Raveena

Victor Gonzalez
Jun 16
2 min read

Raveena Brings Meditation to Scoot Inn | June 4, 2025 | Scoot Inn, Austin

Deep into her set, Raveena guided a crowd of sweaty concertgoers through "Let Your Breath Become a Flower," her signature meditation track she performs at her shows. For about three minutes, the chatty audience at Scoot Inn went completely silent. I'd read about this moment in other reviews and always assumed it would be forced or out of place. But experiencing it live, it was evident how well Raveena built her set so it flowed naturally.

That moment captured everything about her performance—anything Raveena attempted felt effortless and fitting. Her voice moved seamlessly between jazz runs and Indian classical techniques, backed by traditional instruments that felt natural rather than familiar. When she sang in Hindi during "Kehna Hi Kya," it was a reflection of who she is as an artist.

Renao opened with smooth R&B that showed off his strong vocals. The London-based artist, who describes his sound as "Frank Ocean meets Harry Styles," brought a polished bedroom-pop sensibility that complemented the evening's intimate vibe.

Raveena's set worked because she didn't oversell anything. When she switched to a Britney-style headset mic for "Secret," the pop-star theatrics felt as natural as her earlier Indian classical vocals—a testament to how effortlessly she pulls from the entire spectrum of global culture. Austin got a performance that trusted the music to speak for itself, with moments of genuine surprise along the way.

Find Raveena at: Instagram, Website, and streaming everywhere. Her latest album "Where the Butterflies Go in the Rain" is available on all platforms.