to further his education and career.
Growing up in Dubai exposed him to diverse cultures, which in turn shaped his musical identity. His multicultural background has allowed him to work with artists of various backgrounds. Deshpande emphasizes that the opportunities available in Dubai, along with the international exposure, excellent educational options, and supportive community, played a crucial role in preparing him for his global career.
He encourages young people in the UAE to take advantage of the available opportunities and not wait for permission to begin their own journeys.
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