Ishaqzaade Music Review (BD)

Ishaqzaade Music Review

In Ishq with Ishaqzaade

Ishaqzaade Music Review

Rating: ❤ ❤ ❤ ½

Music Director: Amit Trivedi

Lyrics: Kaushar Hunir

Amit Trivedi's debut collaboration with Yash Raj Films, is a reason ample enough to have huge expectations from Ishaqzaade. Owing to Amit Trivedi's precipitous musical success, this one too, is presumed to be a melodious venture.

Aafaton Ke Parinday

Singers: Suraj Jagan , Divya Kumar

Ishaqzaade kick starts with an alternate rock - dubstep fused score that is vigorous and just sets the mood right. Thanks to major highlight Suraj Kumar and Divya Kumar’s contrasting vocals, rusty feel complements the devil-may-care attitude very well. Scorching guitar riffs and uniquely stylized singing gives a rich music production values to the track. Lyrics are a bit misfit, but passable. Nice start.

Ishaqzaade

Singer: Javed Ali and Shreya Ghoshal

Javed Ali and Shreya Ghoshal’s subtle crooning accompanied with jazzy saxophones and ambient guitar sounds like a typical Amit Trivedi track from Udaan and Aamir but clichéd composition is a big let down here. Track gets low in interlude and soon fades out of the attention. Average.

Chokra Jawaan

Singers: Vishal Dadlani and Sunidhi Chauhan

Chokra Jawaan is pretty much northern – suburban folk song with a kind of pedestrian lyrics. Song is definitely catchy thanks to “Chokra Jawaan” phrase looped for an eternity but musically this track is not very sound. "Ding dang ding” reminds me of Beedi from Omkara. I am a bit disappointed due to singing by Vishal and Sunidhi. Vishal as in Mar Jaiyan from Vicky Donor has overdone it again.

Pareshaan

Singer: Shalmali Kholgade

Pareshaan!! Pareshaan!! Pareshaan!! This one is definitely whole and soul of the album. I would like to have a special mention of singer Shalmali Kholgade. I saw her performing live at “The Bartender” concert and she was impressive! Her distinctive voice texture sounds like a pleasant blend of Madhushree and Shreya Ghoshal. Lyrics are good this time; soulful violins and harmonium are the icing on cake. Best deal of the album by far!

Jhalla Wallah

Singer: Shreya Ghoshal

What Vishal and Sunidhi overdid in Chokra Jawaan, Shreya does it perfectly in Jhalla Wallah. In terms of lyrics, singing, composition and music production, I like this song more than Chokra Jawaan. At the same time, I wonder why two songs of the same genre are placed in an album of only five originals. Anyway, this one is my pick rather than Chokra Jawaan.

Amit Trivedi has hit the right chords, but I felt let down by the remixes (which, AT generally avoids) and a couple of songs. Ishaqzaade is worth a buy; Pareshaan alone is worth the price of the whole album! I am in Ishq with Ishaqzaade!

Hits: Pareshaan, Aafton Ke Parinday

Rating: ❤ ❤ ❤ ½

London Paris New York Music Review

Bollywood Dil Se Music Review: London, Paris, New York

London, Paris, New York

Music Directors: Ali Zafar

Lyrics: Ali Zafar

Bollywood Dil Se Rating: ❤ ❤ ❤

London Paris New York

Singers: Ali Zafar and Sunidhi Chauhan

I heard this riff when screen award aired on television, and was waiting since then, to check out a full fledge music album of Ali Zafar as a Bollywood music director. Opening track is definitely impressive with good mix and simple composition. Ali and Sunidhi crooning this track, makes it better. Ali Zafar as lyricist does a nice  job here. Not particularly this one, but all the songs are significantly smaller on length. Anyway, a good start!

Voh Dekhney Main

Singer: Ali Zafar

Well, times are changing, and so are the wordings. “Who” is spelled here as “Voh” and "Dekhne" as “Dekhnay”; lyricist Ali Zafar didn’t give a thought about it, I guess. The tune sounds too familiar, may be a mash up of two or three tunes, like Main Jiyunga from Break Ke Baad, might not be intensional. Lyrics are peppy with descent music and composition. Song boosts up from 2:19. Interlude sounds misfit but goes audible with the mood.

Ting Rang

Singer: Ali Zafar

This song definitely sounds like Madhubala (MBKD), unless this has got a touch of Punjabi lyrics. Music production is ordinary this time unlike previous two, song somehow lakes the verve and thus, this track is easily a skip.

Maddham Si Madhoshi

Singers: Ali Zafar abd Aditi Rao Hydari

Album seems to be getting back on track. With profound lyrics, addictive tune and pleasant music arrangement, song sounds a bliss. Vocals by Aditi Rao Hydari herself are surprisingly harmonious. She sounds too polished thanks to audio digitalization. Her unique voice texture and meaningful lyrics make this track an ear candy.

Oo Lala

Singers: Sanam Marvi, Hadiqa Kiyani, Ali Zafar

I see name of Hadiqa Kiyani and I am thrilled. I am in love with her songs from Bol : Dil Janiya and Hona Tha Pyar, Wanjli from her album Aasman is on my playlist too (soon will write a post on her), but this time she is not singing a pop song, but for trans genre. This song marks debut of two Pakistani singers in Bollywood, Sanam Marvi and Hadiqa Kiyani. But I must say, Hadiqa Kiyani is wasted here! Song is good and gets really catchy from 2:05 to 2:55, but unlike her previous ones, this track will not remain for a longer span on my ipod.

Aaja

Singer: Ali Zafar

Aaja starts well and picks up the pace after about a minute. The credit for lyrics should go to Bulle Shah this time. Song is quite addictive and grows on you slowly. Songs and music by now, has remained mostly situational and one can easily imagine them fitting between the scenes and background score!

Voh Dekhnay Mein (Female)

Singer: Aditi Rao Hydari

A sweet rendition of Voh Dekhnay Main, but the acoustic version of song this time, reveals uneasiness of Aditi, flawed singing might be intentional but is definitely unconventional.

There are not many variations in the movie, keeping in mind the theme of movie, Ali Zafar gets benefit of doubt. LPNY seems to bring in the trend of Hollywood rom-coms in Bollywood.

Rating: ❤ ❤ ❤ 

Rockstar - A. R. Rahman Music Review

Bollywood Dil Se Music Review: Rockstar

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Rockstar

Music Directors: A.R. Rahman

Lyrics: Irshad Kamil, Rumi

Bollywood Dil Se Rating: ❤  ❤  ❤  ❤ ½

Phir Se Udd Chala

Singer: Mohit Chauhan

Finally, we have it! Rockstar’s music is out today after many speculations. The journey of 14 masterpieces begins with this one. Mohit Chauhan (who appears on 7 songs out of 14) starts off with his known style of singing. The song is simply breath taking. Everything right from Rahmanic beginning to Techno transition after about a minute, Mohit Chauhan’s voice, and lyrics, all sound apt. Previous two albums of Rahman did not have hummable lyrics but this time its Irshad Kamil. So the album will appeal to mass and class both.This is the way to begin the A. R. Rahman album. I love these phrases.

Kisi manzar par main ruka nahi,
Kabhi khud se bhi main mila nahi,
Yeh gila toh hai main khafa nahi,
Shehar ek se gaon ek se,
Log ek se naam ek hoo…

Jo Bhi Main

Singer: Mohit Chauhan

O ye ye! After the kick-start, the album starts progressing on its theme viz. Rock! And yes, a soft rock in Mohit Chauhan’s voice. Lyrics and composition rock big time. However, there is nothing new in sounds for this song but composition simply rocks me. And Rahman’s music arrangement is so brilliant, that it can make an ordinary sounding song the ultimate addiction.

Kateya Karoon

Singer: Harshdeep Kaur

This song is one of the best songs of the album. The typical Punjabi folk sounding track has some brilliant crooning by Harshdeep Kaur. I remember she was a contestant in a reality show on NDTV. The song pumps great oomph until the end, but the song gets a beautiful subtle ending. One more reason to love the song is its lyrics. The meaning of Saari Raatein katiya karoon is “to spin, all night” and tera roon is “your cotton”. The literal meaning says that the beloved wants to spin the cotton of her lover by which she means that she would do anything for him the whole night.

Kun Fayakun

Singers: A. R. Rahman, Javed Ali, Mohit Chauhan

Be and it is! This is the literal meaning of Kun Faaya Kun (even I was unknown about it, I goggled it). Music of A. R. Rahman is distinctive from the parallel bunch of music directors due to many reasons, but the strong main reason is the divinity and soulfulness in his music. Be it Khwaja Mere Khwaja or Piya Haji Ali, Rahman has always worshipped Allah with his whole heart, and this song can be added to the roll for sure. Javed Ali scores once again after Maula from Delhi - 6.Rahman composed this song especially for Dargah Of Nizammudin and I have no doubt why it sounds so pious.

Sheher Mein

Singers: Mohit Chauhan, Karthik

Groovy! That’s the only word to describe the song. Song has very familiar music arrangement but what makes the song an outstanding one is the composition and lyrics. Mohit Chauhan does a nice job once again.  I feel Mohit Chauhan will reach new horizons after this album. The blend of Indo – Western lyrics add different flavor to the song as well.

Hava Hava

Singer: Mohit Chauhan

Dear readers, please don’t mind when I refer about Rahman’s composition in each and every song of the album. Yes, Rahman again brings out the unique, addictive, unexpected composition that sounds so fresh due to innovative music production.  Mohit Chauhan seems to be singing in “The Masakalli” mood and I can’t help but to grove simultaneously by the uncanny crooning.The song has a brilliant ending as well.

Aur Ho

Singers: Mohit Chauhan, Alma Ferovic

I loved Mere Yaar Mila De from Saathiyaa. The song Aur Ho has the same mood, but that’s the only thing similar between the two songs. The prior one had Indo-Arabic beats where as this one has a rock attitude! Lyrics sound grungy and painful. Alma Ferovic is noteworthy. I wish if Rahman had sung all the songs, just a notion. Aur Ho! This what the title says, and so do I, bring it more!The song is a slow poison.

Tango For Taj

Instrumental

The first instrumental of the album. It kicks off with the trademark Rahman style piano orchestral and soon turns soulful due to violins and mouth organs. I must say, Rahman at its melodic best!

Tum Ko

Singer: Kavita Krishnamurthy

Kavita Subramanium aka Krishnamurthy has delieverd some massive hits with Rahman and this one will be one of them, for sure. Soothing, the only word to describe the whole musical experience that Rahman has created. The synthesized bass beats with Tabla and violin is something that only Rahman can serve.

The Dichotomy of Fame

Instrumental Feat. Balesh on Shehnai & Kabuli on Guitars

Well, correct me if I am wrong, but this song is actually picturised on the legendary Shammi Kapoor. This song is the second (and last) instrumental on the cover. And I get to know about two more rock stars after this instrumental, Balesh and Kabuli. Balesh is a prodigy of Shehnai and so is Kabuli on guitars.

Naadaan Parindey

Singers: A. R. Rahman, Mohit Chauhan

This song is filmed for climax. I may sound raw and informal, but yes, the song gives me goose bumps! I guess this one will surpass Sadda Haq as soon as its promo comes out. Love the way Irshad does it and love the way Rahman does it! Simply addictive!

Tum Ho

Singers: Mohit Chauhan, Suzanne D'Mello

I have been listening this tune now and then in the trailer of Rockstar, but the song itself is very different than what it seems in the promo. The song is the reprised version of Tum Ko Paa Hi Liya, but reprised version in its true forms. The lyrics, tempo and beats, all differ from the Kavita Subraminium song. however, I like both. It’s a tough choice to pick out one from these two.

Sadda Haq

Singers: Mohit Chauhan feat. Orianthi on Guitars

(Choral Vocal Arrangements by Clinton Cerejo)

The song is a rave hit already. And no doubt, it deserves all the hype. Actually, it was Sadda Haq, that created the superlative hype for this album, and I think, the album fairly survives the expectation. Orianthi was the lead guitarist in the MJ’s (ill fated) This is it! Concert. I heard her single “According To You” and I was completely blown. She is brilliant! Moreover, I would like to interprete my version of the meaning behind the lyrics of Sadda Haq:

Sadda Haq, Aithe Rakh….


O Echo Friendly Nature Ke Rakshak
Main Bhi Hu Nature
Rivazon Se Samajo Se
Kyun Tu Kate Mujhe
Kyun Bate Mujhe Is Tarah


Kyun Sach Ka Sabak Sikhaye
Jab Sach Sunni Na Paye
Sach Koi Bole Toh Tu
Niyam Kanoon Bataye


Tera Darr, Tera Pyaar, 
Teri Waah Tu Hi Rakh
Rakh Sala

The protagonist demands the world to give his rights back to him. He is furious when the people differentiate him in the name of god, culture and tradition. He is fed up from the mean world that teaches the lessons they themselves never follow. He is thus, rebellious and thus, demands his rights back.

The Meeting Place

Singers:Ranbir Kapoor

A beautiful piece to end up the memorable journey, in Ranbeer's voice! The credit for lyrics goes to poet and sufi saint Rumi.


Before I conclude, I would like to mention few notions. Firstly, forgive me if I wrote Rahman twice or thrice in every song review. Secondly, forgive me if I rate it a 4.5 and not 5, even I don't know the reason. Finally, this album is undoubtedly the album of the year.

Rating: ❤  ❤  ❤  ❤  ½




(P.S: I don't have the sense to criticise Rahman's music. No one has. So I would like to change the title as "Rockstar Music Impression" rather than "Rockstar Music Review")

Ra One Music Review Bollywood Dil Se

Bollywood Dil Se Music Review: Ra.One

Ra.One

Music Directors: Vishal - Shekhar

Lyrics: Kumaar, Anvita Dutt, Vishal Dadlani & Niranjan Iyengar

Bollywood Dil Se Rating: * * * *

Chamak Challo

Singers: Akon and Hamsika Iyer

Wow! I had already heard the leaked version (international version of the song which was available on iTunes) of the song, but this version is par better. Akon undoubtedly makes his smashing debut in Bollywood. I am in love with the song due to three reasons: First, Akon’s Hindi; Second, Hamsika Iyer’s vocals; Third, perfect song arrangement by Vishal – Shekhar. My expectations are sky-high now.

Dildaara (Stand By Me)

Singers: Shafqat Amanat Ali, Vishal Dadlani, Shekhar Ravjiani, Clinton Cerejo

The song sounds a bit like Mitwa from Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna. Nevertheless, song picks up lately in a beautiful way. The lyrics unlike Chamak Challo have some meaningful, soulful lyrics. I am in love with this album now.

Rehnuma Mere Rehnuma

Ho Tere Naam Saa,

Ab Koi Bhi Lafz Nahi,

Padh Kar Dekhi So Kitabein So Dafaa,

 Dildaara Dildaara Ab Raddi Bhar Sa Jag Saara,

Dildaara Dildaara Tere Nazron-Karam Par Sab Waraan,

Dildaraa Dildaraa Jab Tujhse Haara, Dildaara Dildaara ho…

Criminal

Singer:Akon, Vishal Dadlani, Shruti Pathak

Simply amazing! This song by Akon (this time to, crooning in English and Hindi) is equally good like Chamak Challo. I can’t wait to see this song on the top charts now. Vishal Dadlani and Shruti Pathak render their part very well. Well done V-S!

Bhare Naina

Singer: Nandini Shrikar, Vishal Dadlani, Shekhar Ravjiani

After three upbeat songs, I was expecting something from different genre. And Vishal – Shekhar surprises completely by semi classical rock song. Nandini Shrikar is marvelous. Chorus and Vocals by Vishal – Shekhar leaves much needed deep impact of the song on your mind.Lovely!

Right By Your Side

Singer:Siddharth Coutto

Siddharth Coutto (Life Sahi Hai and Love in C major fame) this time, pairs up with Vishal – Shekhar to deliver another peppy number. This is typical Vishal – Shekhar composition which we have been hearing in every movie from duo. Nevertheless, song will get its fame after the movie releases.

Raftaarein

Singers: Vishal Dadlani, Shekhar Ravjiani

This song I feel, is the theme of Ra One. The song with a fusion of 90’s beat and modern influences is a great cocktail. Vishal – Shekhar lives the mood of the song all the way. Nice riff.

Jiya Mora Ghabraye

Singers: Sukhwinder Singh and Vishal

As soon as the song began, I wondered how Sukhwinder Singh would fit the bill. Sukhwinder Singh in recent times have been singing songs like Singham and Dabbang, where as this one is completely Trans – techno song. But I was almost blown away after one and a half minute of the song, Sukhwinder Singh carries the song so well. Vishal’s grudged vocals make this song even better. The techno beats from 2.55 onwards sound almost Rahmanic!! 

Comes The Light

Instrumental

This riff seems like the backround score piece of the movie. Anyways, it sounds good. Orchestral arrangements make it delightful.

I am on

Instrumental

The alternate rock theme I am on is stunning. I have been hearing such instrumentals in Transformer Series and Bourne Series. I welcome the revolutionary concept of background score along with the originals.

Song Of The End

Instumental

This one in the true means is subtle, soulful arrangement that definitely turns out be winner all the way. Violins sound majestic. 

To sum up, we have four remixes and one internation version of Chamak Challo. All in all , this album is going to give a tough competition to Rockstar! The album can not deserve anything less than a four.

Rating: * * * * 

(P.S.: The source is the leaked album on internet. Please order the original CD on flipkart.com at 25% discount. I have pre-ordered it! )

Rascals Music Review (BD)

BD Music Review: Rascals

Rascals

Music Director: Vishal - Shekhar

Lyrics: Anvita Datt & Irshad Kamil

BD Music Rating: * * *

Rascals

Singer: Neeraj Shridhar

I expect the album to be very peppy and upbeat. The title song has all the chances to be a youth anthem. The song has a good sum of catchy lyrics, peppy music and funky vocals by Neeraj Shridhar. The music arrangement sounds very innovative, thanks to instruments like harmonium and violin along with synthesized beats. Above all, lyrics make you loop this song again.

Tik Tuk

Singer:Daler Mahendi and Monali Thakur

The sprightly mood of the album continues with this Daler Mahendi song. The lyrics sound ordinary and quite meaningless this time. The song gets very much lifted due to rap section. Monali Thakur brings the north Indian flavor in the song.

Pardaah Nasheen

Singer: Neeraj Shridhar and Sunidhi Chauhan

Now, the songs start to be repetitive. The song has brilliant backing vocals by Vishal and music production sound like good quality stuff. Somehow, the song is neither hummable nor addictive.

Shake It Saiyyan

Singer: Sunidhi Chauhan and Haji Springer

The last original of the album has again very catchy lyrics. After a strong start, the song fumbles in interlude. With Sunidhi Chauhan singing the song and some heavy bass beats banging to back up her vocals, you can’t escape from this foot-tapping number. Californion rapper Haji Springer makes the song more qualitative.

Only four originals and that too of the same genre make this album an average one.  The album is not outstanding or innovative, but in the end, Vishal – Shekhar has successfully managed to keep the mood of the album. Bluntly speaking, three out of four songs are first-rate, so I rate this album a three. Now, I am waiting for the happening soundtrack of Ra.One. 

Rating: * * *

(P.S : This rating has nothing to relate with my previous music album review. And to all those HR Fans who have outrageous attitude towards my review, folks! This is my personal review. I respect your point of view; you respect mine. As simple as that.)

Damadamm Music Review Himesh Reshammiya (BD)

BD Music Review: Damadamm

Damadamm

Music Director: Himesh Reshammiya, Sachin Gupta (Promotional Song)

Lyrics: Sameer, Shabbir Ahmed

BD Music Rating: * * 1/2

Damadamm

Singer: Himesh Reshammiya & Vinit Singh & Alam Gir Khan & Palak Muchhal & Shabab Sabri & Sabina Shaikh & Rubina Shaikh & Punnu Brar

The album commences with a Trans – qawalli, exactly due to this reason, the song doesn’t get on at first listen. The song seems more like a remix rather than the original soundtrack. The lyrics sound anomalous when compared with beat. The song lacks psyche. I am disappointed.

Umrao Jaan

Singer:Himesh Reshammiya & Purbi Joshi

The song begins with slow tabla and Bhangra beats and irksome lyrics no touching, no touching ; only seeing seeing. As soon as the song starts, you feel as if the song is going to swift up a little, but that momentum never comes (Instead of it, Himesh places a high-paced remixed version). Frankly, I am bored by now.

Aaja Ve

Singer: Himesh Reshammiya

Yeah! This is what needed. The guitar in the beginning marks its presence. Then the high – bass beats takeover. Himesh’s voice and tune both sound familiar, yet I like the song (may be because of previous two disasters). Anyways, the song is hap and sounds cool.

Madhushala

Singer: Himesh Reshammiya & Aditi Singh Sharma

Well, all those who wonder why the stress is given on the word “Ishq Unplugged” here is the reason. The movie was tentatively titled Ishq Unplugged rather than Damadamm. Talking about the song, first, I hate the way Himesh pronounces Khushboo and Madhushala. The changes in tempo makes it innovative. The song has a good tune, but Himesh’s voice ruins all. Female vocals are first-rate and the same is exactly opposite with male vocals. This one seems quite a situational song. As an audio piece, it sounds weird. It might get addictive later to HR fans, but I feel it won't do so to me. 

Yun To Mera Dil

Singer: Himesh Reshammiya & Sadhana Sargam

Again, the song initiates with beautiful rendering of guitars. This is a song where you anticipate for Mohit Chauhan, but you heed a not-so-fresh voice of Himesh. Himesh has wasted a good tune owing to his voice. And as I am about to skip the song, I hear the beautiful voice of Sadhna Sargam. But why, for the god sakes, she is offered only one line to sing!

Hum Tum

Singer: Himesh Reshammiya & Vaishali Made

The song has some catchy lyrics. Actually for the first time while listening this album, I feel touched. The soul has soul, tune, beats and of course, brilliant lyrics. The album now gives me mixed feelings.

Tere Bina

Singer:  Himesh Reshammiya

The song has good slow, jazzy beats and beautiful chords on keyboards. The lyrics are soulful and so is the singing. The song has a little resemblance with Teri Yaad from Namaste London. Somehow, I feel that Himesh manages soft songs very well, but he falls flat when it comes to upbeat songs.

I need more space

Singer: Himesh Reshammiya

I am right. Himesh’s voice doesn’t suit upbeat songs. In addition to this, he has now tried to present a rock song in his voice. And let me clearly state it, the song is not at all rocking. The song lacks the attitude and sounds more like a sad song. Rock singers thrash their vocals from mouth and not from their nose Mr. Himesh.

Mango

Singer: Himesh Reshammiya & Aditi Singh Sharma

This is a soft song, so it is supposed to be good. And it is. The song which could have been easily addictive remains a mediocre attempt due to juvenile lyrics. 

Bhool Jaun

Singer:  Himesh Reshammiya and Sachin Gupta

Well well! Himesh trusts on someone else rather than him this time, Sachin Gupta, and let me tell you folks, Himesh has done a good thing. The song is not exceptional, but somehow it clicks to your ears. Himesh could have allowed Sachin Gupta to manage some more songs of the movie, rather than him doing the peppy tracks.

And there are five more remixes on the cover. Some songs which I personally find addictive are “Aaja Ve” , “Hum Tum”, and “Tere Bina”. Out of ten originals, only three are outstanding, this forces me to give the album a two and a half out of five.

Rating:* * 1/2

Force Music Review (BD)

BD Music Review :Force

Force

Music Director: Harris Jayraj, Lalit Pandit (Dum Hai To Aaja)

Lyrics: Javed Akhtar

BD Music Rating:***

Khwabon Khwabon

Singer: K.K. ,Suchitra

First of all, the movie is a remake of Surya starrer Khakka Khakka  The music director of the movie, Harris Jayraj (his second Bollywood movie after RHTDM, almost after 10 years) is kept intact for the Hindi version. This song is recreated from Uyirin Uyirae (Cheliya Cheliya in Telugu, I play it too often on my Ipod). The music arrangement, singers and everything else is served without any change from previous versions except lyrics. The lyrics by Javed Akhtar make this song equally beautiful. K.K. as usual is good but female vocals by Suchitra are remarkable.

Chahoon Bhi

Singer: Karthik, Bombay Jayshree

Wow, Bombay Jayshree in Bollywood! I still hear her "Zara Zara" from RHTDM, and it seems that I will be looping this song till her next one comes in the market. The song is beautiful, Melodious, Jazzy; to conclude, the song is a typical Harris Jayraj song. Karthik fills up the bill in the second interlude of the song. The album has progressed well till now.

Dum Hai To Aaja

Singer: Mahua Kamat

This song is by guest composer Lalit Pandit. It's good to hear a rock song from him, but frankly the song is a mediocre attempt. Lyrics and Vocals by Javedsaab and Mahua Kamat are good, but somehow the song lacks the feel and attitude of a rock song. The singer tries too hard to create an impact but the overall ambiance of the song is sub-superior. 

Main Chali

Singer: Naresh Iyer, Shreya Ghoshal

This genre is the fortage of Harris Jayraj. Melody with beats. I have listened his so many Telugu albums and I love his Orange or recently Rangam, this album sounds much like those two. The lyrics fail this time, sounds more like some Tollywood movie dubbed in Hindi.

Dil Ki Hai Tammana

Singer: Vijay Prakash, Shalini Singh, Neha Bhasin

Again a melodious tune from Harris Jayraj. The lyrics are very good this time. Vocals by Vijay Prakash are remarkable. The song lacks new innovations and is thus, an ordinary attempt.

Now, the album comes to a sudden halt. Only five songs in an album by Harris Jayraj!! This is something unexpected. Overall, This is an ordinary Harris Jayraj album. Songs make you feel good, but don't leave a deeper impact on you. RTHDM was a cult, unfortunately, FORCE is not!

Rating:***

Mausam Music Review (BD)

Bollywood Dil Se : Mausam Music Review

Mausam

Music Director: Prittam

BD Music Rating: * * * 1/2

Rabba Main To Mar Gaya

Singer: Shahid Mallaya and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

The song has already made a good hype in the promos. Irshad Kamil has penned very beautiful lyrics (He is consistently brilliant. Refer my previous post, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan). The singer Shahid Mallaya sounds like Roop Kumar Rathod; but has done a commendable job. Indian instruments like flute (so beautiful and melodious) sound very romantic. This one creates good tux for the album! The other version by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is an interesting mix too.

Sajh Dhaj Ke

Singer: Mika Singh

The song is a mediocre attempt, I must say. The lyrics are bang on, and create a good tempo “Sajh Dhaj Ke, Tashan Main Rehna”. Mika is good. The problem lies in the genre of the song. The song starts as a folk song, turns into bhangra track with some electronic beats and Hinglish lyrics in between. Amidst this fusion, the song looses the soul unlike Mauja Mauja and other Bhangra tracks from Prittam and Mika.

Ik Tu Hi Ik Tu Hi

Singer: Hans Raj Hans and Shahid Mallaya and Wadali Brothers

Wow! This one is something good. Thanks Prittam. You shine in this song. The tune itself is mesmerizing. Moreover, lyrics add sparks to the song. I am in love with this song. This song completely impulses me; makes me feel nostalgic; so nostalgic. There are three versions of this song, One by Hans Raj Hans, other one by Shahid Mallaya and the Mehfil Mix by Wadali Brothers. The best one is the reprise version.

Poore Se Zara Sa Kam Hai

Singer: Ustad Rashid Khan

This is something unexpected from Prittam. A semi classical song from Prittam. Lyrics are noteworthy. Ustad Rashid Khan is outstanding. His singing creates new levels for the song. The song expresses intense emotional desires and this is what Mausam is all about, Intense Romance. This will surely be a hard-core romantic flick.

Aag Lage Us Aag Ko

Singer: Karsan Sargathia

This one is again a descent attempt. We have heard this kind of song in the climax of almost every Yashraj Movies and Dharma Movies. The tune is inspired from Gujarati Folk songs. The very famous folk singer ( Dholi Taro Dhol Baaje and Kesariya Balam) does a good job. 

Mallo Malli

Singer: Tochi Raina and Lember Hussainpuri

Now, this is good. Prittam is sure about the genre this time, unlike Sajh Dhaj Ke, the song is electronic Bhangra track. In addition, this one reminds me of Aahun Aahun, Love Aaj Kal. There are two versions of this song, one by Tochi Raina and other by Lember Hussainpuri (Sadi Galli fame). Both the versions sound equally good and it is difficult to pin point the better one.

Four tunes out of six are outstanding, one is average and one is avoidable. Overall, this album reminds me of the romantic tunes of early 2000’s. Welcome back, Prittam!

Rating:* * * 1/2

Mere Brother Ki Dulhan Music Review (BD)

BD Music Review : MBKD

Mere Brother Ki Dulhan

Music Director: Sohail Sen

BD Music Rating:* * * *

Mere Brother Ki Dulhan

Singer: K.K.

Matrimonial si aankhein, sabko ab taakein - jaakein…Dil se dilli ho, Dhadkan se ho london… and I am like wow! The lyrics set you in a peppy mood. Music complements the lyrics, but I must say the song is all about Irshad Kamil’s lyrics. Sohail Sen is an ace composer, and I hope he gets it better this time. I loop this song again for its lyrics.

Dhunki

Singer: Neha Bhasin

First of all, to all my avid readers, Dhunki normally means a piece of cotton, but here the lyricist uses it with reference to “cannon” (again, a brilliant word by Irshad Kamil). The song has got a good mix of guitars, drums and lyrics. The video ft. Katrina Kaif is already rocking a big time.This entire thing is nicely enveloped in a good tune. 

O malang hua dil ye mera…

Choomantar

Singer: Benny Dayal, Aditi Singh Sharma

The specialty about this song is the singer. Benny Dayal, I am a big fan of his singing and his range, he is completely versatile singer. Take it Pappu Can’t Dance Saala, or Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gayi; he has never disappointed me. Female vocals by Aditi is also noteworthy.

Isq Risk

Singer: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

Now, this is something unexpected from Sohail Sen, A qawwali. In addition, he has brilliantly done it with Rahat Fateh Ali Khan; I do not have that dignity to criticize the maestro. Moreover, the song has proved it; Sohail Sen is a damn versatile composer. (I have stopped mentioning about lyrics, as I can’t just praise Irshad Kamil all alone).

Madhubala

Singer: Ali Zafar, Shweta Pandit

From here on, the album gets mono-tonic. The last two songs supply the Desi North Indian flavor to the album. I quit don’t like Dholki and Matki kind of sounds, unless produced for some experimental use. The song reminds me of Khaike Pan Banaras Wala.

Do Dhaari Talwaar

Singer: Shahid Mallaya, Shweta Pandit

The last one is again a Bhojpuri kind of track. I could anyhow, listen both the tracks due to Irshad’s lyrics.

The album proves three things. Firstly, this album is a typical Yashraj Films production, musical yet not path breaking. Secondly, if anyone could replace Gulzar, it is Irshad Kamil (I really mean it). And Finally, Sohail Sen is a multi dimensional composer unlike some music composers who keeps on playing same beats now and then, and do not use variety of instruments in the music. Due to brilliant music produced by Sohail Sen and awesome lyrics by Irshad Kamil, I rate this album a four.

Rating: * * * *

Soundtrack Music Review (BD)

BD Music Review :Soundtrack

Soundtrack

Music Director: MIDIval Punditz, Karsh Kale

BD Music Rating:***1/2

Atomizer

Singer: Gaurav Raina, Karsh Kale

The opening track of the album “Soundtrack” is actually reused here. It was the first track of the album “Hello Hello” by Music Dir. Duo MIDIval Punditz. The name may be new to the layman, but these two youngsters from Delhi rock a big time with Papon (Anurag Manhanta, singer of Jiyein Kyun from Dum Maro Dum) and Karsh Kale. The opening track is a fusion of electronic and Dhol beats. But the lyrics in English don’t fit the bill. Still, a good one.

Banao Banao

Singer: Papon

This is one of my favorite tracks from Papon. The song is featured live on MIDIval Punditz concerts but this studio version is salient. The track is actually a dope song, which we can figure out from lyrics like Gaanja nahi dawa hai, Hawa hai, Gale ka manjan hai, aaknhon ka niranjan hai…

Ek Manzil

Singer:Vishal Vaid

Oh my god! This is what I was expecting! Unlike Atomizer, the song has got good lyrics (actually, brilliant lyrics), soul and Indian touch along with electronic beats. Singer Vishal Vaid is a man to watch out for sure. Now, this is another hotshot from duo. I feel this is the point from where the album gets uplifted. 

Check out its beautiful lyrics…

Main uska woh mera ho

Sehra ho ya dariya ho 

Yeh faasla afsaana

Fasaana hamara ho 

Chand aashik ho, ek paagal ho

Chand khanjar ho, ek kaatil ho

Chand toofan ho, ek sahil ho

Chand ghoongroo ho, ek payal ho

Chand gazlein ho, ek mehfil ho

Chand ehmak ho, ek aakal ho

Chand raahein, ek manzil

Ek manzil, ek manzil

Fakira

Singer: Vishal Vaid

Now, the theme of the movie gets clear. The film is all about dope and love. This is another dope song after Banao. Lyrics like Jhoom Mastaana, Jhoolelal really makes it a good one. The beats sound more electronic than Ek Manzil (which sounds a bit of rock).

Main Chala

Singer: Kailash Kher

I have mixed feelings about this song. The lyrics are so beautiful, beats are outstanding too. But somehow, the song lacks soul. Music Director doesn’t mean what he is serving to us. Of course, Kailash Kher has done a good job, but due to monotonous music, the song gets boring after a couple of minutes.

Naina Lagey

Singer: Papon

The pride of Assam rocks again. Papon, you are great! The song which could have been a mediocre riff of trance and electronic gets a way too superior due to the vocals by Anurag Mahanta. I got observant on one more thing, the lyrics of the soundtrack are not actually lyrics, but they are just phrases rendered at times and looped throughout the song. Take it Banao, Ek Manzil or this one, lyrics are very small phrases

Symphony Of the Streets

Instrumental

Now this is what electronics is all about. Symphony Of The Streets; a brilliant innovation as a piece, but I wonder how the director will be using this track in the movie. It would be interesting to see the song on screen rather than hearing it.

Soundtrack Theme

Instrumental

The track is the instrumental of the best song of the album – Ek Manzil. Nothing much innovative here, but yet it is a pleasant audacity.

What the F!

Singer: Anushka Manchanda

Yes. This is the name of the track. The song has got good dose of lyrics this time, and music is Pop (I wish It could have been electronic); but the song has no soul. The song sounds like random English Pop number being played in clubs, whose lyrics have no message or no connection. The song sounds situational.

Well, the album has definitely a potential to turn tables. But what it lacks is soul. Moreover, random arrangement of the remixes hinders the progress of the soundtrack. I wonder why two remixes are featured. First of all, no remix can compete with the originals (recent exceptions: Hawa Hawai and Khoya Khoya Chand from Shaitan), and if you don’t arrange the order of the songs well, then you don’t create an overall effect of the album. The album has its own highs and lows, but still it’s a good thing to stumble upon.

Rating:* * * 1/2

Bodyguard Music Review (BD)

BD Music Review :Bodyguard

Bodyguard

Music Director: Himesh Reshammiya, Prittam

Lyrics: Shabeer Ahmed, Nilesh Mishra

BD Music Rating:***

 Bodyguard

Singer: Salman Khan

 My gosh! The chilled up guitars in the song is a brilliant innovation Himesh Bhai! And this song is all about the spirit of the movie. Salman's dialogues in the song reminds of Main Hu Yuvvraj. Actually this should have been Bodyguard theme, instead of Teri Meri instrumental. Lyrics sound Juvenal and raw.  The song  gets a little loopy after 2:00. Overall, a nice song to promote on teasers.

Desi Beat

Singer: Mika, Amrita Kank

 A hard core Bhangra track of the album. And no price for guessing, Mika is the singer. The song has all the elements of a Bhangra song, which might not be musically hit but a sure shot visual treat. The Lyrics are peppy with phrases "Desi Beat Baja De Dholiya". The hip hop version of the song is more hep. Vocals of Alam Gir Khan sound better than Mika!

Teri Meri

Singer:Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Shreya Ghoshal

What a melodious song! And mind blowing vocals by Shreya Ghoshal. But the song is all about boasting vocals of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan. He does not sing with throat (neither from nose ofcourse) but he sings straight from heart. The song gets vintage feeling thanks to the brilliant orchestras. Nice mix. Reprise Version is also pleasant.

Bodyguard theme is the instrumental of Teri Meri.

I Love You

Singer: Ash King, Clinton Carejo

Ash King!!! I absolutely love his voice. He is of course, Rahman’s discovery. And this guy has all the songs a chartbuster till date. Keep it Dil Gira Daftan or Te Amo or this one. Lyrics set up a good romantic mood. Clinton Carejo backs up some fine notes with Ash King. This is the only song of Prittam for the album, but a deserved one to include on the covers.

The unplugged version by Shaan is good but the original version is better.

4 orignals on the cover.5 remix, 1 reprise, 1 unplugged and 1 instrumental to end up a huge music album. I expected Himesh Reshammiys's voice for couple of tracks like Teri Meri Reprise and Bodyguard title track but nevertheless, album is good. Almost of same standards of a Salman Khan movie.

Rating:***

Singham Music Review (BD)

BD Music Review: Singham

Sigham

Music Director: Ajay - Atul

Lyrics: Swanand Kirkire

BD Music Rating:***

Singham

Singer: Sukhwinder Singh

As soon as the sanskrit verses start, I certainly predicate that the song is going to be a cult hit like Dabbang and Omkaara title tracks.But as soon as Sukhwinder Singh starts rendering mesmerizing tune, I simply feel overpowered and energetic. Theme (Music and Lyrics) of the track is just omnipotent. Music is a very well fusion of violins, Dhols and Flute. The song never loses energy level, even in the interlude. A very well use of chorus is made throughout the song. Music is thus very innovative. I feel glad to see Ajay-Atul on the cover (I still remember Hanuman Chalisa from Waah! Life Ho to Aisi) and last 45 seconds of the song just enthrall me into the new divines!!  It’s a real good start to the album.  Ave Singham!!

Saathiya

Singer: Shreya Ghoshal, Ajay Gogavale

The song seems ordinary at first listen. Sounds meliorate on the next and superlative on the next to next! The track is distinguished from ordinary ones by use of violins (again!), very Indianised instruments (like Matka) and singing of the male lead. The male lead, Ajay Gogavale, who happens to be the one from music director duo,is just splendid. The voice texture in the voice gives his solo singing, a chorus feel!! Shreya Ghoshal is apt for the song and lyrics fill up the bill.

Maula Maula
Singer: Richa Sharma, Kunal Ganjawala

Well, after brilliant first two songs, this one is a mediocre. The lyrics are beautiful, tune is ordinary and singing is good. Its a long time since I heard from Kunal Ganjawala. Music is not innovative here like the previous two. An average track.

And surprisingly, all the originals come to an end here. Rohit Shetty likes to serve more songs but this time I am little disappointed with only three originals on the cover. Ajay – Atul definitely makes good music for first two tracks, and if they could serve some more variety in genres, It would have been easier to rate the album.

Never mind, I rate this album a lenient three out of five for its two super hit tracks.    

Rating:***

Murder 2 Music Review (BD)

BD Music Review :Murder 2

Murder 2

Music Director:Harshit Saxena,Mithoon,Sangeet Haldipur,Siddharth Haldipur

Lyrics:Sayeed Qadri

BD Music Rating:***

 Haal E Dil

Singer:Harshit Saxena

First of all I would like to appreciate the Bhatts for giving the youngsters the deserved platform in the music Industry. Harshit Saxena (from Amul Voice Of India) is the one this time. The debutant song from him is a lovely lovely musical gift to the listner.Lyrics are typical candy floss kinda romantic.Though a Prittam kinda song, he is no Prittam, listen to the beats and tune carefully,so original and so groovy.Welcome to the industry Harshit!

The Acoustic one is an average one compared to the original but yet a pleasure.
 

Aa Zara Karib Se

Singer: Sunidhi Chauhan

Another debutant duo Sangeet Haldipur, Siddharth Haldipur.But sadly the song is not innovative. Its like Ismail Darbar tunes mixed with DJ Suketu beats.Sorry, But a long way to go.

Aye Khuda

Singer: Kshitij Tarey, Salim Bhat, Mithoon

As soon as the album was out, My friend messaged me, Mithoon is back and back with bang! And he is absolutely correct. Mithoon welcome back!!!! The song is a perfect ten on soul thanks to ace singing by Mithoon,Saim and Kshitij. The song will be a huge hit as soon as the fever of Haal - E- Dil is reduced.Lyrics are surprisingly soulful and touchy!

Phir Mohabbat

Singer: Mohd Irfan, Arjit, Saim Bhat

Most soulful track of the album.Looks like an unplugged version, the song is one of my pick for the album. Waste of time to describe it, just listen it!

Tujhko Bhulana

Singer:Sangeet Haldipur, Roshni Baptist

Again the song is a miss.

So 5 original and 3 Remixes ends the album.The album as expected is good like all Emraan Hasmi movies. But due to Sangeet-Siddharth tracks and three remixes, I give it a gracious three out of five.


Rating:***

Delhi Belly Music Review (BD)

BD Music Review :Delhi Belly 

Delhi Belly

Music Director:Ram Sampath

Lyrics:Amitabh Bhattacharya, Munna Dhiman, Ram Sampath, Akshat verma and Chetan Shashital

BD Music Rating:****

 Bhaag D.K. Bose

Singer:Ram Sampath

The song is the biggest commercial hit of ace composer Ram Sampath(I predicted in Luv Ka The End review that hes gonna rock in Delhi Belly and I was damn right). The song is supposed to be the youth anthem of the nation. The rock song at its hilarious best. Lyrics are supacool!
As it seems, 'D K Bose, DK Bose,' juxtaposed together and sung to fast instruments, is a popular expletive in India.My expectations are sky high now.

 

Nakkaddwaley Disco, Udhaarwaley Khisko

Singer: Keerthi Sagathia

"Teri Tirchi Nazar Ne Dil Ko Kar Die Pencher!!!" the Qawali with blues and song helluva fun ride. Lyrics by the movie writer himself Akshat Verma are like adaption from Mushaira Or Hasya Kavi Sammelan. Too cool song!!

Saigal Blues

Singer: Chetan Shashital

A reprise tribute to Saigalsaab. The song continues the flow and the mood of the album.Fun and funk that's what the album is all about.
Ram Sampath,you are the man!

Bedardi Raja

Singer: Sona Mohapatra

Sona Mohapatra(I still remember her songs Abhi Nahi Aana and Tere Ishq Nachaya) is the lead of this folk song.The song seems situational.Though fun not funky which is satisfied by another Version of the song,the funky one.Smart move,huh?

Jaa Chudail
Singer:Suraj Jagan

Another rock song.Ram Sampath simply rocks!! And Amitabh Bhattacharya (Most of his albums are hit. all in a span of 2 years.He has a success story....Aamir,Dev D,Udaan,Anjaana Anjaani,Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai,No One Killed Jessica,Thank You,Ready) is now my favorite after Gulzaarji.

The lyrics for the break up song goes...

Chhoti chhoti baato'n se
Tune jo sataya mujhe
Ungli pe nachake tune
Chuna jo lagaya mujhe
Arey jaa jaa jaa
Go to hell....

Arey jaa ja ja
I want silence
Jaa chudail
Jaa chudail
Ya ya
Ja chudail

Palkon pe bithaya tujhe
Ruthi toh manaya tujhe
Pyaar mein toh khuda
Bhi banaya tujhe par (par)
Tujhko kadar nahi
Yeh le dekh thenga mera
Ha ha ha
Tail lene ja tu
Koi kya ukhad lega mera
Ae..
Abey ja ja ja
Go to hell...
Ja ja ja
Once again
Jaa chudail
Ja chudail
Chudail...fida...

Phoolon sa chehra tera
Dil pe tha pehra tera
Reh gaya ab wahaan
Dard gehra tera
Hat...

Phool vool kuch nahi
Sada hua aalo hai tu
You know what you are
Hoor nahi pari nahi
Jungli ek bhaalu hai tu

Arey ha ha ha
Go to hell
Arey ja ja ja
Everybody
Jaa chudail
Jaa chudail
Jaa chudail
Chudail....
Abey ja ja ja
Go to hell
Ja ja ja
Once again
Jaa chudail
Jaa chudail
Chudail
Yea yea.

Tere Siva

Singer:Ram Sampath, Tarannum Mallik

The album would have been a 4.5* if this track wasn't on the album.

Switty

Singer:Keerthi Sagathia

Yes,after the previous hurdle,the album gets back on the track again.Frankly, the remixed version of the song was not needed.still Fun Fun Fun! Munna Dhiman competes with Amitabh Bhattacharya this time in the battle of words. Good job by Lyricist.

I Hate You (Like I Love You)
Singer:Keerthi Sagathia, Sona Mohapatra, Shazneen Arethna, Aamir Khan

The song is catchy,funny and rocking. Lyrics are witty.With Amir Khan giving the vocals and delivering funny punch lines (Jo chauka udte huye jaye usse chakka kehte hai.Lawl) the situational song will be striking like a lightning on televison soon.Good one.


After the unreal Shaitan, yet another revolutionary combo of Retro,Blue,Funk and Rock seen in the recent time(Love you, Bollywood).Delhi Belly is something to keep it in your collection.

Rating:****