Warner Music Group launches 5 Junction label to invest in South Asian artists in the U.S.
By
Laya Neelakandan
Slow-proofed and worth the wait. Worth its weight in flour.
Summary
Music strategist Anjula Acharia, who was told she was "20 years too early" to bring South Asian talent to the U.S., has now launched 5 Junction — a joint label with Warner Music Group focused on investing in South Asian artists. The venture capitalizes on the growing popularity of South Asian music in America, driven by artists like Diljit Dosanjh and Karan Aujla, and reflects a broader industry shift as labels and investors recognize the commercial potential of the South Asian music market.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThat sounded crazy, to think we were 20 years too early, but now, 20 years later, with the explosion of people like Diljit Dosanjh and Karan Aujla, the timing is finally right.
The South Asian music market is not just a niche anymore — it's a billion-dollar opportunity that labels can no longer ignore.
We're seeing a cultural shift where South Asian artists are no longer being boxed into one genre or one audience.
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