15
Jun
2011
DJ Harvey “Bindrakhia Boliyan”
The last time I heard a Bindrakhia Boliyan remake was in 2009, when Northern Lights used the vocals of Jaswant Heera to pay homage to the man.
Today, with the aide of Nirmal Sidhu, DJ Harvey has taken a crack at his version of a “tribute”.
I feel like the vocals of Nirmal Sidhu and the music by DJ Harvey have come up short in paying true homage to the late great Bindrakhia. What do you think?
P.S. Where does one find an Adam Morrison Charlotte Bobcats jersey in India?
8
Mar
2011
Balli Kalsi featuring Nirmal Sidhu “Gal Meri Sun Ja”
This tune has grown on me a bit. It shows Nirmal Sidhu in a different tone (see what I did there?)
Good job Balli Kalsi.
17
Feb
2010
DJ Tally “Nakrah” Video
DJ Tally hooks up with Nirmal Sidhu on his first ever video for his single “Nakrah.”
Standard Notorious Jatt type of music hunna? Albeit, I like it a bit better than the Danny C track.
The single can be purchased exclusively on iTunes on February 26th, 2010.
26
Jan
2010
DJ Tally featuring Nirmal Sidhu “Nakrah” Promo
DJ Tally’s debut single is set to release on iTunes on February 26th featuring the vocals of Nirmal Sidhu. Stay tuned for more info.
11
Dec
2009
DJ Gurps “Mundeyo” Video
The third video from DJ Gurps’ “Expectations” album.
There was only one track on this album that caught my attention, and that was the Sarbjit Kaur Boliyan.
This video, featuring the vocals of Nirmal Sidhu, does provide some entertainment. You’ll see what I mean.
Clicking on Video opens new window.
15
Nov
2009
Old School Sunday – Unity “Asi Haan Punjabi” (Behind the Scenes)
This week’s Old School Sunday video is from two weeks ago. Yep, two weeks ago.
Every year, the BBC in the UK, host a charity event “Children in Need.” They do the whole Telethon bit, and this year, it’ll have an old school UK Bhangra flavour.
“Unity,” a whole bunch of old school artists, have got together and produced a song for the benefit, and as you can see below, a video is in the works.
Going by the number of artists associated with the song, I figured today would be as good as time as any for this video. Check out my favourite band growing up – Apna Sangeet – steal the spotlight.
I heard the song on BBC Radio this past week, and it’s not exactly a dance floor filler, but it is a great track, and I can tell you that Shin (DCS) ripped it.
The “Unity” performance on Television takes place on November 20, 2009. As I get more details, I’ll keep you all updated.
13
Aug
2009
Dark MC “Chori Chori” Promo
I am truly looking forward to this CD. “It’s Getting Dark in Here” was a bad man’s album!
Now Dark MC is on his way back, with a new ten track album featuring what he is calling the anthem of 2009.
“Chori Chori.” features the vocals of Jaswinder Daghamia, and his vocal abilities have not been utilised by many Producers. (If you haven’t heard “Gabru Gulab Warga” on Gupsy Aujla’s album, you are missing out!)
“Incisive,” which is set to be released on the MovieBox label in the fall, will feature vocals by (Late) Kaka Bhaniawala, Nirmal Sidhu, Labh Janjua and more.
The tracks are predominantly written by Bhindi Laltonwala. I’m sure you have heard tracks written by him before, including the free downloads Dark MC gave away in June. I don’t know what’s been going on with Bhindi Laltonwala as of late, because his lyrics make me want to go out and do baaaaad things.
19
May
2009
Notorious Jatt “Khanda” Video
Where to begin?
I received the promo for this song two weeks ago, but I didn’t want to put it up until I had formulated an opinion. I thought if the video was released soon enough, it would clear up some questions.
After watching the video, I can see they tried their best to justify the lyrics of the song.
The track is typical Notorious Jatt hype music, but the lyrics still irk me. In no way am I a conservative shrew, but I just cannot get past the chorus.
“Asal Peshaan Panjabi Dhee Gal Paiya Khanda”
“You can recognise a true Panjabi as they have a Khanda around their neck”
Huh?
The line has caused quite a stir, as they’re bringing religion into what will inevitable be perceived as a club anthem.
Now I know there is a lot of people out there that do rock a Khanda on their chain, or in their rear view mirror, or are tatted up with one.
But look at this:
Not all Panjabis are Sikhs AND Not all Sikhs are Panjabis
See what I did right there? But that is my Western thought.
Talking to someone from the East, and they simply tell you, it doesn’t matter what you’re background is, there are all types of people living in Panjab that wear a Khanda around their neck, so I shouldn’t take the chorus so literally.
I can’t do it.
I think the wording is wrong, even within the context they are attempting to display in the video. They could have done some things in the video to clarify their position more, but instead they fudged it.
I haven’t heard Notorious Jatt or Nirmal Sidhu offer any justification to the lyrics yet, but stay tuned. This may get ugly.
The album “Still Livin’ It Up,” is set to contain a lineup of;
Kulvinder Johal, Preet Mahadipuria, Ranjit Mani, Pargat Khan, Kaka Bhaniawala and more.
The first single “Khanda” is set to release on iTunes on May 22.
After listening to the music of the track, I get the feeling like I’ve heard this beat before, and I think I have. Notorious has been producing for a couple of other singers (like Juz’D,) and I think the beats were similar on that album.
The label tried to make it a point to say that this is Notorious’ first solo album since three years ago. I guess they don’t want us to get confused, although it’s hard when everything sounds the same.
16
Feb
2009
MoneySpinner “Desh Panjab Di” Video
Last week I posted promos on the MoneySpinner album “Poetry.” Well here is the first video from the album.
Nirmal Sidhu killed it on the vocals. It’s not exactly a dance tune, but the video does make me want to be jumping out and around in the Pend.
The album drops on February 25th, and can be purchased digitally from VIP Records. I’m also happy to note that they now offer their digital downloads as an mp3 file, rather than wma format.
Question is, What do you think of the video?
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?
