Sia’s song “Never Give Up” from the Lion soundtrack features the tanpura (credited to producer Greg Kurstin), alongside background influences and rhythms resembling the tabla and traditional dhol drums. [1, 2]
- Tanpura (Tambura): Explicitly listed in the official album liner notes as played and programmed by Greg Kurstin, providing the persistent, hypnotic drone underpinning the track.
- Tabla and Dhol Elements: The percussion arrangement incorporates Bollywood-inspired Indian rhythmic flavors and percussion styles reminiscent of the tabla and dhol to match the film’s Indian setting. [1, 2, 3]
