Aalaap Raju is a popular artist in the South Indian music industry, known for his versatility as a singer, bass player and composer.

His career spans a wide range of genres, from classical to contemporary, jazz to fusion, and film music to indie tracks. Aalaap Raju first gained widespread recognition with his rendition of the song "Ennamo Yedho" from the 2011 film KO, composed by Harris Jayaraj.

This performance not only earned him the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Playback Singer in 2012 but also won him 15 other awards in that calendar year, marking a significant milestone in his career. 

Aalaap is not just a singer but also an accomplished bass player. His ability to blend different musical styles, from classical to jazz to fusion, has made him a sought-after musician. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Ilaiyaraaja, Harris Jayaraj, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, Devi Sri Prasad, Thaman, G.V. Prakash, D.Imman etc.