Carlton Braganza is an Indian singer and entertainer known for his hour-long "Jukebox Jammies" music sessions during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdowns.[1][2][3] During the COVID pandemic lockdown in India, Braganza started "Jukebox Jammies" on 22 March 2020.[4][5] The series ran for almost 250 episodes, receiving more than 10 million views across Facebook and YouTube by the end of 2021.[6] Braganza launched a virtual talent competition called 'KroaKING'' in 2022.[7] Carlton performed with Natalie Di Luccio at the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival in 2023.[8]

Carlton Braganza
NationalityIndian
Alma materSt. Xavier's College, Mumbai
Notable workOPUS, Myopusradio and JUKEBOX JAMMIES
Websitecarltonbraganza.com

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Braganza was recognized at the India Nightlife Convention & Awards 2021 in the "Lockdown's Leading Lights" category for his contributions during the pandemic.[9]

References

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  1. ^ Muthalaly, Shonali (16 May 2020). "This Bengaluru musician has been jamming from his bedroom for 54 days straight". The Hindu. Retrieved 12 March 2023.
  2. ^ "Independent musicians thrive as pandemic silences Bollywood". Eyewitness News. 8 December 2020. Retrieved 12 March 2023.
  3. ^ "Independent Musicians Shine Bright As Pandemic Silences Bollywood". NDTV Movies. Retrieved 12 March 2023.
  4. ^ P, Mahalakshmi (June 20, 2020). "Cult Following: Supporting their own". The Times of India.
  5. ^ Dhanaraj, Ruth (June 20, 2020). "Bridge over troubled waters". The Hindu.
  6. ^ "Carlton Braganza on Why Playing Daily Online Gigs During the Lockdown Was The Best Thing Ever". Rolling Stone India. 7 September 2020.
  7. ^ "Kroaking in his jammies". The Times of India. Retrieved 12 March 2023.
  8. ^ Tagat, Anurag (5 February 2023). "Music Guide to Kala Ghoda Arts Festival 2023: Colonial Cousins, Shantanu Moitra and more". Rolling Stone India. Retrieved 12 March 2023.
  9. ^ "India Nightlife Convention & Awards (INCA) concludes its 5th Edition in Goa". www.prnewswire.com. Retrieved 12 March 2023.
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