29
Jul
2010
DJ Sanj “Neriyan/Ni Aaja Teray” Video
DJ Sanj is back with the release of American Desi. The anticipated release should have been something special, I thought maybe someone with enough experience as DJ Sanj and all that he has accomplished, he would be beyond the in your face sampling stage.
I was wrong.
True, the market in North America is different from the UK market, as people here don’t mind a sample in their music. Thanks to people like Sanj, we are used to it.
But for us Bhangra lovers with a discerning taste (who may or may not like to drink a cup of tea with a pinky out,) find that the music on the two songs featured in the video was not worth waiting around for. To top it off, I think this was probably one of Miss Poojas best vocals that I have heard in some time.
On the flip side, the one saving grace on the album, was the Master Saleem track. I have had “Teray Hussan De Marre” on repeat for some time.
Spend the 99 cents on a quality track.
Buy American Desi on iTunes.
5
Jul
2010
Saqi Roadshow Video – “Pariyan”
The Saqi Roadshow boys link up with Meet Malkit and Miss Pooja for this track, off their forthcoming album “Bhangra Duets.”
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Buy the song from iTunes.
30
Apr
2010
Free Download – DJ KSR “Forever” Mixtape
I know I’ve been away from the blog a bit, but I think this will more than make up for it. BIG time!
Released last month, DJ KSR’s Forever Mixtape is by far the best bhangra mixtape I have heard. It covers the key genres, and the mixing creativity is sublime. Anyone that comes up with mixing LMFAO’s “Shots” with DJ Vix’ “Ah Chak Bottal” followed by Kaka’s “Daru Peeke” is Aces in my books.
Artists covered range from the following:
Imran Khan, Diljit, Sarbjit Cheema, Malkit, JK, Heera, Dark MC, Kaka, Miss Pooja, House of Pain, Drake, Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Beyonce, Jay-Z and some Bollywood tunes I’m not that aware of for obvious reasons. (Trust me this list is the tip of the iceberg.)
Download here.
My favourite part (about 11 minutes in) is this Preet Mani track “Akh Mastani.” The dude is from the Toronto area, and I really could use some more info on him as well.
DJ KSR has been on the scene for 7 years, and he will be releasing his first official album this summer. For more info on him, check out his facebook page.
P.S. You’re welcome.
7
Apr
2010
Official Asian Download Chart (Week 2)
Week 2 of the Asian Download Chart took place this past Saturday. Check out how the countdown took shape here.
In lieu of the number 2 song being Foji’s “Dafa Hoja” featuring Miss Pooja, I thought we should all celebrate by watching the video. This track will be big on the dance floors this season.
And to keep it placed high on the charts, get your copy from iTunes
29
Mar
2010
Official Asian Download Chart (Week 1)
This past Saturday, the first ever Asian Download Chart show began on the BBC Asian Network. Hosted by Bobby Friction, the top 40 Asian songs that were legally downloaded/sold across a seven day period were counted down.
This is a gigantic leap forward for Asian music as a whole, as it now officially puts real numbers into context, instead of people just biggin themselves up misinforming the public.
Of the 40 songs showcased, less than half were of the Bhangra variety, as Miss Pooja, Foji and Malkit had multiple entries. As expected, there were a lot of Bollywood entries, due to the sheer size of the Bollywood music listening demographic.
However, Jay Sean took the top spot with “Do You Remember,” and Imran Khan took the number 2 spot with “Bewafa.”
Take a look at the whole chart here.
I really need to state the importance of this show, as it not only clearly shows what has been popular, but hopefully, it will also drive people to actually purchase music legally, so they can see their favourite songs chart.
As stated on the Asian Network Download Charts Page; The Official Asian Download Chart is compiled by the Official Charts Company from UK sales data measured across a 7 day period from a panel of more than 25 digital retailers. (Only downloads released within the last 8 months are eligible.)
4
Mar
2010
B21 “One-2-B” Album Tracklist
I refuse to get overly excited about this because…well because, I’m tired of being teased.
For those that want to know, this is what we can expect from the Jagpal brothers.
In May.
Maybe.
Hopefully.
Fingers crossed.
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(Ah what the heck! It’s going to be awesome! Like 1999 all over again! Woot! Woot!)
27
Jan
2010
DJ Dips “This DJ” Video
I think I like this song quite a bit. Although, I’m not sure it’s because it actually is good, or because the bar has not been set particularly high by Dips.
DJ Dips, took his BBC Asian Network Chart number 1 track, and added 5 MCs and a grimey beat. The result, is the following track, and video.
The song will be released on March 1st, at the usual outlets.
5
Jan
2010
Free Download – New Year Mega Mix
What a great way to start the New Year.
I got this mix from Rav-E (a resident DJ and Dhol player at San Francisco’s Non Stop Bhangra) this morning. I gave it a quick listen, broke out of my chair busting a move, and figured I should post this up asap. This mix has just the right BPM, and I’m sure, as it has me still doing it, will have you toe tapping and bouncing in your chairs in no time.
Rav-E says he is all about spreading Bhangra to new ears and breaking cultural barriers, and from what I’ve heard, the Bay Area Bhangra party’s are real fun. If you’re in the San Francisco Area, you can keep track of him and Non Stop Bhangra by checking out nonstopbhangra.com and myspace.com/deejayrave
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Track list
Dj Gurps – Daru Peeki Nachda Remix
Jeeti – Mehfil
Jeeti – Meri Ik Gal Sunja
Manjit Rupowalia & Miss Pooja – Jatt Jogi Banya Firda
Jeeti – Yaari Laun Da Swaad
Malkit Singh – Paundah Bhangra
Jaswinder Daghamia – Punjabi
U Music – Hallara (Desi Mix)
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.
3
Nov
2009
ADH feat. Miss Pooja – “Muqabala” Video
The fourth video from ADH’s album “Taubah Taubah.”
Where to begin?
First the good. Production of the song is spot on, and the video is decent as well. Some people have commented on the green screen in the background shouldn’t be as visible as it is, but I don’t mind it. I also don’t mind the fact that we’ve seen the Shaan Mutiyara Di girls in two recent videos – even though I think they’re wearing the same outfits.
Now the not so good. It’s because of ADH’s vocals in this song that I can tolerate Miss Pooja. Seriously, ADH’s voice flat out irritates me. It always has, and it always will. He’s released three albums now, and I haven’t given the first two very much play. You can ask me about his songs and I wouldn’t know. That’s how much it bothers me.
The last three video’s ADH has released, “Sassi,” “Putt Sardaran De” and now this video, contain some well written lyrics, and the production has been quite good. If we can find an apt vocalist, this album would do way more damage.
