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"Indian music is like exercising"

At a time when international artistes are flooding India, his act is arguably, the biggest to look forward to. Multi-Grammy Award winning guitarist Carlos Santana, who mesmerised generations with his classic guitar riffs, is set to rock India later this month. In an exclusive email interview with Ruchika Kher, the man known for his Blues-based guitar lines, opens up about his love for Indian ragas, his impending memoir and starting a restaurant

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Finally, you will be performing in India. What prompted this decision of yours?
This is officially my first visit. From 1972 to 1981 I had a spiritual guru in India, as well. I want to see temples and I would like to see textures and this is what prompted me to visit India.u00a0u00a0Also Indian music is very profound, yet it has humour, but I like the ragas and meditation music. Indian music, is like exercising.

What can people expect from your performance? Will there be a focus on your evergreen hits or will you concentrate on your more recent work?
I am hungry for colours and sounds. My show will not be boring or traditional. It is a two-and-a-half hour presentation, which will take you through a large collection of music.

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