14
Dec
2011
Bups Saggu “Ik Gera”
There used to be a time where I would like every song sang by Shin. Those songs come few and far in between nowadays. However, this one produced by Bups Saggu just had me vibing enough to warrant a post.
12
Oct
2011
Free Download: DJ KSR October Podcast
DJ KSR jumps back on a bhangra tip for this months podcast, with a mix of some of the latest UK Bhangra offerings.
1. JK – Panga Peh Giyah
2. Jazzy B – Maharajas
3. Gippy Grewal – Munde Jattan De
4. Garry Sandhu – Tohar
5. KS Makhan – Tera Naa
6. Deep Jandu – Chak Chak
7. Karan MC – Agiya Sawaad
8. Kaka – Daru Naal Yaari
9. PBN – Fitteh Moo
10. Jazzy B – Surrey
11. Sharmilla – Headline
12. Lembher – Matha Tekhiya
13. Lembher – Melney
14. Sardara Gill – Bas Kar
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As always, hit up DJ KSR on his Twitter
17
May
2011
DJ Sanj feat. Sardara S. Gill & Balwinder Safri “Rewind”
DJ Sanj is finally set to release “Rewind Vol. 1″, which will help fill the needs of old school Bhangraheads.
The first video off the album, features Sardara S. Gills Bas Kar, and Balwinder Safris “Challa Pakhiyan”.
I’m sure my Mum will be pleased to hear Mr. Safris voice as well (one of her faves). Meanwhile, I’m gonna go and revisit 1996.
22
Feb
2011
Days of Bhangra Producers Lives: Where We Discover Sardara S Gill Is A Mack Daddy?
Seems like most Bhangra Producers are on twitter these days. With tweets ranging from album updates, what they’re doing to pass time, or how good they are at cooking, twitter is a little telescope into their day to day life. However every now and then, they may also paint an even more interesting picture of what is running through their mind. This feature helps you chew on what is happening in Bhangra Producers lives.
PBN Morning World… How is everyone? 1st stop Starbucks and then in the studio working on the new @JASSISIDHU album.
Tigerstyle Right now I’m hating JOKE promoters who haggle by sms and whatsapp, and can’t even afford to call to make a booking!!! JOKERS!!!!
Dipps Bhamrah BREAKING NEWS – There are unconfirmed reports of a Nandos in Punjab, I repeat…unconfirmed reports #punjabinews #Nandos #newsthatmatters
Jassi Sidhu U watch the brits n grammy’s n think why can’t our industry have a great awards ceremony 2 celebrate our talent..then u remember were indian
Jeeti After seening the coloseum i think i cud of been a gladiator!!!
Rishi Rich Had an amazing dinner at the palace hosted by HRH Prince Charles. Truly an unfogerttable evening. He even said my name in his speech!
Jus Ritz If you had to choose, #KFC or #Nandos which would u pick… hmm hard choice
DJ Noreen Khan Calling all Bhangraheads…in the song Soho Rd Uttey, does S Gill say Bedford or Bradford when name checking towns and places??!
J-Skillz @DJNoreenKhan he said “back of his ford”
26
Jan
2010
Jade “Dil Luteya & Duppata” Video
This isn’t exactly my cup of tea, but I put up the video featuring my man Sardara S. Gill – in the second half of the video – just so you can see some dueling mullets in action.
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For more info on the album, hit up VIP Records
4
Oct
2009
Old School Sunday – Amarjit Sidhu “Ser Par Topi”
This album came fresh on the heels of “Jam 2 the Bhangra” when Amarjit Sidhu’s sound was just killing it.
Just like “Jam..” this album contained some monster hits (Baskar, Chan Meh Tera Na Bhul Gai, Giddhian Dhe Rani) as well as my personal fave off this album “Ser Par Topi.”
The song was sung by Amarjit Sidhu, with the accompaniment of Sardara S. Gill, Davinder Kalsi, Arjinder Kang, Nicky Patel and Kulwant Bhamra.
Okay, it’s not exactly Bhangra, as Amarjit Sidhu says, it is a remake of a classic Hindi track from the 1960′s. But this is my blog kids, so deal with it (and sing along.)
There’s a lot of talk about music production these days, and Producers not knowing the meaning of the song before they go and create a sound for a track. So I found it rather interesting reading this in the cover of the cassette:
Dear Music Fan,
Thank you for buying the album KAMLEE 2. I have produced this album for all music lovers, throughout the world. I felt that there is need to experiment and expand the current Bhangra Musical Scene. Music knows no boundaries, either culturally or ethnically, and this Album will, I am sure, reflect this theme.
Although I live and work in the U.K., I have retained my cultural roots and the influences of Asia and it’s rich musical heritage. Within KAMLEE 2 there are traditional tracks that have been produced musically showing respect to traditional ways. There are other tracks, and there have a different musical approach.
In all cases I have looked at the Melody and the Lyrics, and then produced the music to suit.
This Album has been produced essentially for your entertainment. I hope that I have succeeded in bringing pleasure to you, and your fellow music lovers throughout the world.
Yours Sincerely,
Amarjit Sidhu
In a time where artists say they create music for themselves, this is refreshing to see that Amarjit Sidhu was making music for us, the general public. I also find it interesting that even back in 1993, the Bhangra scene was looking for something different and refreshing.
Amarjit Sidhu come back and make some hits!
Amarjit Sidhu
13
Sep
2009
Old School Sunday – Sardara S. Gill “Gideh Wich”
The group may be back together again, but I still liked Sardara S. Gill’s vocals over K.S. Bhamrah’s.
That being said, this track was HOT back in 1995. Released off his solo album “Pure Magic,” this track caught my attention because of the intro music. I would play this at parties, but then soon realised that the track is a tad slow to dance to, and a bit on the long side.
An interesting tidbit about the musical production of this song, is that it was the Jagpal brothers (Bally and Bhota) that produced it. Also, that killer tumbi was played by Balwinder Safri.
Sardara S. Gill – “Gideh Wich”
10
Sep
2009
The Return of Apna Sangeet
That’s right people! Sardara S. Gill and K.S. Bhamrah had a sit down last month, and agreed to put their differences aside in order to get back together and form Apna Sangeet.
They will be performing at a gig in Birmingham at the end of the month alongside Malkit Singh, and promise to perform with a full live band, as well as premiere two new tracks on their upcoming album set to be released next year.
My question is, will Gurcharan Mall be in the fold on stage doing his crazy Dholi antics?
Will the group try and go for the nineties sound that kind of saw their demise, or stick to their original sound?
Will people still appreciate the Apna Sangeet sound that we adored in the eighties?
Will UK Producers like Sukshinder Shinda, PBN jump on behind the decks to produce for them?
I saw Apna Sangeet perform live at more wedding receptions than any other group back in the 1980′s, and they were by far my favourite band, so you can say I am more than a little bit excited. But as excited as I am in anticipating this comeback, I will have to somewhat withhold it until I hear some more news, and get answers to the above questions.
Keep it locked.
26
Apr
2009
Old School Sunday – Sardara S. Gill “Sajna Veh Sajna”
This weeks Old School Sunday, is an ode to Gurdas Maan through the voice of Sardara S. Gill.
Whoever sings this song, it is one of my favourites (of course when Gurdas sings it, it is even more special.) Whenever I hear it, I feel like the song takes my imagination away to the Pind, and isn’t that what good music is about?
The album, “Jam To the Bhangra” was released in 1992, with production handled by the signature sound of Amarjit Sidhu. What’s interesting about the album, was the lack of K.S. Bhamra, but Sardara employed the rest of the band.
The album contained six tracks, of which at least five of the songs are classics. Check the heat;
Track 1 – Kamlee Yaar Dhe Kamlee
Track 2 – Manke Te Manka
Track 3 – Soho Road (Returns)
Track 4 – Akhien Udeek Dhean
Track 5 – Apna Sangeet Sings Apna Sangeet
Track 6 – Sajna Veh Sajna
WOW!
