[arr] A R Rahman Gives 3 For Shankar 6 For Manirathnam
A R Rahman, who is concentrating on Tamil films after a brief hiatus is currently busy with a couple of mega projects- Superstar Rajinikanth starrer Endhiran directed by Shankar and a Manirathnam film which has Abhishekh and Aishwarya Rai in the lead. The music maestro, who has completed the recording of songs for his mentor Manirathnam's film, has come out with six beautiful numbers, which would enthrall the audience, it is said. Meanwhile for Endhiran, Rahman has composed three songs, which are currently being shot in Peru and the US, while works for three more songs are on. http://thebollywoodactress.com/kollywood-hot-news/a-r-rahman-gives-3-for\ -shankar-6-for-manirathnam.php http://thebollywoodactress.com/kollywood-hot-news/a-r-rahman-gives-3-fo\ r-shankar-6-for-manirathnam.php -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue I am really moved. This is a great honour. There is a lot more to do I feel like a slate waiting to be written on -- ARR's words after accepting the Life Time Achievement Award from the Rotary Club of Madras on 24 June '08 www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297 http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
[arr] M. Night Shyamalan with Shankar for Endhiran
[Manoj Night Shyamalan] M.Night Shyamalan with Shankar for Endhiran -By Behindwoods News Bureau, USA Thoughunderway in full earnest in Peru with the shootingof a song, there seem to be things about Endhiran that are still troubling Shankar's mind. It is no secret that Endhiran, then Robot, was affected by the demise of writer Sujatha. He had been a trusted associate and screen writer for Shankar. We had reported that Shankar had called upon writer Balakumaran to fill the void. Balakumaran had earlier worked with Shankar in Gentleman, Kadhalan and Jeans. But even after the completion of scripting works, Shankar seems to see room for improvement, trademarks of a perfectionist. With the sci-fi specialist Sujatha no longer around to give the much needed advice, Shankar has chosen to look beyond Kollywood, beyond Bollywood and into Hollywood. Shankar seems to have set sight on Manoj Night Shyamalan, known for making films like Sixth Sense, The Village, Unbreakable, Signs and The Happening. Shyamalan may not be a complete sci-fi specialist but he knows how to keep people on their toes and that's exactly what Shankar wants. The top Kollywood director is said to have approached Shyamalan for discussing the finer elements of the script of Endhiran. Now we don't know what the exact role of Manoj Night Shyamalan might be in Endhiran, maybe that of a script consultant. We also are not sure whether Shyamalan has accepted to work in the project, because there are news about him moving on to his next project in Hollywood and he is also known to be very choosy in what he does, especially after having opted out of a chance to script an Indiana Jones movie. Let's hope things come together well and that Shankar is able to convince Shyamalan. http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/special-news/endhiran-18-09-08.h\ tml http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/special-news/endhiran-18-09-08.\ html
Re: [arr] What trends in ARR's music have you noticed from Roja to now?
Nice findings Chord! A very in-depth analysis and well described indeed! Keep up the Good Work! :) BR Moin - Original Message From: Chord [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2008 7:48:39 AM Subject: [arr] What trends in ARR's music have you noticed from Roja to now? I hope nobody says, he has lost it.. or something negative and judgemental. Please try to be objective and focus on the music itself instead of airing opinions comparing old ARR and new ARR. One thing I've noticed is the use of more nuanced symphonic arrnagements in his later soundtracks. ARR has always blended Western classical elements with traditional Indian music like nobody else could or ever will probably. However, I have noticed that of late, his arrnagements have been more crowded and less minimalistic as compared to his previous works, while being more nuanced at the same time. With increasing arrnagement density in his latter soundtracks with more nuanced symphonic undercurrents, it becomes all the more important to use better sound mixing and mastering techniques to allow the denser track layerings their own individual crispness and distinctiveness. A successful example would be Jodha Akbar and Jaane Tu. A less successful example would be Rang De Basanti and parts of Swades and Guru, where I did not feel the crystal crispness in sound production. Post 1997, with improved sound technology, I have noticed that he did not have to tweak the trebble levels as high as his previous works, which gave a warmer, more analogue sound to the recordings. Overall, I find his music nowadays to be perhaps less radical in its conceptual format with safer in the box creativity, but brilliantly creative nonetheless. Since his arrival, many others have followed his path and hence, because of the dominating influence of his own sound and style in the music industry, ARR himself is victim to his own revolutionary undertakings in that he does not stand out as much as he used to. Yet, his music still has his strong signature and stamp of assured quality that nobody can beat. I also feel that his sense of melodic composition has improved over time in terms of smoothness and ear friendlyness, and with more breathing room for the singer. Yet, this may be at the sacrifice of out of the blue musical concepts, which dominated his earlier scenes. In other words, he plays it safer these days, which is not necessarily wrong. And that's a relative term too. He still belts out incredible songs with ingenious hooks. This may just be a natural consequence of his aging and maturing mind and the backdrop of the current music scene.
[arr] Salman overwhelmed with 'Yuvvraaj' throws a wrap up party!
Salman overwhelmed with 'Yuvvraaj' throws a wrap up party! By MovieTalkies.com, 17 September 2008 Last Sunday, Salman Khan finished his last day of shooting and dubbing for Subhash Ghai's 'Yuvvraaj'. Salman was so overwhelmed with the way the film has shaped up that he invited the entire cast and crew at his house for a wrap up party at his Bandra residence. Like all his parties in the past, this one was also very lavished and Salman played a great host making the entire cast and crew feel at home. Salman could not stop praising all the artiste and technicians who had worked on the film making it a great musical spectacular. Mr Ghai also praised Salman saying that he will surprise everyone in Yuvvraaj and both he and Katrina are magic on screen. Yuvvraaj is showman's most ambitious and expensive film till date with music by A. R. Rahman and lyrics by Gulzar. http://www.muktaarts.com/newsite/mediabuzz/media-205.html
[arr] Re: Illayaraja's appreciation..!!
Couldn’t stop myself from quoting this, even though all wanted to stop this conversation..but I really was pretty annoyed when I read this.. It was during the FilmFare awards, when Karthik Raja won R.D.Burman award for…I think it is Grahan, when asked to comment he said… A.R.Rahman is not a composer at all, and my god I am not answering any more questions regarding that as I don’t want to get into controversy Well..history speaks for itself…doesn’t it??? Another comment which also irritates me to the core was a comment made by some other music director that Lagaan needed a much better score…he also said that all the cats are playing since the Lion (referring to himself) is out of the game lately!!! Now..what I really love from our boss is his simplicity…I can never even has a nightmare of our Boss making such comments…. Great…we are going to have a musical feast with soo many up-coming A.R.Rahman releases :) Also, I seriously hope and pray that our boss does What’s your Rashee…cant imagine an Ashutosh Gowarikar’s film without the music by our Boss THE WOODS ARE LOVELY,DARK AND DEEP BUT I HAVE MANY PROMISES TO KEEP AND GO THOUSANDS OF MILES BEFORE I SLEEP!! Unlimited freedom, unlimited storage. Get it now, on http://help.yahoo.com/l/in/yahoo/mail/yahoomail/tools/tools-08.html/
[arr] Re: What trends in ARR's music have you noticed from Roja to now?
Hi Chord, Good write up, nicely explained. I can only add up a few simple things: His music is not as hard as it used to be in past, maybe that's why the life of the latest ARR songs is not as long as of the earlier songs. Some childish (or naughty to be exact) stuff that we used to find here or there in his earlier songs has been omitted lately and is replaced by mature (or standard) stuff. Perhaps this is the reason why his earlier work sounded fresher than the later. In early times his music had more western elements in it which gradually shifted to Indian classical in his recent work. 'Melody Part' of his music has been enhanced enormously lately. His love with flute continues though. Its perhaps the only thing which prevailed constantly in his music, however the flute effect was more distinguished in early times. His love with experimenting with singers continues. I think he has been more liberal in his choice of singers lately though. His inclination toward Sufi Music can easily be noticed in recent times. And at last... Our love and passion for his music is still the same, maybe more. I believe this is something we will carry throughout our lifetime. Do not be surprised if one of us will start the topic What trends in ARR's music have you noticed from Roja to now on 18/09/2058. Pravinder. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Chord [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I hope nobody says, he has lost it.. or something negative and judgemental. Please try to be objective and focus on the music itself instead of airing opinions comparing old ARR and new ARR. One thing I've noticed is the use of more nuanced symphonic arrnagements in his later soundtracks. ARR has always blended Western classical elements with traditional Indian music like nobody else could or ever will probably. However, I have noticed that of late, his arrnagements have been more crowded and less minimalistic as compared to his previous works, while being more nuanced at the same time. With increasing arrnagement density in his latter soundtracks with more nuanced symphonic undercurrents, it becomes all the more important to use better sound mixing and mastering techniques to allow the denser track layerings their own individual crispness and distinctiveness. A successful example would be Jodha Akbar and Jaane Tu. A less successful example would be Rang De Basanti and parts of Swades and Guru, where I did not feel the crystal crispness in sound production. Post 1997, with improved sound technology, I have noticed that he did not have to tweak the trebble levels as high as his previous works, which gave a warmer, more analogue sound to the recordings. Overall, I find his music nowadays to be perhaps less radical in its conceptual format with safer in the box creativity, but brilliantly creative nonetheless. Since his arrival, many others have followed his path and hence, because of the dominating influence of his own sound and style in the music industry, ARR himself is victim to his own revolutionary undertakings in that he does not stand out as much as he used to. Yet, his music still has his strong signature and stamp of assured quality that nobody can beat. I also feel that his sense of melodic composition has improved over time in terms of smoothness and ear friendlyness, and with more breathing room for the singer. Yet, this may be at the sacrifice of out of the blue musical concepts, which dominated his earlier scenes. In other words, he plays it safer these days, which is not necessarily wrong. And that's a relative term too. He still belts out incredible songs with ingenious hooks. This may just be a natural consequence of his aging and maturing mind and the backdrop of the current music scene.
Re: [arr] Salman overwhelmed with 'Yuvvraaj' throws a wrap up party!
Atlast they have started creating some kind of hype for the movie...good... --- On Thu, 9/18/08, vinodraju2k [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: vinodraju2k [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [arr] Salman overwhelmed with 'Yuvvraaj' throws a wrap up party! To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Date: Thursday, September 18, 2008, 2:13 AM Salman overwhelmed with 'Yuvvraaj' throws a wrap up party! By MovieTalkies. com, 17 September 2008 Last Sunday, Salman Khan finished his last day of shooting and dubbing for Subhash Ghai's 'Yuvvraaj'. Salman was so overwhelmed with the way the film has shaped up that he invited the entire cast and crew at his house for a wrap up party at his Bandra residence. Like all his parties in the past, this one was also very lavished and Salman played a great host making the entire cast and crew feel at home. Salman could not stop praising all the artiste and technicians who had worked on the film making it a great musical spectacular. Mr Ghai also praised Salman saying that he will surprise everyone in Yuvvraaj and both he and Katrina are magic on screen. Yuvvraaj is showman's most ambitious and expensive film till date with music by A. R. Rahman and lyrics by Gulzar. http://www.muktaart s.com/newsite/ mediabuzz/ media-205. html
[arr] Boys in Hindi...at last
I think they are finally doing justice by releasing Boys in Hindi..The songs have international potential and I seriously felt that they were under-rated by limiting the sound track only to Hindi and Telugu, also lyrics in the later being absolute crap.. Tears almost rolled out of my eyes when I first head my most favourite sound track in my mother tongue (Telugu)..I know nothing about poetry and I thought not only me, but even a kid from fifth or sixth grade could do a better job that this!! I work in an English company where I am the only Asian. We have a Friday playlist which is combined collection of personal favourites from every member of the staff. We used to play this every Friday from 4 – 5:30 PM…Girlfriend and Dating were number 1 and 3 on that list..Everyone loved the songs soo much…they even bought the complete album from iTunes… THE WOODS ARE LOVELY,DARK AND DEEP BUT I HAVE MANY PROMISES TO KEEP AND GO THOUSANDS OF MILES BEFORE I SLEEP!! Unlimited freedom, unlimited storage. Get it now, on http://help.yahoo.com/l/in/yahoo/mail/yahoomail/tools/tools-08.html/
[arr] yuvraaj theme
Brilliant score ... cant wait for the album. And lets not make any comments before the audio release... i guess how the comments where pouring when the guru website was out... and how it changed once the album released. -- Regards, Varun
[ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
1) We both like ice creams 2) We both love working at night 3) We both work with computers and do not bother about deadlines :)) write on!
[arr] Vision A R Rahman 2020.........
Hai all, This is my wild thinking, if it is not interested please sorry for me. A R Rahman in 2020. I am cent percent sure that only Rahman will survive in 2020 when compared to other MD s. When i think this lot of thinks came to me. In2020 how ar's music will be, what changes will occur likewise. I am sharing my opinion regarding this. 1) In 2020 there will be chance for more technogy oriented songs at it's peak from Rahman . 2) Animation movies and it's music will be common. I think ar might be do that. 3) Within 2020 there is a high chance for Oscar award for an indian film and possibly that movie's music might be AR. 4) More International acclaimfor Rahman. 5) There is a chance for Rahman will be one of the top choices for Hollywood movies. What do you think guys. Did anything miss? Regards ANEESH
[arr] Gumsum or Vaji vaji?
I have a doubt. some one pls clarify i you can... 1. Which song is composed first Gumsum or Vaji vaji? 2. Which of the above songs is composed with maximum technology? 3. Of these two which one took the maximum amount of time for recording? 4. finally Which is best GUMSUM OR VAJI VAJI? regards NELSON
[arr] Sakkarkatti Movie to release on 26th
News – 'Sakkarakatti' for the sweet tooth on 26th IndiaGlitz Exclusive [Thursday, September 18, 2008]
[arr] Doctorate To A R Rahman----Why
Hai all, Why a r is not honored Doctorate degree on his contribution to the indian film music industry. Regards ANEESH-K- S
Re: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
BOTH our PALM measurements are *EXACTLY THE SAME! EAACCCTTTLLY!! *
RE: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
1) We both like ice creams 2) We both love working at night 3) We both work with computers and do not bother about deadlines :)) 4) we both are calm and smile always. write on!
Re: [arr] Boys in Hindi...at last
Well...It has been years since they have been saying this. Boys in HINDI. On 9/18/08, ravikanth adloori [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think they are finally doing justice by releasing Boys in Hindi..The songs have international potential and I seriously felt that they were under-rated by limiting the sound track only to Hindi and Telugu, also lyrics in the later being absolute crap.. Tears almost rolled out of my eyes when I first head my most favourite sound track in my mother tongue (Telugu)..I know nothing about poetry and I thought not only me, but even a kid from fifth or sixth grade could do a better job that this!! I work in an English company where I am the only Asian. We have a Friday playlist which is combined collection of personal favourites from every member of the staff. We used to play this every Friday from 4 – 5:30 PM…Girlfriend and Dating were number 1 and 3 on that list..Everyone loved the songs soo much…they even bought the complete album from iTunes… THE WOODS ARE LOVELY,DARK AND DEEP BUT I HAVE MANY PROMISES TO KEEP AND GO THOUSANDS OF MILES BEFORE I SLEEP!! Unlimited freedom, unlimited storage. Get it now, on http://help.yahoo.com/l/in/yahoo/mail/yahoomail/tools/tools-08.html/
Re: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
Heey im the first one to reply :) no correction in first one 1) No correction 2) We both love five times prayers 3) We both like to learn new things and be upto date in technology Usham - Original Message From: Gomzy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2008 15:50:41 Subject: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :) 1) We both like ice creams 2) We both love working at night 3) We both work with computers and do not bother about deadlines :)) write on! New Email addresses available on Yahoo! Get the Email name you#39;ve always wanted on the new @ymail and @rocketmail. Hurry before someone else does! http://mail.promotions.yahoo.com/newdomains/aa/
Re: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
We both have *SAME *music taste... lol...Thats because, he is the person who created the taste in me...lol.
Re: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
Gomzy... Superb Topic .. Thanks da. U always think different. 1. ARR attributes all his success and fame to GOD... I also try my level best to do the same.. 2. He is media shy and camera shy. Me too 3. He creates Divine Music and makes others happy. I try to Rip his works and try to make others happy. On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 4:15 PM, kishore parayath [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We both have *SAME *music taste... lol...Thats because, he is the person who created the taste in me...lol. -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] Two young guns and A.R. Rahman's music create hype
http://media.fastclick.net/w/click.here?sid=23056m=6c=1 Two young guns and A.R. Rahman's music create hype September18, 2008 Sakkarakatti,which happens to be the debut vehicleof the sons of two biggies in Kollywood, has received accolades from all those who have been lucky to see the film. Shantanu, son of Bagyaraj, is the lead actor and the film is directed by Kala Prabhu, son of producer Kalai Puli S Dhanu. The most important aspect of [Sakkarakatti] Sakkarakattiseems to be its music. A.R. Rahman's musichas topped the charts and it is also believed that ARR's music has created quite of lot of hype for Sakkarakatti. The film is slated to be released on September 26th, according to industry sources... http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/sep-08-03/sakkarakatti-18-\ 09-08.ht http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/sep-08-03/sakkarakatti-18\ -09-08.ht
[arr] 'Marma Yogi' - a historical extravaganza starts 26th
Kamal Haasan's Multi-lingual Multi-Million dollar Magnum opus 'Marma Yogi' would go on floors on September 26th in Tamilnadu. Scripted and Directed by the Universal Star himself, Marmayogi will have its musical score by none other than A.R.Rahman. Rahman said that he would do an extensive research for this period film. Rumors are going around that Kamal wants to complete this mega-project at a rapid pace to ensure it to be a Tamil New year release on April 14, 2009. Co-produced by Pyramid Saimira and Rajkamal International, Managing Director of the former commented on Marmayogi as,The project will be a landmark project in the technical as well as cinematic qualities and will try to project Indian cinema in the best possible manner internationally. After Marmayogi, the leading method actor would feature in '19 steps'. Produced in English, the film will have its versions in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and Japanese and the production would start in April 2009. http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/41618.html %20http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/41618.html -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue Melody can transform a person, who would want to kill someone into a love showering one -- ARR www.orkut.com/ AlbumList. aspx?uid= 7295035299513517 297 http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
Re: [arr] THE INCOMPARABLE MUSICAL MIRACLE-THE GREAT ARR
I think this is a great idea. I am really hungry for some musically rich discussions that the group has been meandering away from. Why don't you please go ahead and pick a song and title the thread Song of the Week? - Original Message From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 17, 2008 1:04:00 PM Subject: [arr] THE INCOMPARABLE MUSICAL MIRACLE-THE GREAT ARR The great ARR does not need any certificates or defenses or comparisons, as to His contemporary musical excellence and contemporary musical superiority. It is my personal, repeat personal, opinion that HE reached Himalayan heights and one need not make another one small, to make ARR look bigger. ARR is at once human and humane. God fearing. Exudes humility. Displays understanding and reverence, where they are deserved and are due. These rare attributes are, in addition to the Divine music that flows from him like perennial sacred river, in which each one of us are getting immersed, with pleasure, day in and day out. In other words, what I am trying to think loud is, instead of spending so many words in defending, where defense is absolutely superfluous, THE Musical BOSS. And a lesser number of words on saying or proving, where proof is not needed, that others are not as good and as original, we all can listen to a particular song composed by our ARR, say on a Monday, and the rest of the week, we can say what nuances we detected and what twists we did not notice earlier, on which spots the Genius is more evident and how and where the instrumentalists excelled and where one liked the singer's contribution most. This will facilitate the not so observant also to enjoy the song more. The song of the week will, thus, be owned by all, literally, with full awareness. Please ignore if this is impracticable and not in the interests of this Group of ARR-fans. csrao You are invited to Get a Free AOL Email ID. Click here.
[arr] Puli's actual release date is depended on ARR
Puli's shooting is under progress in Hyderabad. Director S J Surya is trying to wrap it up by December so that it can be released in January 2009. The film's actual release date is depended on music director A R Rehman who normally takes his `own sweet time' to give tunes and provide background music. http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14761086 http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14761086 -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue I feel that I'm representing my father's aspirations, his unfulfilled life in all that I attempt. I'm inspired by him. I did not have him for a long time in my life. But I remember the way he used to treat his musicians, the way he respected them and of course I remember his music. -- ARR www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297 http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
Re: [arr] Puli's actual release date is depended on ARR
Own Sweet time to give tunes... If you want sweet tunes, you need to wait for sweet time... All these internet sites are too sarcastic On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 7:38 PM, rahmanfever [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: *Puli*'s shooting is under progress in Hyderabad. Director S J Surya is trying to wrap it up by December so that it can be released in January 2009. The film's actual release date is depended on music director A R Rehman who normally takes his `own sweet time' to give tunes and provide background music. http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14761086 -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue I feel that I'm representing my father's aspirations, his unfulfilled life in all that I attempt. I'm inspired by him. I did not have him for a long time in my life. But I remember the way he used to treat his musicians, the way he respected them and of course I remember his music. -- ARR www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297 -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] Harshdeep Kaur - A Big fan of A.R. Rahman
The third finalist on NDTV Imagine's Junoon has been decided. The competition was indeed tough between Ali Abbas and Harshdeep... The third finalist on NDTV Imagine's Lux Junoon Kuchh Kar Dikhaane Ka has been decided!! The competition was tough between Ali Abbas and Harshdeep Kaur of Sufi gharana and finally the luck was in favor of Harshdeep. Besides Abhaas and Malini, Harshdeep is the third finalist in Junoon. Now these three will compete with each other to win the trophy, says our source. This time there is a special guest in the up coming episode of Junoon. It's none other than Miss World Priyanka Chopra. She enjoyed seeing the performances and especially liked Harshdeep's performance, adds our khabroo. Harshdeep has a rare combination of melody, charm, talent, Riaz and guts. This beautiful voice is a gift to her by her father who was also her mentor. She is a big fan of A R Rehman. According to her the secret of singing so well is the simplicity of songs which touch the heart of audiences. The Grand Finale of Junoon will be graced by Amitabh Bachchan and son Abhishek, states our source. It's going to be tough competition between the three and may the best singer and Gharana win!! Reporter and Author: Rachana Trivedi http://india-forums.com/tellybuzz/article.asp?id=3211 -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] Evano Oruvan - Alaipayuthey
Just was listening to this song, and i have to say its one mind blowing number love Swarnalatha's emotion in this song... and lyrics is simply superb... the 1st interlude, esp that flute bit, goodness, it can make ur heart swirl!!! beautifully used as BGM in the movie... on the whole, its an awesome song the song is to gd!
[arr] YUVVRAAJ may prepone, audio on October 10
Here's the latest about the next project from Subhash Ghai, YUVVRAAJ, which also marks the entry of Salman Khan into the Mukta Arts banner. The coming Sunday will see the first teaser of YUVVRAAJ being aired on television. It will also carry a musical note from A.R. Rahman. Starring Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif and Zayed Khan, the grand music which sees the combination of Gulzar, Rahman and Ghai, is all set for a high profile release on October 10. While on YUVVRAAJ's release plans, there is a buzz in the trade circles that since Subhash Ghai has completed the shooting of the film earlier than expected, it would not be surprising if he decides to prepone the film from its present release date of November 21. http://www.glamsham.com/movies/scoops/08/sep/18-yuvvraj-may-prepone-audio-on-october-10-090805.asp -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] A.R. Rahman along with celebrities for A Global Advocacy Campaign
New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) A host of Bollywood celebrities will take part in a United Nations Millennium Campaign (UNMC) video to mobilise masses to fight against poverty. A.R. Rahman, Gulzar, Sonu Nigam, Sunidhi Chauhan, Jaideep Sahni, Kailash Kher and Ranbir Kapoor will come together for the special video which will also feature Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh and Pakistani model-turned-actress Imaan Ali of 'Khuda Kay Liye' fame. Produced by Tandav Films of 'Khosla Ka Ghosla' fame and directed by Meghna Gulzar, the video is a Public Social Advertising (PSA) and is in production stage. The video will essentially focus on the global advocacy campaign called 'Stand Up And Take Action' alongside concentrating on popularising Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). 'The objective of this video is to make people aware and to make the government wake up and take action to achieve the 8 MDGs. Celebrities from all walks of life talk hard core facts in a communicative manner in the video to reach people. This video will also be aired free of cost on major Television channels,' Raaj Hiremath, Managing Director, Tandav Films told IANS. 43 million people across the globe set up a world record October last year by taking part in the campaign that was earlier called 'Stand Up and Speak Out'. Celebrities and sportsmen like Aamir Khan, Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid have also been associated with the campaign. http://www.sindhtoday.net/sports/21785.htm -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] [bgm] PADAIYAPPA
Dear All, A couple of additional BGMs from Padaiyappa are listed below.. Voicelesss. 1. K.S. Ravikumar BGM... where his name credits come in the picture 2. Padaiyappa going and meeting Mansoor Alikhan 3. Sad tune of Suthi Suthi 4. Final Fight Scene and so on Just awesome 5. nadaswaram Bit of Vetri kodi katttu http://www.mediafire.com/?0wizwmz3kom -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
Re: [arr] Gumsum or Vaji vaji?
1. Which song is composed first Gumsum or Vaji vaji? -- I'm sure GumSum was composed first. 2. Which of the above songs is composed with maximum technology? -- Both songs show very little use of synthesizers.. but recording Qualitywise both are cool. 3. Of these two which one took the maximum amount of time for recording? -- only ARR can tell that :) 4. finally Which is best GUMSUM OR VAJI VAJI? -- will reserve this one after seeing gumSum visuals , so that i'm not biased . On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 5:40 AM, snkishanthnelson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have a doubt. some one pls clarify i you can... 1. Which song is composed first Gumsum or Vaji vaji? 2. Which of the above songs is composed with maximum technology? 3. Of these two which one took the maximum amount of time for recording? 4. finally Which is best GUMSUM OR VAJI VAJI? regards NELSON -- Cheers, Pradeepan. All you need to do is, decide what to do with the time that is given to you !
[arr] SONG OF THE WEEK | Let's select one, every week
I'm interested to discuss about a Song/Theme/Background Score of ARR every week as Mr. C S Rao said in his post.. Let's everyone select a 'Song of the Week' every weekend ?? Let's me start with my selection for this week.. I go for 'The Banyan Theme'. I don't have a good quality mp3 of this track but still I enjoy it a lot every time when I listen to this track. ARR composed this song for an organization called 'The Banyan' which provides home and rehabilitation for the poor who are battered, bruised, brutally abused, ignored by everybody, eating out of garbage bins and with no place to call home in the society.. This Theme and the Video really move each and every heart and fill tears in our eyes.. Another touching song by Rahmanji who's helping the world to MAKE THE POVERTY A HISTORY.. There's no lyrics in the theme but only Humming. But whenever I listen to this track, I can feel some meanings in those hummings.. it's like creating an awareness among us, about our duties and to have a kind heart to help the poor and needy.. I'm still trying to find out the Vocalist for this track ( Please find out and tell me :-) ) I listened to this theme more than 100 times this week and I'm really in love with this track, more than ever.. The Song starts with a soothing tune and the humming enters into our ears with some never before heard feel.. The theme has a great flow from a low octave to high with some heavy beats in the background.. But still the humming soothes our heart n soul.. Towards the end we can clearly hear the masterpiece voice of ARR.. It's like the maa... in the beginning of Vande mataram Song.. :-) The theme ends with the touching beginning tune and the vocals.. No words ! I don't know how many of you have listened to this track or seen the video.. Here's the download link anyway.. http://rapidshare.com/files/19683148/Banyan_theme_audio.mp3 http://rapidshare.com/files/19683148/Banyan_theme_audio.mp3 The Quality is not so good.. Please forgive.. :-) Thanks to Aditya for this link.. If anyone here has a good quality mp3 please post it.. And I don't have the Video with me.. Kindly someone post that too to enjoy the ever haunting feel of the theme.. I don't know for how many days I keep on listening to this track whenever I feel sad or happy.. But for me this is the SONG OF THE WEEK ! :-) :-) Thank you all.. PEACE. -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue Religion teaches a person what his or her real self is, why he has been created and it also tells a person about his relation with his father, mother, wife and daughter. For me religion is a personal journey to other things. -- ARR www.orkut.com/ AlbumList. aspx?uid= 7295035299513517 297 http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
Re: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
Nice one Gomzy... Let me add some... * We both live in Chennai and love the city for whatever it is.. * We both love home food, but most of time we are forced to miss it. * We both are short, but smart too.. :-) --- On Thu, 9/18/08, Gomzy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Gomzy [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :) To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Date: Thursday, September 18, 2008, 2:50 AM 1) We both like ice creams 2) We both love working at night 3) We both work with computers and do not bother about deadlines :)) write on!
[arr] Banyan Theme performed by ?? Please clarify...
Dear Friends.. Here's the link to download the Banyan Theme.. Please tell me who performed this.. http://rapidshare.com/files/19683148/Banyan_theme_audio.mp3 http://rapidshare.com/files/19683148/Banyan_theme_audio.mp3 This is a doubt of mine, for the past two years.. I couldn't find out the Singer.. Please throw some light , friends.. Gops 'n Vijay Bros.. please help... :-) -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue I wasn't looking to recreate a Mughal-e-Azam or to better the compositions of Khayyam or Naushad. I wanted to do something that hadn't been heard before. -- ARR on the Music of Jodhaa Akbar www.orkut.com/ AlbumList. aspx?uid= 7295035299513517 297 http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
Re: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
He is compassionate and so am i :) --- On Thu, 9/18/08, kishore parayath [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: kishore parayath [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :) To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Date: Thursday, September 18, 2008, 10:22 AM BOTH our PALM measurements are EXACTLY THE SAME! EAACCCTTTLLY! !
[arr] Re:Banyan Theme performed by ?? Please clarify...
As far as I know, it had two voices. One of them being Sayanora Philip (Athiradee Fame). Pardon me for not knowing the other name.
Re: [arr] What trends in ARR's music have you noticed from Roja to now?
Friends, I've just poured out my mind. Please don't get bored with it...Would love to hear other's perspectives on ARR . *Earlier Trends in ARR Music:* *1) sad / sombre songs: * Early in his career, most of his sad songs were of typical soul/Blue genre. he used a repeating pattern . eg: Tu Hire - Bombay Oh Vennila - Kadhal Desam. Roja Jaaneman - Roja. *2) Use of a repeating loop with plucked-string instrument. *For many slow placed songs, he used a very simple repeating loop using guitar/veena/sitar/etc., eg: Revival - Vande Mataram. Then Kizhaku cheemayila - Kizhaku Cheemayile Nila Kaaigiradhu - Indra (Hari Haran version) *3) Lavish use of 'Vocal' support from Backing singers in Interludes: *Many a times he has done entire interludes with just group vocals. (most cases they words are just gibberish) eg: Hairaba - jeans (2nd interlude) Kannum Kannum - Thiruda Thirurda rock song (2nd interlude by Sujatha) Take it easy Urvasi - Kadhalan (Anupama in interlude) Kehna hi Kya/Kannalane - Bombay (female chorus for interlude) Lucky Lucky - Ratchagan (2nd interlude) *4) Use of Cello/Double Bass/Other Low-pitched instruments for Loop: *eg: Dil Se Re - Dil Se Romeo Aatam Potaal - Mr. Romeo Ishq Bina - Taal Anbe Anbe - Jeans. Hello doctor - Kadhal Desam *More Recent Trends in ARR Music.* *5) Use of Guitar/other accoustic with slightly higher pitched sounds as loop : (Compare with point 4) *eg: Kabhi Kabhi Aditi - JTYJN New York Nagaram - SOK Lukka Chupi - RDB YeH tara - Swades (tonk ta tonk ..tonk ta tonk loop) Akilan Akilan - Alai Payuthey *6) Declining use of a commercial Synthesizer loops: *This is a well known thing. eg: Telephone Mani pol - Indian Of late its his own Loop. SOmtimes additional rythm programmers are hired to do specific songs. *7) Extravagant usage of Symphonic elements *We can see him preferring more more symphonic sounding arrangements even to ordinary present-day time movies. eg: Increased use of strings as an accompaniment to the main singer throughtout the song. *8) Declining use of the strange Flute sounds. *Why keep doing it when every other guy is now trying to do it. So the flute pieces from Ay Rama (Rangeela) are not used much now. But the flute still rules in ARR's studio. *9) Happier Tunes moving more towards Punjabi/Bhangra style. Beats moving from Disco style to more Reggae Style. * classic eg: Compare beats of Chicku Bukku (Gentleman) to latest Taxi Taxi (Sakkarakati) Having said this, its still impossible to Define ARR or his music. Every film in every period has had its share of innovation surprise. *ARR is still a Work in Progress. *As I've said before, the last thing that I need is, to take a 5 year break to Mars, and come back find no difference in ARR's compositions. A brilliant artist evolves with time. and ARR is that much more. On Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 9:48 PM, Chord [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I hope nobody says, he has lost it.. or something negative and judgemental. Please try to be objective and focus on the music itself instead of airing opinions comparing old ARR and new ARR. One thing I've noticed is the use of more nuanced symphonic arrnagements in his later soundtracks. ARR has always blended Western classical elements with traditional Indian music like nobody else could or ever will probably. However, I have noticed that of late, his arrnagements have been more crowded and less minimalistic as compared to his previous works, while being more nuanced at the same time. With increasing arrnagement density in his latter soundtracks with more nuanced symphonic undercurrents, it becomes all the more important to use better sound mixing and mastering techniques to allow the denser track layerings their own individual crispness and distinctiveness. A successful example would be Jodha Akbar and Jaane Tu. A less successful example would be Rang De Basanti and parts of Swades and Guru, where I did not feel the crystal crispness in sound production. Post 1997, with improved sound technology, I have noticed that he did not have to tweak the trebble levels as high as his previous works, which gave a warmer, more analogue sound to the recordings. Overall, I find his music nowadays to be perhaps less radical in its conceptual format with safer in the box creativity, but brilliantly creative nonetheless. Since his arrival, many others have followed his path and hence, because of the dominating influence of his own sound and style in the music industry, ARR himself is victim to his own revolutionary undertakings in that he does not stand out as much as he used to. Yet, his music still has his strong signature and stamp of assured quality that nobody can beat. I also feel that his sense of melodic composition has improved over time in terms of smoothness and ear friendlyness, and with more breathing room for the singer. Yet, this may be at the sacrifice
[arr] Re: Puli's actual release date is depended on ARR
don't you guys think this issue has been suddenly highlighted too much. is this some propaganda against ARR??? --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, rahmanfever [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Puli's shooting is under progress in Hyderabad. Director S J Surya is trying to wrap it up by December so that it can be released in January 2009. The film's actual release date is depended on music director A R Rehman who normally takes his `own sweet time' to give tunes and provide background music. http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14761086 http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14761086 -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue I feel that I'm representing my father's aspirations, his unfulfilled life in all that I attempt. I'm inspired by him. I did not have him for a long time in my life. But I remember the way he used to treat his musicians, the way he respected them and of course I remember his music. -- ARR www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297 http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
[arr] Re: Harshdeep Kaur - A Big fan of A.R. Rahman
she has truly unique and mesmerizing voice. i like her immensely in Is pal ki soch (Halla Bol) and now in Lut jaoon (Karzzz). i hope ARR gets her for a song some day. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The third finalist on NDTV Imagine's Junoon has been decided. The competition was indeed tough between Ali Abbas and Harshdeep... The third finalist on NDTV Imagine's Lux Junoon Kuchh Kar Dikhaane Ka has been decided!! The competition was tough between Ali Abbas and Harshdeep Kaur of Sufi gharana and finally the luck was in favor of Harshdeep. Besides Abhaas and Malini, Harshdeep is the third finalist in Junoon. Now these three will compete with each other to win the trophy, says our source. This time there is a special guest in the up coming episode of Junoon. It's none other than Miss World Priyanka Chopra. She enjoyed seeing the performances and especially liked Harshdeep's performance, adds our khabroo. Harshdeep has a rare combination of melody, charm, talent, Riaz and guts. This beautiful voice is a gift to her by her father who was also her mentor. She is a big fan of A R Rehman. According to her the secret of singing so well is the simplicity of songs which touch the heart of audiences. The Grand Finale of Junoon will be graced by Amitabh Bachchan and son Abhishek, states our source. It's going to be tough competition between the three and may the best singer and Gharana win!! Reporter and Author: Rachana Trivedi http://india-forums.com/tellybuzz/article.asp?id=3211 -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] Bombay theme song in Midi
Hi Can anybody let me know where I can find the MIDI version of Bombay theme song?
Re: [ARR] Similarities between you and arr :)
we both like working during night time, both have same taste for music.. we both were born in India
[arr] Hi Rahman Sir, Can I be the first Malaysian To sing in ur song????
Sir Rahman great if u read this... If not anyone close to Rahman Sir please pass this message to him... Pleassse... its my dream. Hi Rahman sir, I'm a great fan of yours. Before u enter cinema field i dont know that there is a music in me but after ur Roja I ralize that there is a music talent in me. Thanks for making me realize that i'm gifted with a valuable gifted.. I learnt music By playing ur songs. U and Ur song are inspiration for me Sir i have a wish to sing in ur any of projects/album/movie. Even a small piece is also just enough... Its my dream to work with u... I want to be the first malaysian to sing in ur album sir.. Pleasss. Higly Dreaming, Kenny Rogers [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[arr] Re: YUVVRAAJ may prepone, audio on October 10
Looking forward to teaser. I guess theoretical promo will be released when Drona/Kidnap release on 2nd October. I always knew that it wont be 1st oct.. hopefully i wont be delayed further 10th --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here's the latest about the next project from Subhash Ghai, YUVVRAAJ, which also marks the entry of Salman Khan into the Mukta Arts banner. The coming Sunday will see the first teaser of YUVVRAAJ being aired on television. It will also carry a musical note from A.R. Rahman. Starring Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif and Zayed Khan, the grand music which sees the combination of Gulzar, Rahman and Ghai, is all set for a high profile release on October 10. While on YUVVRAAJ's release plans, there is a buzz in the trade circles that since Subhash Ghai has completed the shooting of the film earlier than expected, it would not be surprising if he decides to prepone the film from its present release date of November 21. http://www.glamsham.com/movies/scoops/08/sep/18-yuvvraj-may-prepone-audio-on-october-10-090805.asp -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] Two young guns and A.R. Rahman's music create hype
Sakkarakatti, which happens to be the debut vehicle of the sons of two biggies in Kollywood, has received accolades from all those who have been lucky to see the film. Shantanu, son of Bagyaraj, is the lead actor and the film is directed by Kala Prabhu, son of producer Kalai Puli S Dhanu. The most important aspect of Sakkarakatti seems to be its music. A.R. Rahman's music has topped the charts and it is also believed that ARR's music has created quite of lot of hype for Sakkarakatti. The film is slated to be released on September 26th, according to industry sources... http://www.bollywoodsamachar.com/ShowNews.asp?NewsUrl=http://www.behindw\ oods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/sep-08-03/sakkarakatti-18-09-08.html http://www.bollywoodsamachar.com/ShowNews.asp?NewsUrl=http://www.behind\ woods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/sep-08-03/sakkarakatti-18-09-08.html -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue TIDBITS ON ARR :) ARR 's Father used to have a Moris Minor car, and ARR 's Grandfather was an excellent driver. ARR started learning car driving right from the age of 9 in the beaches of CHENNAI ( Marina beach ) . Their entire family used to go round Chennai in that car. But they have disposed the car now. www.orkut.com/ AlbumList. aspx?uid= 7295035299513517 297 http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
Re: [arr] A.R. Rahman along with celebrities for A Global Advocacy Campaign
Namely, the master of music, A.R Rehman, lyrics maestro, Gulzar, Singing sensations Sonu Nigam and Sunidhi Chauhan, Indian Cricketer Yuvraj Singh, the young dashing actor Ranbir Kapoor and cross border model turned actress of ‘Khuda Kay Liye’ Fame Imaan Ali will be seen in the video, conveying the right message to the masses for removal of poverty. This video is being directed by Meghna Gulzar and is already in its production stage. http://www.radioandmusic.com/content/editorial/news-releases/tandav-films-collaborates-various-celebrities-a-video-a-social-cause -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue --- On Thu, 18/9/08, Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [arr] A.R. Rahman along with celebrities for A Global Advocacy Campaign To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Date: Thursday, 18 September, 2008, 9:03 PM New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) A host of Bollywood celebrities will take part in a United Nations Millennium Campaign (UNMC) video to mobilise masses to fight against poverty. A.R. Rahman, Gulzar, Sonu Nigam, Sunidhi Chauhan, Jaideep Sahni, Kailash Kher and Ranbir Kapoor will come together for the special video which will also feature Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh and Pakistani model-turned- actress Imaan Ali of 'Khuda Kay Liye' fame. Produced by Tandav Films of 'Khosla Ka Ghosla' fame and directed by Meghna Gulzar, the video is a Public Social Advertising (PSA) and is in production stage. The video will essentially focus on the global advocacy campaign called 'Stand Up And Take Action' alongside concentrating on popularising Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). 'The objective of this video is to make people aware and to make the government wake up and take action to achieve the 8 MDGs. Celebrities from all walks of life talk hard core facts in a communicative manner in the video to reach people. This video will also be aired free of cost on major Television channels,' Raaj Hiremath, Managing Director, Tandav Films told IANS. 43 million people across the globe set up a world record October last year by taking part in the campaign that was earlier called 'Stand Up and Speak Out'. Celebrities and sportsmen like Aamir Khan, Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid have also been associated with the campaign.http://www.sindhtod ay.net/sports/ 21785.htm -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood; Explore your hobbies and interests. Go to http://in.promos.yahoo.com/groups/
Re: [arr] Puli's actual release date is depended on ARR
True... :-( -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue --- On Thu, 18/9/08, Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [arr] Puli's actual release date is depended on ARR To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Date: Thursday, 18 September, 2008, 8:07 PM Own Sweet time to give tunes... If you want sweet tunes, you need to wait for sweet time... All these internet sites are too sarcastic On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 7:38 PM, rahmanfever rahmanfever@ yahoo.co. uk wrote: Puli's shooting is under progress in Hyderabad. Director S J Surya is trying to wrap it up by December so that it can be released in January 2009. The film's actual release date is depended on music director A R Rehman who normally takes his `own sweet time' to give tunes and provide background music. http://sify. com/movies/ fullstory. php?id=14761086 -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue I feel that I'm representing my father's aspirations, his unfulfilled life in all that I attempt. I'm inspired by him. I did not have him for a long time in my life. But I remember the way he used to treat his musicians, the way he respected them and of course I remember his music. -- ARR www.orkut.com/ AlbumList. aspx?uid= 7295035299513517 297 -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood; Unlimited freedom, unlimited storage. Get it now, on http://help.yahoo.com/l/in/yahoo/mail/yahoomail/tools/tools-08.html/
Re: [arr] Re: Puli's actual release date is depended on ARR
yes it is and itz ridiculous.an array of songs for mega projects have been tuned by ARR and it is absolutely a stunning news. people want all ARRs songs to be blockbusters but can never wait and pass these sarcastic comments. huh... On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 4:15 PM, Jahanzeb Farooq [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: don't you guys think this issue has been suddenly highlighted too much. is this some propaganda against ARR??? --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com arrahmanfans%40yahoogroups.com, rahmanfever [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Puli's shooting is under progress in Hyderabad. Director S J Surya is trying to wrap it up by December so that it can be released in January 2009. The film's actual release date is depended on music director A R Rehman who normally takes his `own sweet time' to give tunes and provide background music. http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14761086 http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14761086 -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue I feel that I'm representing my father's aspirations, his unfulfilled life in all that I attempt. I'm inspired by him. I did not have him for a long time in my life. But I remember the way he used to treat his musicians, the way he respected them and of course I remember his music. -- ARR www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297 http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
Re: [arr] Nadaswaram Bit of Vetri Kodi Kattu - Padaiyappa
the nadaswaram bit is musical brilliance.. adds immense texture to the beauty of that powerful song. scintillating stuff.. it evokes the passion, which what is ARRs music can do i.e. create magic. On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 8:14 AM, Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear All, Pls find attached the end bit of Vetri Kodi Katttu song, which actually comes in a different fashion in the film. In the movie, actually, this song ends with a Nadaswaram bit, as its the marriage scene of Rajni's sister. Superb... Also attached the K.S. Ravikumar BGM from the same movie. This comes after the end of the Title song ' En peru padaiyappa'. The Director takes credirs of putting his name when this BGM comes, and I started addressing it as KSR BGM... When Rajni climbs to break the pot. Just awesome Enjoy... -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
Re: [arr] SONG OF THE WEEK | Let's select one, every week
nice effort... ya, banyan theme is soulful On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 11:28 AM, rahmanfever [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: I'm interested to discuss about a Song/Theme/Background Score of ARR every week as Mr. C S Rao said in his post.. Let's everyone select a 'Song of the Week' every weekend ?? Let's me start with my selection for this week.. I go for *'The Banyan Theme'. *I don't have a good quality mp3 of this track but still I enjoy it a lot every time when I listen to this track. ARR composed this song for an organization called 'The Banyan' which provides home and rehabilitation for the poor who are battered, bruised, brutally abused, ignored by everybody, eating out of garbage bins and with no place to call home in the society.. This Theme and the Video really move each and every heart and fill tears in our eyes.. Another touching song by Rahmanji who's helping the world to MAKE THE POVERTY A HISTORY.. There's no lyrics in the theme but only Humming. But whenever I listen to this track, I can feel some meanings in those hummings.. it's like creating an awareness among us, about our duties and to have a kind heart to help the poor and needy.. I'm still trying to find out the Vocalist for this track ( Please find out and tell me :-) ) I listened to this theme more than 100 times this week and I'm really in love with this track, more than ever.. The Song starts with a soothing tune and the humming enters into our ears with some never before heard feel.. The theme has a great flow from a low octave to high with some heavy beats in the background.. But still the humming soothes our heart n soul.. Towards the end we can clearly hear the masterpiece voice of ARR.. It's like the maa... in the beginning of Vande mataram Song.. :-) The theme ends with the touching beginning tune and the vocals.. No words ! I don't know how many of you have listened to this track or seen the video.. Here's the download link anyway.. http://rapidshare.com/files/19683148/Banyan_theme_audio.mp3 The Quality is not so good.. Please forgive.. :-) Thanks to Aditya for this link.. If anyone here has a good quality mp3 please post it.. And I don't have the Video with me.. Kindly someone post that too to enjoy the ever haunting feel of the theme.. I don't know for how many days I keep on listening to this track whenever I feel sad or happy.. But for me this is the *SONG OF THE WEEK ! *:-) :-)* *Thank you all.. PEACE. -- regards.. Krish.. His Music ~ My Mother Tongue Religion teaches a person what his or her real self is, why he has been created and it also tells a person about his relation with his father, mother, wife and daughter. For me religion is a personal journey to other things. -- ARR www.orkut.com/ AlbumList. aspx?uid= 7295035299513517 297http://www.orkut.com/AlbumList.aspx?uid=7295035299513517297
Re: [arr] Gumsum or Vaji vaji?
who knows when v cud see gumsum visuals.. probably after a decade or two and song would be used as a background music for the hero walking in the road :) On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 11:05 AM, Pradeepan R [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: 1. Which song is composed first Gumsum or Vaji vaji? -- I'm sure GumSum was composed first. 2. Which of the above songs is composed with maximum technology? -- Both songs show very little use of synthesizers.. but recording Qualitywise both are cool. 3. Of these two which one took the maximum amount of time for recording? -- only ARR can tell that :) 4. finally Which is best GUMSUM OR VAJI VAJI? -- will reserve this one after seeing gumSum visuals , so that i'm not biased . On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 5:40 AM, snkishanthnelson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have a doubt. some one pls clarify i you can... 1. Which song is composed first Gumsum or Vaji vaji? 2. Which of the above songs is composed with maximum technology? 3. Of these two which one took the maximum amount of time for recording? 4. finally Which is best GUMSUM OR VAJI VAJI? regards NELSON -- Cheers, Pradeepan. All you need to do is, decide what to do with the time that is given to you !
Re: [arr] What trends in ARR's music have you noticed from Roja to now?
superb write up Pradeepan Very nice analysis. I liked each and every word in this. Keep writing. for me, I just love his music right from ROJA to Sakkarakatti. No differences, Awesome ARR Always On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 12:50 AM, Pradeepan R [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: Friends, I've just poured out my mind. Please don't get bored with it...Would love to hear other's perspectives on ARR . *Earlier Trends in ARR Music:* *1) sad / sombre songs: * Early in his career, most of his sad songs were of typical soul/Blue genre. he used a repeating pattern . eg: Tu Hire - Bombay Oh Vennila - Kadhal Desam. Roja Jaaneman - Roja. *2) Use of a repeating loop with plucked-string instrument. *For many slow placed songs, he used a very simple repeating loop using guitar/veena/sitar/etc., eg: Revival - Vande Mataram. Then Kizhaku cheemayila - Kizhaku Cheemayile Nila Kaaigiradhu - Indra (Hari Haran version) *3) Lavish use of 'Vocal' support from Backing singers in Interludes: *Many a times he has done entire interludes with just group vocals. (most cases they words are just gibberish) eg: Hairaba - jeans (2nd interlude) Kannum Kannum - Thiruda Thirurda rock song (2nd interlude by Sujatha) Take it easy Urvasi - Kadhalan (Anupama in interlude) Kehna hi Kya/Kannalane - Bombay (female chorus for interlude) Lucky Lucky - Ratchagan (2nd interlude) *4) Use of Cello/Double Bass/Other Low-pitched instruments for Loop: *eg: Dil Se Re - Dil Se Romeo Aatam Potaal - Mr. Romeo Ishq Bina - Taal Anbe Anbe - Jeans. Hello doctor - Kadhal Desam *More Recent Trends in ARR Music.* *5) Use of Guitar/other accoustic with slightly higher pitched sounds as loop : (Compare with point 4) *eg: Kabhi Kabhi Aditi - JTYJN New York Nagaram - SOK Lukka Chupi - RDB YeH tara - Swades (tonk ta tonk ..tonk ta tonk loop) Akilan Akilan - Alai Payuthey *6) Declining use of a commercial Synthesizer loops: *This is a well known thing. eg: Telephone Mani pol - Indian Of late its his own Loop. SOmtimes additional rythm programmers are hired to do specific songs. *7) Extravagant usage of Symphonic elements *We can see him preferring more more symphonic sounding arrangements even to ordinary present-day time movies. eg: Increased use of strings as an accompaniment to the main singer throughtout the song. *8) Declining use of the strange Flute sounds. *Why keep doing it when every other guy is now trying to do it. So the flute pieces from Ay Rama (Rangeela) are not used much now. But the flute still rules in ARR's studio. *9) Happier Tunes moving more towards Punjabi/Bhangra style. Beats moving from Disco style to more Reggae Style. * classic eg: Compare beats of Chicku Bukku (Gentleman) to latest Taxi Taxi (Sakkarakati) Having said this, its still impossible to Define ARR or his music. Every film in every period has had its share of innovation surprise. *ARR is still a Work in Progress. *As I've said before, the last thing that I need is, to take a 5 year break to Mars, and come back find no difference in ARR's compositions. A brilliant artist evolves with time. and ARR is that much more. On Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 9:48 PM, Chord [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I hope nobody says, he has lost it.. or something negative and judgemental. Please try to be objective and focus on the music itself instead of airing opinions comparing old ARR and new ARR. One thing I've noticed is the use of more nuanced symphonic arrnagements in his later soundtracks. ARR has always blended Western classical elements with traditional Indian music like nobody else could or ever will probably. However, I have noticed that of late, his arrnagements have been more crowded and less minimalistic as compared to his previous works, while being more nuanced at the same time. With increasing arrnagement density in his latter soundtracks with more nuanced symphonic undercurrents, it becomes all the more important to use better sound mixing and mastering techniques to allow the denser track layerings their own individual crispness and distinctiveness. A successful example would be Jodha Akbar and Jaane Tu. A less successful example would be Rang De Basanti and parts of Swades and Guru, where I did not feel the crystal crispness in sound production. Post 1997, with improved sound technology, I have noticed that he did not have to tweak the trebble levels as high as his previous works, which gave a warmer, more analogue sound to the recordings. Overall, I find his music nowadays to be perhaps less radical in its conceptual format with safer in the box creativity, but brilliantly creative nonetheless. Since his arrival, many others have followed his path and hence, because of the dominating influence of his own sound and style in the music industry, ARR himself is victim to his own revolutionary undertakings in that
[arr] Tandav Films collaborates various celebrities in a video for a social cause
Tandav Films collaborates various celebrities in a video for a social cause After winning many critical acclamations for its debut production film, Khosla Ka Ghosla, Raj Hiremath Savita Raj Hiremath of Tandav Films Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. are now producing a video to mobilize masses to stand up in the movement against poverty. The video features many renowned celebrities from different fields. With This video to be known as Public Social Advertising (PSA), Tandav Films have brought various known faces from different walks of life to stand up together against a social cause. Namely, the master of music, A.R Rehman, lyrics maestro, Gulzar, Singing sensations Sonu Nigam and Sunidhi Chauhan, Indian Cricketer Yuvraj Singh, the young dashing actor Ranbir Kapoor and cross border model turned actress of 'Khuda Kay Liye' Fame Imaan Ali will be seen in the video, conveying the right message to the masses for removal of poverty. This video is being directed by Meghna Gulzar and is already in its production stage. Considering their quality work in the field of communications with creative content in Advertising and Feature Films, United Nations Millennium Campaign (UNMC) has assigned Tandav Films to take care of the production of this video. Another reason of this video alongside educating and informing the masses would also be to popularize Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The video will essentially focus on the global advocacy campaign called Stand up and Take Action. In last October, 43 million people across the globe took part in this campaign and set up a Guinnies world record. A bigger number is what the UNMC is all eyeing upon this year and that is why they are involving the Indian celebrities this time to stand as a face to this campaign. Celebrities' voice makes a lot of difference when collaborate with a cause. They attract more people than any organizations. Thus the correct selection of production house and celebrities is the prior choice for positive outputs. We are pleased with such a warm gesture by UNMC. I think it is our mere vision towards creativity that lead us to attain this project and I am happy it is for a noble cause. I would like to add as much as to this social need. I announce that this video will be aired free of cost in major Television Channels. Is what Raj Hiremath, the producer of this video quips. After the success of Khosla Ka ... http://www.radioandmusic.com/content/editorial/news-releases/tandav-films-collaborates-various-celebrities-a-video-a-social-cause -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] Bhasir had earlier rendered his voice for an alaap in A R Rahman's Yuva.
Virgin to launch Mekaal Hasan Band's second album Pakistan based Mekaal Hasan Band, popularly known as 'MHB' is geared to launch its second album, 'Subtuk' in India next month. The album will be launched by Virgin Records; their earlier album 'Sampooran' was also launched by Virgin. The band members behind the album are the same as their previous launch,Sameer Ahmed on Bass, Javed Bashir rendering the vocals, Mohd Ahsan Papu on the flute, Mekaal Hasan as the lead guitarist. Arrangement for the tracks has been done by Meekal Hasan and compositions by Bhasir himself. Bhasir had earlier rendered his voice for an alaap in A R Rahman's Yuva. http://www.radioandmusic.com/content/editorial/news/virgin-launch-mekaal-hasan-bands-second-album -- regards, Vithur ARR in my Heart; His Music in my Blood;
[arr] A Suitable Cockroach- New venture with Shekhar Kapoor ?
Hai all, This is an 'animated rap musical' based on Cockroach. The film is set in the future when the common household insect may be the only living organism on the planet. - The story of the movie will be of a NRI cockroach coming to India in search of a bride. The movie will be released on internet first. - Kapur was wary of giving more details of this project, saying, I can't keep giving away my stories, someone will copy it. Regards ANEESH
[arr] What happened to tamil movie -AC
Hai all, There had a news that S J Surya directing movie AC - Chimbu will be the lead and AR doing music. Is this movie dropped? Regards ANEESH
