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Padam Bista was a respected Nepali folk singer and a Nepal Police officer known for his dedication to preserving Nepal’s diverse musical heritage. A prominent figure of the cassette and Radio Nepal era, he traveled across regions, learning, collecting, and performing traditional melodies. He collected songs from Eastern Nepal to Western Nepal and helped preserve them in the treasury of Nepali folk music. His voice carried everything from eastern melodies to Tamang selo and western jhyaure songs. His powerful, earthy vocal tone and his ability to represent multiple regional styles made him a beloved figure among folk‑song listeners. Through stage performances, police cultural programs, and analog recordings, he brought rural stories and musical traditions to a national audience. Although digital records of his work are limited today, his songs continue to be remembered with respect and nostalgia by those who grew up listening to him.

Rajan Thakuri is a Nepali folk and dohori singer, lyricist, and composer known for his expressive vocal style and long-standing contribution to lok‑geet and live dohori culture. Active since the late 2000s, he is recognized for popular songs such as “Sansar Ghati Chha,” “Eauta Chitthi Lekhna Manlachha,” “Timrai Jhalko Timrai,” “Simsim Pani,” and “Haatma Lagyo Sunya.” His work spans studio recordings, panchebaja performances, and extensive live dohori shows in Nepal and abroad. Thakuri frequently collaborates with leading artists including Bishnu Majhi, Sirjana Birahi Thapa, Laxmi Neupane, and Phanindra Thakuri, making him a consistent voice in modern Nepali folk music.

Avay Dhungel is a singer, musician and songwriter. Most of the songs they sing, they give their own words and music. Born in Okhaldhunga, Pokali VDC, folk singer Avay Dhungel recently lives in the US. Avay's father Nabin Dhungel is also a popular folk singer. Avay sang 'purbeli kanchho', 'supari jai ko mala', aakashaima are very popular songs, "Sali Bhena" is the most popular song he has given to music. Over two dozen songs have been voiced by Avay Dhungel so far and six albums have been released.

Purushottam Neupane is a celebrated Nepalese folk singer known for his contributions to the Lok Dohori genre. His music reflects the rich cultural heritage of Nepal, blending traditional melodies with heartfelt lyrics. Songs like "Hall Suneko" and "Jhil Jhil Sitara" showcase his talent and passion for folk music.