Achanté

"I am the sun: Achanté Releases Powerful Ballad on Self-Love. It tells a captivating tale of the duality that exists within us all, personified by the sun, in the repeated lyrics ‘I heal, I burn’. - Noor Anand Chawla, The Sunday Guardian / CLICK TO READ THE NEWSPAPER FEATURE

“In Toronto, a show of solidarity for India’s students through songs, poems and chai” - Aparita Bhandari, CBC / CLICK TO READ THE ARTICLE

"For Achanté, music is not just sound—it’s a way to understand herself and the world around her. “The inspiration has always come from within, not from the outside world,” she shares. “It began as a way to process my emotions when I was leaving my home, my family, and my friends. Over time, songwriting has evolved into a tool for making sense of what it means to be human in 2025.” - Miami City Weekly / CLICK TO READ THE INTERVIEW

“From Shriya’s smooth R&B vibes to Achanté’s cosmic neo-jazz anthem, these five indie musicians are making waves with their latest releases.” - Yatamanyu Narain, News 18 / CLICK TO READ THE ARTICLE

“Achanté’s music is all about connection—whether it moves you emotionally or gets you moving physically. Our Top Artist To Watch in 2025" - Denis, 24 Hip Hop / CLICK TO READ THE ARTICLE

"Mumbai-bred and Toronto-based versatile singer-songwriter Achanté spoke with us about her growing music discography, particularly the new additions ‘I Am The Sun’ and ‘Rickshaw Ride To Nowhere,’ which forge the crux of her debut EP ‘Journey to the Centre of the Hearth.’ - Denver Cardozo, Ticket Fairy / CLICK TO READ THE INTERVIEW

“This empowering anthem from Black and South Asian artists in Toronto came out of Canada’s largest songwriting camp. “This song is a confidence booster for someone like myself. It’s a hype song for women who work hard and own our power,” Achanté told Now Toronto." - Roveena Jassal, Now Toronto / CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

"Toronto Dream Team Achanté’, Spitty & Siren Sav deliver ‘Princess Bitch Energy’ - A Self Love Dance Anthem - Ariyan, Rolling Hype /  CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

“The addictive self-love dance track combines rappers Spitty and Siren Sav’s unique hip hop flows, singer Achanté’s stunningly sultry vocal hooks and producer Colin Ong’s punchy production to create a self-hype track that celebrates women who groove to their own rhythm, stand in their own power and wear their crown, unapologetically, everyday.” - Lisa, 24 Hip Hop / CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

“Achanté's diverse musical influences, ranging from neo soul and jazz to pop and Carnatic music, contribute to the track's unique and non-formulaic sound.”  - Disha Bijolia, Homegrown / CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

"Achanté’s newest single is the gentle piano-aided “Serotonin Skies.” The soothing ballad also includes a string section, vocal overlays, mellifluous harmonies as well as captivating and emotional lead vocals from Achanté. In a statement, the artist said, “I wrote ‘Serotonin Skies’ three years ago for a long-ago love, but over time, space, two continents, and the many people who have been part of its journey, its meaning has evolved to become an expansive ode – to love, reborn.” - David Britto, Rolling Stone Magazine, India | CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

“Singing of love, endings and the oasis that is life, ‘Serotonin Skies’ sets the stage for an EP that brings depth to the Toronto music scene. A soft soul who “loves love” and describes herself as “too optimistic for her own good”, Achanté hopes to change the way we consume music, reminding us that love leads." - Imaani Walker, Beatcave | CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE 

“The track is a beautiful and powerful piece of music. It speaks to the power of love and being reborn from heartbreak, exploring both the struggles and the joys of finding and reclaiming love. The song starts off with a gentle introduction and builds to an emotional crescendo, with Achante’s powerful vocals reminiscent of a master storyteller guiding us on a journey through their emotional experiences.” - Rohit Jadhav, The Indian Music Diaries | CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

"The song’s dream-pop production sits perfectly with Achanté’s mellifluous vocals and lush texture. In a statement, she said, “This track brings [the] Torontonian and South Asian diaspora together. It weaves the story of two star-crossed lovers, and skillfully maneuvers the listener through feelings of passion, nostalgia, unrequited love and closure.” - David Britto, Rolling Stone Magazine, India | CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE

“Mumbai-bred artists; Karan Viegas (based in Brooklyn) and Toronto-based Chantelle Menezes aka Achanté recently delivered a warm neo-soul cover of the timeless George Gershwin classic “Summertime.” The duo showcases Indian and African influences across their version as they share vocal duties brilliantly while slick piano work, percussive chants, lush pads and several modulations, as well as soundscapes of birds, meadows and swaying trees, give the track a seismic lift” - David Britto, Rolling Stone Magazine, India | CLICK TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE