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.
25
Aug
2009
Miss Pooja “Kise De Naal Pyar” Video
If you’re going to be a bear, then you may as well be a Grizzly.
Miss Pooja goes all out in her UK solo debut video.
I have a feeling that Miss Pooja’s next stop, will be an attempt to crack into Bollywood.
The album “Romantic Jatt,” released last week, and going by some of the reviews I’ve read online, people are not that impressed.
13
Aug
2009
ADH “Taubah Taubah” Video
ADH is back, and if you never knew he was gone, then I can’t blame you.
He’s releasing his fourth album titled “Taubah Taubah,” and this is the first of five videos he is releasing in Autumn on the MovieBox label.
The title track features the help of US based rapper Gop Virk. I’m not feeling the vocals or the tune, it’s too light for me.
The album will however, feature production from the Jagpal brothers (B21) as well as Aman Hayer, and features Kuldeep Manak, Hunterz and Miss Pooja, so I won’t completely write off the album just yet.
10
Aug
2009
Miss Pooja feat. Roach Killa “Romantic Jatt” (Produced by Tigerstyle)
Well here’s something I didn’t expect happening. No really – Tigerstyle linking up with Miss Pooja.
Miss Pooja puts on her best “Nachna Aunda Nahi” melody (the MC Special one.) and then chats about something she hardly talks about – Jatts. (OK, that’s pretty much half her repertoire.)
Tigerstyle will every now and again produce a tune like this, that just pops up out of nowhere. Over the years, we’ve got some amazing tracks, like their own “Nachna Onda Nei,” “Girl From Pakistan,” “Ishq Nagni” and “Nakhra.”
I thought this song was actually written about me, until I realised with the help of some people with an ear for these things, that the chorus actually goes:
“Mehnu khatt romantic Jatt phir be chunga lagda”
So it ain’t about me (I can be quite the romantic – No really.) So I guess it was really written about this guy.
I think the tune is catchy, but seriously, haven’t we had enough of Miss Pooja’s voice yet? I also cannot forget about the Canadian connection, as Roach Killa is a native of the T-Dot.
Details are sketchy, as I have no definitive info as to what album this song will end up releasing on. Possibly on Miss Pooja’s solo album releasing on the MovieBox Records label in the not so distant future. For now, have a listen to this track ripped off the radio.
Miss Pooja feat. Roach Killa (Produced by Tigerstyle) – Romantic Jatt
26
Mar
2009
DJ Dips “Gerra De De” Video
The third video off of DJ Dips album “Stand Up Vol. 1″ is out, and it’s the mega collabo of Miss Pooja, Lehmber and Kaka.
A song of this nature deserved the traditional musical treatment, and credit goes to Dips for doing that but, I’m left thinking that it’s still missing something.
The other day I was putting together a list of songs for my friends wedding reception. This track made the short list, but it’s not really a dance track is it? And after watching the video, I soured a bit more on the track. The video just gives off a gloomy feel. Have a look.
2
Feb
2009
MoneySpinner “Poetry” Release Info
When I hear the word poetry it doesn’t exactly fill me up with any energy. So when that word is used to name a UK Bhangra album, that same energy I expect to experience with an album isn’t quite there.
MoneySpinner, a group of 4 musicians is set to release their sophomore album titled “Poetry.” They justify the use of the title by stating that the album “features some truly great vocalists, lyrics and music, all complimenting each other to produce ‘Poetry’ in motion.”
The eight track album features the vocals of Jaspinder Narula, Miss Pooja, Nirmal Sidhu, Balwinder Matewaria and Meet Malkit.
Alreh
Desh Panjab Di
Vicherian Deh Meleh
For more info on the group, or to order a copy, hit up VIP Records
The video looks good and Nirmal Sidhu lays down a solid vocal. But does it stir any emotions in you? Or is it just more blasé stuff being released?
