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The Bridge by Sammy Chand

Sammy Chand
South Asian Music
Rukus Avenue Radio
Punjabi Music
Bollywood
Los Angeles
South Asian Diaspora
Indian Film Festival Of Los Angeles
Diaspora
Hip Hop
Rukus Avenue
Jasmeen Akhtar
Dhurandar the Revenge
American Desi
Diljit Dosanjh
Punjabi Hip Hop
Indian Cinema
Mental Health
Ankur Tewari
Arijit Singh
The Bridge By Sammy Chand

Meet Sammy Chand, Your Host on The Bridge—Welcome to The Bridge, the only daily show covering the diaspora of the Indian subcontinent, airing nationally across North America on Rukus Avenue Radio/iHeart Radio. I'm your host, Sammy Chand, and I'm thrilled to share my passion for South Asian music and culture with you. A Pioneer in the Industry— With almost three decades of experience, I've been at ... more

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June 3, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Sudesh Bhosle"

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Episode 546

ON TODAY'S SHOW

Sammy Chand sits down with the legendary Sudesh Bhosle — the playback voice behind Amitabh Bachchan for decades, a ma... more

June 2, 2026 — "Across The Lanes"

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Episode 545

ON TODAY'S SHOW

Sammy Chand opens Tuesday with a wide-pull hour spanning the top of the chart and the new music driving it forward. The countdown's No1 —... more

June 1, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Rashmeet Kaur"

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Episode 544

ON TODAY'S SHOW

Sammy Chand sits down with Rashmeet Kaur — the free-spirit, multi-form artist whose Faqeeran (Live) sat at No4 on las... more

May 29, 2026 — "The Top 20 Countdown"

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Episode 543

ON TODAY'S SHOW

It's Friday on The Bridge — the Top 20 Countdown that closes out the week. And the chart just made history again. Sanju Rathod's Bang... more

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Sahib Samra
Punjabi singer featured on the countdown show
UK-based artist
Episode: May 28, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Sahib Samra"
Rajiv Satyal
Comedian, actor, and community figure
Independent entertainer active in South Asian diaspora events
Episode: May 27, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Rajiv Satyal"
Gayathri Krishnan
A multi-hyphenate artist blending Carnatic classical training with contemporary R&B and pop
Independent artist featured on The Bridge
Episode: May 26, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Gayathri Krishnan"
Ali Zafar
Artist; singer, actor, painter; touring North America
Independent artist / Sufi tour
Episode: May 25, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Ali Zafar"
Jazzy B
Guest featured in the countdown sequence
Musician
Episode: Countdown Show - May 22 - May 24
Big Bird
Guest featured in opening promos
Character/Voice/Testival
Episode: Countdown Show - May 22 - May 24
Suraj Kalyan Verma
Member of Indofuzon band
Indofuzon
Episode: May 21, 2026 "The Sound — Top 15 of the Duology"
Sanjay Verma
Member of Indofuzon band
Indofuzon
Episode: May 21, 2026 "The Sound — Top 15 of the Duology"
Reshma Dordi
Transformative national figure in South Asian media, Showbiz India host
Showbiz India / LA community initiatives
Episode: May 20, 2026 "The Revenge & The Cut"

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Sammy Chand
Host of The Bridge; long-time South Asian media and music executive with ties to Rukus Avenue Radio and iHeart Radio

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November 24, 2025
Q: How has hip-hop transitioned from a local to a global phenomenon, and what parallels do you see with Indian hip-hop scenes?
The hosts and guests trace a path from MC crowds and party-oriented roots to artful, message-driven lines, noting how regional scenes in Mumbai and Delhi developed distinct voices while sharing a broader ethos of innovation and cultural exchange.
May 25, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Ali Zafar"
Q: How has your background across multiple art forms influenced the way you perform today?
Ali explains that his artistry is not a calculated strategy but a natural evolution across singing, acting, painting, and filmmaking, which allows him to connect beyond genre boundaries.
May 25, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Ali Zafar"
Q: Tell us about the inspiration behind your Sufi tour and what audiences can expect at the LA show.
Ali describes the tour as an inward journey through sacred poetry and self-connection, aiming to create an experience where audiences feel an inner peace and ecstasy through his music.
May 26, 2026 — "Sammy Chand Interviews Gayathri Krishnan"
Q: What is the advice you give to a young South Asian girl looking up to you and wanting to follow a similar path?
Don't rush your journey. Take your time, listen to yourself, take breaks when needed, and trust that if you feel something, others will feel it too. The path is personal and universal at the same time, and consistency with authenticity matters more than rapid progress.
November 20, 2025
Q: Tell us about Folded and the collaborators involved.
Folded is a remix rooted in Kalani's core R&B with a reggae twist, featuring DJ Noise and a Solomon Islands collaboration with Sean Reeve, highlighting the artist's joy in working with legends and peers.

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A high-energy daily show centered on South Asian music and diaspora culture, with a strong emphasis on contemporary tracks, artist spotlights, and cross-platform media partnerships. Across recent episodes, listeners can expect music curation from Punjabi and Bollywood-influenced repertoires, lively host-led conversations about culture, fashion, parenting safety, and leadership, plus timely news and expert commentary on media and entertainment. The program frequently features guest contributors from music, film, journalism, and diaspora-focused outlets, delivering insider perspectives, culture-shaping conversations, and world updates tailored to North American South Asian communities. A standout trait is its long-running, multi-segment forma... more

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