7
Jun
2010
Taj-E feat. BEE2 “Nach Bhabiye” Video
A little bit on the cheesy side, and definitely not Taj-E’s and Bee2′s best work.
Trying to recreate the B.I.G. sound I see.
27
May
2010
Taj-E feat. Bee2 “Nach Bhabiye” Promo
The Sound Pipe Records are the kings of marketing. Despite some questionable signings, the duo that is BEE2 and Taj-E, always find a way to promote themselves and their products in a well thought out and entertaining manner.
Take for example their next release of “Nach Bhabiye.”
Will it be the wedding anthem of the summer? We’ll see.
(I hate how the industry predominantly revolves around the summer. Sigh)
22
Mar
2010
Jeet “Zara Bachke” Video
Here is Jeet’s debut video of his track “Zara Bachke.”
For you folks not familiar with Jeet in North America, a little back info before you go ahead and watch the video.
Jeet was one of the members of “The Family,” a Channel 4 reality-based television show based in the UK.
The series displayed his creative side, in which he acts in plays. But what got him attention, was his singing skills at home. Based on that, The Sound Pipe Records decided to extend him a recording contract.
The video is kind of corny, and if you haven’t watched the series, you won’t understand all the nuances of the video eg) Jeet’s drinking escapades and hiding it from his wife, Kaki.
I know I haven’t really sold the show well, but if you can, try and watch it, because Jeet wasn’t even the main person featured on it.
17
Feb
2010
Danny C “Fateh” Video
Danny C releases his first video for his single “Fateh” featuring Sarvjeet Kaur.
Standard issue Sound Pipe.
If you’re feeling the track, get it from iTunes.
31
Dec
2009
The Best Songs of 2009
Capping the series of year end posts, let’s deal with the best songs of 2009.
There were a lot of albums released this year, and every album released, should have at least one “it” song. This list I have compiled is not based on sales, or anyone else chatting in my ear. The only thing in my ear was the music itself. People’s taste in music is subjective – but you guys should take me as an authority on this subject anyways (joke) – So the way I chose these songs, is based on what got the most airplay in my mp3 player.
Number 10 – PBN featuring Miss Pooja “Aashiq”
If there is one thing that the UK Bhangra industry in 2009 may be known for, it’s the rise in fame of Miss Pooja. Seems like everyone loves her. Everyone except me. But she still made the list – with PBN’s production skills of course – due to the fact this one song had a huge effect on the dance floors across the world.
Number 9 – Northern Lights featuring Ashok Gill “Nakreh”
This was an awesome debut song, and video for Northern Lights. I’ve talked enough about how good this album is, so enjoy the video.
Number 8 – Twin Beats featuring Jaswinder Daghamia “Twins Tappe”
I still can’t get enough of this track, the dhol intro is just too sick.
Number 7 – Jus Ritz featuring Raj Kaul and RKZ “Nehio Nibhani”
You may be surprised with this selection, but like I said in the intro, this track got crazy airplay from me. I was impressed with Ritz’ first track “Tere Na Te Glassy,” but when this track came out, it was like “whoa!” RKZ and Raj Kaul smashed it, and the video is a positive piece of work as well.
Number 6 – DJ Dips featuring Ashok Gill “Ek Gera”
Look at that, the vocals of Ashok Gill make the list twice. This track by DJ Dips did not get the video treatment. Quite surprising since it’s the best song on the album.
Number 5 – JK “Pat Liyah”
JK and Tru-Skool have made a killer combination, and although we’re still waiting on a full album release, this song held me over just well. I was mad at whoever made the decision to slowly release just singles after singles, but now I’ve changed my mind. These days, variety is the spice of life, and listening to one artist for ten songs straight get’s a little boring.
Number 4 – Dark MC featuring Jaswinder Daghamia “Chori Chori Takna”
This track is a monster, Dark MC gave us some great tracks a few years ago on “It’s Getting Dark in Here,” and although this album I feel, was a letdown, the one track you would find yourself continuously rocking out to is “Chori Chori Takna” with vocals provided by Jaswinder Daghamia. If you haven’t heard it, by all means go and search for it. I can’t post the video due to the lovely games MovieBox like to play.
Number 3 – Taj-E featuring Bee2 “B.I.G.”
In my opinion this is the biggest UK Bhangra dance floor track. Not many people recognise it as much as “Aashiq” on these ends still, but trust me when I say, I listened to this song almost as much as….
Number 2 – Swami “Sugarless”
Since the inception of Bhangraw.com, I’ve raved on and on about Swami. So why stop now? Even when I talk to people about Swami, they look at me as if I’m preaching about someone (I must admit, at times it sounds like I am.) This track continued in the footsteps of where they left off with the tracks on “Equalise” except, this was 100% all Swami right down to the lyrics.
Number 1 – Imran Khan “Amplifier”
I hate to admit it, but I ended up listening to this track more than anything towards the latter part of this year. Yikes! Any get together for any type of party, and it was this track that brought the masses together in a drunken stupor, trying to act out all the lyrics “On kara A/C!!!” Of course, if it wasn’t for the production of Eren E (who I think Imran Khan should take a bullet for if that should ever happen) on this track, it wouldn’t be as massive as it turned out to be. With the solid production, came that darn infectiously memorisable chorus “Nai woofer heh tu meri…meri, meh tera amplifier…FIRE!” And if that isn’t proof enough, the video has over 2.6 million views!
Go ahead, judge, criticise, mock. But these ten songs will go down for me as the biggest of 2009.
2
Oct
2009
Taj-E “The Bangle” Remix Video
Well here it is, I asked for this video when the album first came out, and The Sound Pipe Records came through.
Now, let’s hope they do one for “Passe Hatt,” or a throwback video for “Tord Di Daru,” and I will be completely content.
23
Sep
2009
Taj-E “The Bangle” Remix Video Promo
Seriously, The Sound Pipe are the Kings of promotion.
Finally, this (SICK) track gets the video treatment.
14
Jul
2009
Taj-E “B.I.G.” Video
Here you go. Less than twenty minutes old, Taj-E’s “B.I.G.” featuring the vocals of his brother Bee2.
I don’t know what happened to the movie I saw in the trailer. I’m just glad more people will get to hear this massive tune now.
I asked Taj-E why the tune was called “B.I.G.” and he responded “It’s called BIG because its going to be a Big track in the Bhangra wedding and dance scene.”
In my opinion, if that’s the case, then the title ain’t “B.I.G.” enough!
23
Jun
2009
Taj-E “B.I.G.” Movie Trailer
Check out the new preview to the “B.I.G.” movie trailer.
Are these guys creative geniuses or what? If some artists put forth even half the effort the dudes at Sound Pipe do, I think they’d be moving more product.
If you haven’t already picked up “Sik ‘n’ Twisted” yet, you can do so (legally) at the following sites;
iTunes
Amazon.com
The Sound Pipe Records
14
Jan
2009
Taj-E “Sik ‘n’ Twisted” Promo Video
Sound Pipe Records artist Taj-E is just about set to release his album “Sik ‘n’ Twisted” in April. From the clip, I see the lineup consists of Juggy D, Kaka (looking rather pimp in Puma) and Nirmal Sidhu.
UPDATE
Taj-E passed along an email, adding to the list of singers with Bee2 as well as Bradley from S Club 7. He also stated that the album is Desi, with a bit of Urban RnB and Hip Hop. Here’s to hoping Rachel Stevens is in one of the videos.
I haven’t been a Taj-E fan, I found his last two albums a little too slow for my liking. However, this album sounds better, and we finally get to see some new material from Juggy D.
What do you think?
