date:20091012

*The Rahman Experience Bollywood & Beyond* *- 2009*
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Music Director: A R Rahman
Lyricist: Various
Label: RPG | Sa Re Ga Ma
My Comment : Another Attempt Of Audio Companies To Make Money On
ARR's Oscar   Fame , though The Instrumental CD Is a Must Have For
Every Rahmaniacs

 -= Tracklist =-

  CD 1

01. Saathiya - Saathiya
02. One 2 Ka 4 - Sona Nahi Na Sahi
03. Thakshak - Boondon Se Baatein
04. Sapney - Chanda Re
05. The Gentleman - Aashiqui Mein Had Se
06. Muthu Maharaja - Rangeela Rangeela
07. Saathiya - O Humdum Suniyo Re
08. One 2 Ka 4 - Khamoshiyan Gungunane Lagi
09. Thakshak - Rang De
10. Sapney - Awaara Bhanware
11. Chor Chor - Chandralekha
12. The Gentleman - Roop Suhana Lagta Hai

 CD 2 - Instrumental

01. Padiyappa - En Peru Padiyappa
02. Saathiya | Alaipayuthey - Chupke Se | Snehidhane
03. Dil Hi Dil Mein - Dola Dola | Kadhalenum
04. Lakeer | Rhythm - Nachle | Nilame Poru Nilame
05. Thenali - Swasame Swasame
06. Kandukondain Kandukondain - Yenna Solla Pogirai
07. Alaipayuthey - Alai Payuthey
08. Saathiya | Alaipayuthey - Saathiya | Pachai Nirame
09. Lakeer | Rhythm - Paighaam | Katre En Vaasal

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*Covers & Disk Scans Download Link : http://www.mediafire.com/?dmjj5yz1ihu*
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*Get All My Cover & Disk Scan Uploads @ tinyurl.com/ARR-Covers*

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- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

Re: [arr] Silent invocation-my experience.

2009-10-12 Thread Sreekrishnan R

Sridhar Sir himself mixed Silent Invocation and the whole 'Connections' Album, 
I believe.

 

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From: aneesh ani 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, 11 October, 2009 11:28:49 PM
Subject: [arr] Silent invocation-my experience.

  
I lost my intimate friend rajeev in an accident frm banglore last year.when 
ever i hear silent invocation automatically i just cant raise my finger or 
tongue,even this silent invocation makes me cry,nw i thnk rahmansir may have 
made this song thinking h.sridhar sir.any body have this same feeling

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Re: [arr] Why should we RIP bgms?

2009-10-12 Thread Sreekrishnan R

Not few.. but many! And we miss them. :(

 

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From: wiredbeats . 
To: rahman fans 
Sent: Mon, 12 October, 2009 9:58:11 PM
Subject: RE: [arr] Why should we RIP bgms?

  
Wow,

Wish you are true. But its not easy and legal to get something out of a studio 
just like that. Each is an IP, can't just distribute!. So technically, it is 
wrong to rip and distribute but we do it for the sake of having them and none 
of us make money by selling.

On a side note, i do strongly believe few movies of AR ( not all )have the 
ability to carry a BGM cd with scores.

regards

wb 


To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
From: kishore.parayath@ gmail.com
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:30:14 +0530
Subject: [arr] Why should we RIP bgms?

  


Y shoud we RIP BGMs when ppl like GOPAL or VIJAY can directly get the ORIGINALS 
in completely voiceless state from ARR???
 
I know, that many of the BGMs may become songs later, or extended as 
instrumentals. But still, we are hearing them by RIPPING... So, Y not , we 
choose the better to hear the ORIGINALS??

   


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Re: [arr] Missing mail (Roja (marathi version))

2009-10-12 Thread Sreekrishnan R

OMG! This is THE rarest!
Thank you so much..

 

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From: harshal chavan 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Mon, 12 October, 2009 12:58:01 PM
Subject: [arr] Missing mail (Roja (marathi version)) [3 Attachments]

  
[Attachment(s) from harshal chavan included below] 


I sent this mail before 2/3 days... I am puzzled why this mail didnt reach to 
all fans? any one receved this mail? Please help?

Hi friends,

Today I got this while googling, Hope all arr fans like it. Thnx to the unknown 
contributor.

Its a Roja (marathi version)cover.

Song
quality is not that good, because I think its converted into mp3 from
cassette. Is there any issue of piracy to share these files?

Please advice.

Harshal Chavan
www.mibajirao. blogspot. com

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Re: [arr] Mausam & Escape Live version @ Chennai Jai Ho concert on OCT 11

2009-10-12 Thread Charan Raj

Hi all,
The Mausam and escape track was a mind blowing one. And the fusion from Taal to 
Ringa Ringa was amazing too. Many people started leaving during the break 
thinking it was the end of the show.  From no where chithra appeared and gave 
two splendid songs. Konjum Nilavu was an unexpected track with a female rap 
added to it. I was expecting a song from gajini but didnt expect aye bachoo. 
Rahman sir sang Fiqrana, obviously it was nice. The finishing touch was jai ho 
fused with vande maataram. The only thing that disappointed me is the sound. 
The TOI concert had a very good sound when compared to the yesterdays concert. 
There was lot of ups and downs in the sound.Rahman sir mic was not working when 
he started Rehna tu, the starting beat was goin on and on later he managed 
telling about the mood of the song. We miss Sridhar. :( There is no one else to 
match him.Sivamani was asked to stop cos of the time constrain(not so sure 
about this..) At the end of the
 show rahman sir said something like this not his exact words "we made a lot of 
mistakes which you would have not recognised, we will correct it next time and 
will rock with another show"
~charan~


--- On Mon, 12/10/09, Mathan Raj  wrote:

From: Mathan Raj 
Subject: [arr] Mausam & Escape Live version @ Chennai Jai Ho concert on OCT 11
To: "arr" 
Date: Monday, 12 October, 2009, 3:21 PM












 
 





  Hi Friends,
 
The concert was went well... so many disappointments. .. there is only one 
thing made everyone to be there till the end.. thatz Rahman. Chennai crowd 
slightly disappointed with the playliste they have performed. 80% hindi 
songs... however everyone enjoyed completely. My biggest disappointment is the 
quality of sound and the stage display settings. Minus points are still 
there... but I would like to share something good. I have recorded (only audio) 
the live version of Mausam & Escape track. 
 
Rahmanji was started playing the piano with some melody... after a minute i 
felt that something big coming to come out... when the sitar joined first along 
with the piano... I doubt that.. finally I realised the track when the electric 
guitar joined... at one point of time they started playing Mausam & Escape 
WOW!!! that was a BIG surprise for crowd. Luckly I have recorded the music with 
my mobile.
 
I would recommend all the Rahmaniacs to listen to this track from 
http://www.mediafir e.com/?t5xnyyzyn mu . If anyone recorded this with good 
qulity audio... PLEASE upload it and post it. Thanks in advance... 
 
Regards,
Mathan Raj A
 




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RE: [arr] Recommended software for audio editing - Helpful in editing BGMs...

2009-10-12 Thread wiredbeats .

yes,
this is a very good application for starters. For noise good removal try 
diamond cut. This works like no other stand alone app. You can even restore bad 
or old recordings. 
regards
wb 

To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
From: pratap_elen...@yahoo.com
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:33:31 -0700
Subject: [arr] Recommended software for audio editing - Helpful in editing 
BGMs...

  I recommend you guys download this software. It's free. There 
is a
function called noise removal in it which I find very helpful. For
example, certain BGMs might have the wind sound which is annoying.
Using this software, you can remove that particular by choosing a
portion where only that sound can be heard. Then after you have
selected the noise, you can apply the effect to the whole track. The
software can remove the noise even if it is mixed with the main audio...

Download here: 
http://audacity.googlecode.com/files/audacity-win-unicode-1.3.9.exe

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[arr] Making of Fiqrana & Blue Theme Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CEBuQSqmtc < Making Of Fiqrana video


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Kqsal-nimU < Making Of Blue Theme Video

-- 
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

Re: [arr] Rahman charms crowd with melodies

2009-10-12 Thread Gnanavel Nandagopal

Thank You Very MuchDude

From: Bivin Chandra 
To: AR Fans group 
Sent: Mon, 12 October, 2009 12:59:37 AM
Subject: [arr] Rahman charms crowd with melodies

Bottles, chairs, palms and even shoes... everything carried a musical 
connotation on Sunday evening when all roads led to Mahabalipuram for one of 
its largest and passion-driven music performances, A.R. Rahman’s first-ever in 
Chennai after his Oscar win, at Marg Swarnabhoomi near Kalpakkam on Sunday and 
for a cause.
The event, billed as a crowd-puller, drew thousands of Rahman’s fans and 
pulsated to the Oscar-winner’s music.
Before Rahman hit the stage on the overfed grounds, the crowd rehearsed their 
jig to gyrate to his music.
As the performer made a dramatic entry by appearing from a glittery box, the 
audience pumped their fists into the air and the excitement was more than 
palpable.
‘Kalpali,’ a song from Rang De Basanti served as a laidback starter. He went on 
with a a couple of hits from Shivaji and clearly it seemed to be the wisest 
choice.
Bollywood buffs were treated lavishly by singers Hariharan, Sadhana Sargam and 
Benny Dayal.
After rocking fast numbers, a series of melody, rock and crossover hits 
followed. As the evening grew thicker, raucousness was clearly in the air. When 
Rahman sung the ‘Adhiradhi dhan’ from Shivaji, the crowd’s cheers nearly 
drowned his voice out.
Tamil songs were clearly the winners of the evening. Yet, it was Hindi melodies 
that carried the emotional resonance. With an apparent relish, Rahman led the 
way for many others singers who belted his all-time hits.
The troupes swayed the crowd with melodies but later switched gears to 
alternate between racy numbers and evergreen hits. Both had equal takers. Guys 
and girls tapped their foot in sync for the music on stage.
Rahman’s characteristic way of acknowledging the frenzied crowd with an 
unruffled nod was enough to crank up the volume of his fans’ vocal chords. He 
strutted around the stage very little.
An intense performer, Rahman showed no signs of weariness and his smile stuck 
to him till he rounded off the show.http://beta. thehindu. com/news/ 
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[arr] Re: Overdose of Bollywood Soundtracks-Blue fails to create an Impact

A very lonely opinion I think.  Also, in that same article where Joginder's 
piece is attached, it says that Blue's music is the best of the lot.  Songs not 
up to the "mark".  Can they define "mark"?

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "A.R.Rajib"  wrote:
>
> Overdose of Bollywood
> SoundtracksOverdose
> of Bollywood Soundtracks-Blue fails to create an Impact
> *We listened to BLUE songs specially because of A.R Rahman's conposition.
> However, we did not feel like listening to the songs twice. **Akshay
> Kumar** may
> shine in action in BLUE but the songs are not up to the mark.* Lets check
> out and review recent Hindi OST releases.
> 
> Blue
> *Overall Rating:*
> 
> *Retail Price:* $12.99Amazon Price:
> $11.99
> It has been `raining' music in the current season. The month of August saw
> more than 20 film soundtracks hitting the stands. The ones that managed to
> make an impression were `What's Your Raashee?`,`Wake Up Sid' and `Radio'.
> There was something for the masses too with `Wanted' as well as `Dil Bole
> Hadippa` (to an extent) finding some patronage amongst the target audiences.
> 
> September saw relatively lesser number of albums arriving. However, close to
> a dozen odd albums meant that there was too much to choose for an average
> music lover. The biggies in the offering were `London Dreams', `Blue', `Tum
> Mile', `Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna', `All The Best' and `Acid Factory'. Now
> that's a luxury of riches by any standards.
> 
> So how did the music turned out? Read on
> 
> The best of the lot was undoubtedly A.R. Rahman's soundtrack for the biggest
> film of the current season  `Blue'. It practically mixed up genres and
> ensured at least four chartbusters in the form of `Fiqrana', `Chiggy Wiggy',
> `Yaar Mila Tha' and `Aaj Dil'. With expectations of a huge soundtrack being
> met, as a listener one can be pretty content with the final outcome of
> `Blue'.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> -By Joginder Tuteja / Sampurn Media
> 
> 
> http://calcuttatube.com/overdose-of-bollywood-soundtracks/44610/
> 
> 
> *My Comment :* The Writer Is Out Of His Damn Mind , At first he said , he
> dint feel like listening "blue" twice the he is saying it's the best one
> :s What the hell is wrong with him :s
> 
> -- 
> - Regards
> 
> ~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~
>

[arr] Re: Jai Ho! Chennai !!!!

2009-10-12 Thread prathipsathya

im a diehard fan of rahman sirits realy awesome 2hear mustafa song
frm jaiho concert (chennai)thank u for sharing ur comments abt
concerti jst heard te recording which is posted in rahman fans
group...i cd nt believeits fabulus...i realy miss rahman sir
concertsfrnds pls post more articles and attachments abt jaiho
concertlet me know abt rahman sir spectacular movements..pls pls
pls pls
  frnds rahman sir concerts will be held in
malaysia?any idea?..i like 2back 2india inorder 2see our boss
aftral once  in my lifetime...

[arr] Re: Just watched Couples Retreat!

Pradeep, you hit it right. Just because it's only BGM cues doesn't mean the 
music is wasted.  Also, this is only a comedy film.  

ARR wants to get into hollywood slow and steady, sort of sneak up on people and 
then one day, BOOM!  The ARR phenom will overtake hollywood as well!

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Pradeepan R  wrote:
>
> if anyone expects Hollywood movies to have 5 or 6 songs and dance numbers to
> ARR's music, then they r going to be disappointed. Even Jai Ho was a great
> piece of fortune.
> That does NOT mean ARR should not do Hollywood movies... the Reqmt is
> different. and its a completely different world.
> Some of the greatest Composers have been doing only Soundtracks for movies
> (Ennio Morricone, Jerry Goldsmith, John Williams)
> Their songs r not going to be heard by the masses or on the clubs.. but I
> want ARR to show the world he is as good as them because he IS.
> To get into the mainstream US public, then the way to go is pop albums.
> Even there, most of the female singers get the lime light rather than the
> composer..
> 
> On Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 2:23 AM, sahilthaker22 wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > Also just saw the movie.
> > I am pretty disappointed that ARR did this movie. The music has been
> > totally suppressed..n ot like bollywood films where music plays a big role
> > in the story. Makes me question whether its worth for ARR to take hollywood
> > projects with directors who won't do justice to his music.
> > Unfortunate..
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> > "kaissiom"  wrote:
> > >
> > > So, I went to the local theatres at the earliest convenience to catch
> > this flick.
> > >
> > > The movie: It's okay, I had a few good laughs, but nothing great. The
> > content is for mature audience really. I'm surprised this movie is PG-13, it
> > should really be R.
> > >
> > > The music: Well, given that this is a comedy movie, the music should not
> > be taken too seriously. Music in these comedy movies just plays in the
> > background, without getting too involved in the movie. And that is exactly
> > the treatment it's received here. Although, Rahman's tracks have been used
> > throughout the movie, the movie contains various other tracks not featured
> > on the Soundtrack.
> > >
> > > The good:
> > > -Rahman's first Hollywood venture :)
> > > -Music used at some prominent places
> > >
> > > The bad:
> > > -Rahman's music is not the only music in the movie
> > > -Movie doesn't start with Rahman's music
> > > -Sajna, the song, is not featured in the movie, although, the theme can
> > be heard
> > > -Kurukuru is not featured in the movie, bits can be heard here and there
> > > -Nana is featured in the movie, and also for the end credits
> > >
> > > Sure, from above, you can see that there's more bad than good, but I'm
> > not disappointed. I'm glad I'm finally able to walk into any records store
> > here in LA and pick up a soundtrack by Rahman and that I can hear Rahman's
> > music in a Hollywood movie.
> > >
> > > Looking forward to more Hollywood ventures and some amazing soundtracks
> > by Rahman in the future!
> > >
> > > Regards,
> > > Wasim
> > >
> >
> >  
> >
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> Cheers,
> Pradeepan.
> 
> "All you need to do is, decide what to do with the time that is given to you
> !"
>

[arr] Re: Box office - Couples retreat Exceeds expectation

Glad to hear that the average person likes the movie!  Hope people take notice 
of the music too.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Pradeepan R  wrote:
>
> http://www.imdb.com/news/ni1069170/
> 
> -- 
> Cheers,
> Pradeepan.
> 
> "All you need to do is, decide what to do with the time that is given to you
> !"
>

[arr] Re: Rahman under-used in flop film

It's only his opinion.  Many people do find the film funny.  Why did ARR choose 
CR as a film to compose?  Actually, Vaughn chose him and ARR thought it to be a 
good opportunity to get his foot in the hollywood door further.  That's not 
being greedythat's good business acumen as even though it's a comedy flick, 
ARR probably got some leverage in how he wanted the music to sound.  ARR also 
said that he wanted to compose for a comedy film for a long time.  CR is 
another stepping stone to something bigger in ARR's career, so why not?  Yes, 
the music may be in the background in this film, but it's stil appreciated by 
many by itself and only adds to ARR's amazing resume, showcasing his 
versatility.  

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, mohammed sajin  wrote:
>
> Rahman under-used in flop film
> 
> 
> Early this year, A R Rahman was discovered by
> Hollywood and America. He may have worked in the Indian film industry
> for nearly two decades, composing some of the most memorable songs of
> our time. But it took one film - Danny Boyleâs Slumdog Millionaire for
> him to gain fame in the West. 
> 
> Now, after a couple of Oscars, a
> Golden Globe, television appearances and several articles, Rahman has
> bagged his first post-Slumdog project. Rahman has composed the
> soundtrack for a new film Couples Retreat, written by Vince Vaughn and
> Jon Favreau, the writing-acting team that brought us hit films like
> Swingers, Iron Man, The Break Up and Wedding Crasher. Unfortunately,
> Couples Retreat â" the story of four couples on a peculiar, new age-like
> retreat, trying to straighten out issues in their marriages â" is a
> dull, unimpressive film. The dialogues are boring and it is mostly not
> funny. 
> 
>  
>  
> A still from Couples Retreat. A R Rahman has composed 
> soundtrack for the movie 
> That is too bad because with a cast that it has,
> Couples Retreat could have been a fun film for the fall season, just
> before the studios start to burden us with a deluge of the Oscar
> potential movies. Sometimes even films with a lot of promise do not
> work out. We can search for answers, but there is no sense in it. The
> film should do well in its opening weekend, the big name stars are a
> draw, and then it will disappear fast from the theatres.
> 
> I went
> for the press screening of Couples Retreat because of A R Rahman.
> Having had a taste of his music in the US, from Andrew Lloyd Webberâs
> Bombay Dreams, to slick stage shows and then hugging friends at a bar
> near Times Square when his Oscar wins were announced in February, this
> was the moment I was waiting for. This was going to be the
> mainstreaming of the genius musician. He had worked on this project for
> three months, first in London and then in Los Angeles.
> 
> I spent some time listening to the filmâs soundtrack on its website. I knew 
> that this was not going to be an Indian soundtrack. 
> 
> Rahman
> recently told the Associated Press that after Slumdog Millionaire, he
> has started getting work where he can set his own artistic terms.
> âSince the Oscars and all the appreciation, people come for what I am,â
> he said in the interview. Meanwhile, the online site OneIndia quoted
> the composer as saying: âIâve reached a stage where Iâve to do new
> things. Thereâre so many avenues to be explored. So Couples Retreat
> will be their (Hollywood) kind of music with my touch, done in my way.â
> 
> The
> music, as we hear on the filmâs website, is mixed with Caribbean sounds
> (although most of the film is shot in the Pacific island Bora Bora),
> but Rahman also uses some Indian touches, a few instruments and voices,
> including that of Kailash Kher. 
> 
> The movie was unimaginative,
> but Rahman has often done great work for films that are flat out bad.
> If nothing else, we could say that the songs were good. But while
> watching Couples Retreat, I forgot about Rahmanâs compositions. It is
> so much in the background, that it is barely audible. His music does
> nothing to enhance the situations in the film. It is a complete waste. 
> 
> Last
> year, Boyle told me that he admired the loud soaring sounds in
> Bollywood movies. In Hollywood films, the music tends to be subtle and
> quieter, he added. That does not help Rahmanâs case in Couples Retreat,
> where his talent is almost unrecognisable.
> 
> Why did Rahman take
> three months, composing sounds which hardly matter in the film? Why did
> the producers hire him from the pool of composers in Hollywood? Was
> Rahman supposed to add prestige to what was perceived as a weak
> project? And why did Rahman accept this film as his first post-Oscars
> project? Was it just for money? And is money that important for Rahman
> at this stage in his life and career? 
> 
> These are questions that all of his fans should be asking.
> 
> Aseem
> Chhabra is a freelance writer based in New York who has previously
> written for The New York Times, The Boston Globe, Philade

[arr] Re: Right to opinion - do you think these songs lack soul?

Wow, Gayathri, so nicely put into words and well explained!  So glad you are 
posting in our group!  And Anil, you're right, ARR's music is the soundtrack to 
our lives!

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Anil Nair  wrote:
>
> Brilliantly put Gayathri ..its so true ...the fact that ARR never ceases to
> surprise us ...makes us happy ...and the fact that so many of us ...we grew
> up with them. At every juncture in our life, there is some ARR tune that we
> can relate to ...remember those days with that movie song that came out at
> that time. I think thats what makes ARR so special ..he has given so many of
> us those moments ..those special moments that makes our life tick ...
> 
> -A
> 
> On Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 7:54 PM, Gayathri Chandrakasan <
> gayathri_c...@...> wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > Dinesh, I understand your point as I too grew up listening to ARR's songs
> > all my life. Without meaning to sound disrespectful to MDs like Ilayaraja,
> > Jatin-Lalit and others, I wish to state that I never had much interest in
> > Indian music before Roja. I found that most of the tunes to be repetitive,
> > predictable and at most times distasteful (at least to me). And the only
> > time I actually listen to these songs was when they are played in the movie.
> > So much so, that the thought of purchasing the audio cassette never occured
> > in my mind.
> >
> > And then, Roja came. It swept me like a fresh breath of air. The blissful
> > Chinna Chinna Aasai still gives me goosebumps today! Movies like Gentleman,
> > Puthiya Mukham, Thiruda Thiruda, Duet followed suit and by then, I was
> > hooked to ARR's music. The first cassette that I bought in my life was ARR's
> > Gentleman. (I actually saved my allowance money for months to purchase the
> > cassette). The first cd that I bought was ARR's Minsara Kanavu. In short,
> > it's safe to say that my life revolved around ARR's music. I grew up with
> > them...I grew up in them.
> >
> > Therefore, it came as no surprise to me that he went on to make major
> > changes to his music. Why should I? The revolution he made was the sole
> > reason that generated me to listen to Tamil music in the first place. Thus,
> > I'm proud to say that I love Guru, Rang De Basanthi, and Blue as much as I
> > love Roja, Gentleman and Puthiya Mukham. I would go on to say that the new
> > genre he creates, the new tunes he invents is as priceless as any of his
> > previous compositions.
> >
> > And that is the reason why I beg to differ with Sriram's and your opinion.
> > When you say (and I quote) "And i too truly believe the lack usage of
> > carnatic raagam is the sole fact of his lack of soulfulness albums
> > nowadays", naturally, it would irk some members' feelings. You have rights
> > to your own opinion of course, nevertheless, stating your opinion as a fact
> > is totally uncalled-for.
> >
> > I agree when some say ARR has reduced the usage of carnatic music in his
> > recent songs. But to quote that as the reason for the lack of soulfulness in
> > his recent albums is definitely debatable. To begin with, carnatic music is
> > not the only genre in Indian music. History states that carnatic is the
> > sub-genre of Indian classical music. The other being Hindustani music, which
> > have also played a major role in all indian music (and I truly believe that
> > Tamil films are no exception to them either). Therefore the limitation of a
> > particular genre of music will definitely not be a reason for lack of any
> > soulfulness in any music, let alone ARR's.
> >
> > In your previous mail, you mentioned about a gentleman who is well versed
> > in carnatic music. Your mail suggested that you agree with his view that the
> > lack of carnatic music is the reason why many feel that ARR has lost his
> > touch, and that's the sole fact.
> >
> > Allow me to pose a question. Do you know what raga was used to compose En
> > Veetu Thothatil from Gentleman, or Ennavale from Kadhalan?
> >
> > Truthfully, I didn't know that pure carnatic music were used to compose
> > these masterpieces. To me, they were film songs and more accurately, ARR's
> > songs. I never bothered to analyse the genre of the songs...not back then
> > and not even now. And I believe many don't analyse them either. They simply
> > enjoy the songs for the way it has been created.
> >
> > The same goes for Rehnuma in Blue. I love this song...I've been hearing
> > them for the umpteenth time now. What genre of music does this song generate
> > from? Again, I have no clue. I just love it for the way it has been
> > presented.
> >
> > And to think about it, does Rehnuma which seemingly a western song lack the
> > soul of Ennavale, a classical based song? In my opinion, they don't. If
> > Ennavale was composed today, using western music and western instruments, I
> > believe it would still be soulful. Because soul doesn't lie in a particular
> > system of music...it lies in the way the song is presented.
> >
> > People who are inclin

[arr] Re: Watched CR..both happy and a bit sad at the same time

Nice to hear your thoughts Sirish and from what I take from your message, it's 
mostly positive.  I too wasn't expecting an Oscar out of this one, but glad 
that the music complemented the movie well.  Also happy to know that the movie 
is doing pretty at the BO and that the average viewer appears to enjoy it, 
despite what the critics say.  I would like to see the movie soon too.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "coolwiz80"  wrote:
>
> Ok first the good...I'm really really glad that the movie brought in lot of 
> laughs, unlike several bad reviews by critics. People luved it, atleast in 
> the theater i was watching. Box office results also show a positive sign. 
> It'll prove to be an easy hit, which was what I wanted from this movie. The 
> background music was adequate, but it didn't make much expected impact as in 
> SdM. Folks luved Nana song. Animal spirits was a perfect ending piece. El 
> Salvadore opened many eyebrows, but I guess it was largely due to the 6 
> packed yoga master. Tour De villas also gave a grand backing music for the 
> Eden resort, something like Jurassic Park theme. The Undress music piece was 
> interestingly funny. I'm sure any other music director would have just come 
> up with some funny sounds to fill in the scene while our Boss managed to give 
> an Indian touch which doesnt sound funny when you listen at first, but 
> onscreen its hilarious. Great work !!
> 
> Now for the bad..Kuru Kuru song comes twice, first for a funny scene which 
> unfortunately lasted for very less time and second for a biking scene. I 
> couldn't hear Rahman's voice at all in the song. It should have been put at 
> several places I thought. Sajna song comes in end credits, for which I stayed 
> and enjoyed, but more than half the theater missed it. Some scenes didn't 
> have music at all and I felt may be ARR could have put something there, jus 
> my thoughts. 
> 
> the end result - ARR will most certainly have his first hit in his first 
> Hollywood production, but would not get an Oscar, and I wasn't expecting that 
> anyways. I mean come on guyz its a comedy movie, and its not supposed to be 
> taken seriously. I think Rahman just wanted to go full on fun mode and hav a 
> blast with this movie. Contrary to many I thought the choice of a Vince 
> Vaughn movie was a smart idea as there's a large section of people in US who 
> like his movies and so many will atleast get to know ARR this way. Agreed 
> that internationally this movie wouldn't be recognized so much as SdM, but 
> nevertheless its a good first feather in his Hollywood Cap. 
> 
> Sirish
>

Re: [arr] How was the Chennai concert???

2009-10-12 Thread Jafar K

We miss you Shridhar sir.






--- On Mon, 12/10/09, Vithur  wrote:

From: Vithur 
Subject: Re: [arr] How was the Chennai concert???
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, 12 October, 2009, 9:38 PM






 





  It was good, but sound system was a big flop. The turnout was 
mind blowing. 
 
We had a nice time with our people... 
 


 
On Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 2:11 AM, myown_niche  wrote:


  



Please share :)






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RE: [arr] Our Boss in chennai with film fraternity

2009-10-12 Thread murali ramakrishnan

the photo was taken at the musical concert of all the music directors from the 
functionorganised by fefsi in chennai.spb nas sung of rahman's anjali from duet 
and many of hisfamous compositions were played.
on that occassion he thanked e.one who supported his music journey and told 
music has no barriers.

To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
From: abdul_b...@yahoo.com
Date: Sat, 10 Oct 2009 13:10:16 -0700
Subject: [arr] Our Boss in chennai with film fraternity [3 Attachments]

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[arr] Rahmaniacs rock the night

2009-10-12 Thread $ Pavan Kumar $

How long would you be gone if you were to step out of home for a concert? 
Twelve hours, if you had set out for the MARG’s ‘Jai Ho’ concert in aid of 
Shakti Foundation and A.R. Rahman Foundation on Sunday. Because, about 70,000 
Rahmaniacs had decided to brave the journey that took them about 100 km out of 
the city — to MARG Swarnabhoomi — from where Rahman took them for an 
out-of-the-world experience over a span of three-and-a-half hours.
A sea of people extended to over a kilometre from the stage to get a glimpse of 
the man who picked up a couple of Oscars earlier this year. Even from the 5,000 
rupee-ticket section, about 300 metres away from the stage, it was difficult to 
tell one singer from the other.
Rahman surfaced, perched on a lift, around 7.25 p.m. with the haunting ‘Jaage 
Hai’, much to the relief of those waiting, getting increasingly restless and 
gave them something to dance with ‘Khalbali,’ without any histrionics himself, 
dressed quite simply in a full-sleeve black T-shirt, jeans and a blue shawl 
around his neck.
Great start
With ‘Athiradi’, the concert got just the start it needed. Hariharan began 
‘Kadhal Rojave’ in Tamil with Sadhna Sargam and switched to Hindi half-way 
before a svelte Tanvi came in brandishing a megaphone to croon the velvety ‘Yeh 
Dilli Hai Mere Yaar’, with BlaaZe at his stylish best and rapper Vivienne Pocha.
“Chennai, I can see you all,” said Rahman, standing on top of a crane as he 
launched into ‘Jiya Se Jiya’ and tossed a few caps around for fans before 
returning to the stage. BlaaZe returned with more ‘Style’, this time with a rap 
in English: “Everybody in the front, you got style. Everybody in the back, you 
got style...”
Choreographer of the show, Harshal, and rapper Lush rocked the show with their 
‘Liquid Dance’ before Lush joined Shweta Pandit for ‘Chandralekha’. Shweta 
continued with ‘Ringa Ringa Ringa’ as the crowd chanted, “We want Tamil”. The 
chanting was suspended with Rahman’s energetic ‘Dil Se’, the world-class visual 
graphics in the background working magic.
“Now, for love songs,” said Rahman, as he settled to play the piano, starting 
with part of the score from “Slumdog Millionaire” and ‘Kahin To’ before 
Hariharan joined him for ‘Tamizha Tamizha’. The crowd rose on its feet and 
hundreds of flags fluttered as the duo continued to do ‘Uyire’. Rashid Ali came 
on stage with a guitar, wondering how many Aditis there were in the crowd, and 
launched into ‘Kabhi Kabhi Aditi’.
Rahman dedicated ‘Rehna Tu’ to “a state of mind, of accepting people as they 
are, unconditionally”, and the sheer sincerity in his voice had the audience 
spell-bound. The crowd was rewarded for good behaviour with ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ 
as Raihana and Aslam came up with the electrifying crowd-pleaser. There was 
more excuse to dance when BlaaZe returned with Benny Dayal for ‘Taxi Taxi’.
Neeti Mohan came up with a graceful ‘Maiyya Maiyya’ before religious heads were 
called upon to give A.R. Rahman holy water from Jerusalem, Mecca and the Ganges 
to signify oneness. After the break, Rahman launched into a 
percussion-intensive segment — a medley of ‘Azeemo Shaan Shahenshah’, ‘Rukmani 
Rukmani’ and ‘Veerapaandi Kottaiyile’, followed by a rocking solo by Sivamani.
Rahman changed his attire for the Sufi segment as the stage bathed in green 
light provided the perfect setting for ‘Khwaja Mere Khwaja’ and ‘Arziyaan’. 
This was one of the finest parts of the show. Chitra entertained the crowd with 
‘Kannalane’ and ‘Jiya Jale’, accompanied by fire dancers.
And soon, Hariharan came back to sing ‘Ai Hairathe Aashiqui’, and Suzanne gave 
them ‘Ai Bachchu’. But, it was the last 20 minutes that sent the audience into 
a state of euphoria — ‘Mustafa Mustafa’ followed by BlaaZe’s rap for ‘Humma 
Humma’, the high-octane ‘Jai Ho’ and ‘Vande Mataram’ for a finale.
There’s nothing more beautiful than hot air lamps taking off from the audience, 
a swaying crowd on its feet and fireworks in the sky. And, all those hours 
spent in travelling and waiting just didn’t seem to matter.

http://beta.thehindu.com/arts/music/article32863.ece?homepage=true

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[arr] Re: A.R.Rehman to make album with K V in Telugu

2009-10-12 Thread arr_raghu

This must be one dream project but how true is the news?


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "K.P.Chowdary"  wrote:
>
> 
> 
> Â 
> Â 
> Music maestro A.R.Rehman is all set to make a music album in Telugu under the 
> guidance of legendary director K Vishwanath. Talking to reporters in 
> Hyderabad today (Monday, October 12, 2009), Rehman informed that he has 
> spoken with K.V. âWe agreed to work together and will begin work for it 
> shortly. Other than that I am doing a film in Telugu after a long time for 
> Pawan Kalyanâs Puli,â he added. Rehman will be performing live at a 
> concert in Hyderabad on October 24th. The concert, which was a part of 
> Rahmanâs world tour, is to be conducted by GMR group and would be dedicated 
> to late YSR and revenues would be given to flood victims. 
> âTelugu people have great taste for good music. In initial stage of my 
> career I worked with Telugu m
> Â 
> Â 
> Â 
> http://www.telugucinema.com/c/publish/news/rehman_oct1209.php
> Â 
> Â 
> Â 
> Â 
> Â 
> Â 
>

Re: [arr] Re: No news on vtv.

2009-10-12 Thread $ Pavan Kumar $

As of now, VTV for sure is not going to release this month...Its been 
delayed...Keep tracking VTV'sofficial site, as in coming days few more music 
bits would be uploaded.

From: "Din, D, Nesh" 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Mon, October 12, 2009 9:13:59 PM
Subject: [arr] Re: No news on vtv.

it only means VTV release is no where near... sadly...

--- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, aneesh ani  wrote:
>
> Guys y there is no news on vtv yet.if release date is 23rd then y no news 
> yet.is tracklist available.
> 
> 
>   From cricket scores to your friends. Try the Yahoo! India Homepage! 
> http://in.yahoo. com/trynew
>

Re: [arr] A.R.Rehman to make album with K V in Telugu

2009-10-12 Thread Praveen

Thats a wonderful news! Dreaming for this so long.

On Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 8:33 PM, K.P.Chowdary  wrote:

>
>
>
>
> Music maestro A.R.Rehman is all set to make a music album in Telugu under
> the guidance of legendary director K Vishwanath. Talking to reporters in
> Hyderabad today (Monday, October 12, 2009), Rehman informed that he has
> spoken with K.V. “We agreed to work together and will begin work for it
> shortly. Other than that I am doing a film in Telugu after a long time for
> Pawan Kalyan’s Puli,” he added. Rehman will be performing live at a concert
> in Hyderabad on October 24th. The concert, which was a part of Rahman’s
> world tour, is to be conducted by GMR group and would be dedicated to late
> YSR and revenues would be given to flood victims. “Telugu people have
> great taste for good music. In initial stage of my career I worked with
> Telugu m
>
>
>
> http://www.telugucinema.com/c/publish/news/rehman_oct1209.php
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  
>



-- 
Praveen

[arr] Recommended software for audio editing - Helpful in editing BGMs...

2009-10-12 Thread pratap

I recommend you guys download this software. It's free. There is a
function called noise removal in it which I find very helpful. For
example, certain BGMs might have the wind sound which is annoying.
Using this software, you can remove that particular by choosing a
portion where only that sound can be heard. Then after you have
selected the noise, you can apply the effect to the whole track. The
software can remove the noise even if it is mixed with the main audio...

Download here: 
http://audacity.googlecode.com/files/audacity-win-unicode-1.3.9.exe

http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/ http://www.facebook.com/elensar5233

RE: [arr] Why should we RIP bgms?

2009-10-12 Thread wiredbeats .


Wow,
Wish you are true. But its not easy and legal to get something out of a studio 
just like that. Each is an IP, can't just distribute!.So technically, it is 
wrong to rip and distribute but we do it for the sake of having them and none 
of us make money by selling.
On a side note, i do strongly believe few movies of AR ( not all )have the 
ability to carry a BGM cd with scores.
regards
wb 

To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
From: kishore.paray...@gmail.com
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:30:14 +0530
Subject: [arr] Why should we RIP bgms?















 





  
Y shoud we RIP BGMs when ppl like GOPAL or VIJAY can directly get the ORIGINALS 
in completely voiceless state from ARR???
 
I know, that many of the BGMs may become songs later, or extended as 
instrumentals. But still, we are hearing them by RIPPING... So, Y not , we 
choose the better to hear the ORIGINALS??

RE: [arr] ARR @ Oscars - 720P HDTV Video Download

2009-10-12 Thread wiredbeats .


hey!!! brilliant brother. This is a collector item. A moment of history in 
HD..superb man. Altough i am yet to download it. But i will

To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
From: a.r.ra...@gmail.com
Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2009 02:16:50 +0600
Subject: [arr] ARR @ Oscars - 720P HDTV Video Download















 





  
Well ... It's Very Late to Share This ... But It's better than never ... 
A.R.Rahman Receiving Oscars - Uncut From Latika Theme to O Saaya To Best 
original Song 


Everything in One Real HDTV  Video File   It's The Best Quality Video You Will 
Get For This Moment









Source: 81st Annual Academy Awards 
Format: Matroska 
File size: 360 MB

Duration: 12 min 43 seconds
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[arr] Re: How was the Chennai concert???

2009-10-12 Thread mmohdariff

http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/oct-09-03/rahman-12-10-09.html

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "myown_niche"  wrote:
>
> Please share :)
>

[arr] Re: Why Ismail Darbar dislikes A.R.Rahman.. Truth is out!

2009-10-12 Thread Rivjot

Considering how much he dislikes Rahman and later also said that his songs in 
Kisna were better than Rahman's.. he must have been very upset with sharing 
credits with ARR for Kisna. I guess it was just Ghai, who forced & badly wanted 
Rahman for at least 1-2 songs. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gomzy  wrote:
>
> strange ! Why did he he have to share music credits with AR for Kisna?
> 
> On Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 4:25 AM, Rivjot  wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > Good to know this. If somebody else is chosen over you (as judge feels that
> > he is better than you or can be better at this specific task), one should
> > not have hard feelings (especially for years.. which turns into anger) as it
> > works against you.
> >
> > Ramu's blog posts are always interesting to read.
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> > "Din, D, Nesh"  wrote:
> > >
> > > RGV blogs on what happened.. apparently, this is why Ismail has been
> > really harsh to ARR
> > >
> > >
> > > DUSTBIN FORTUNES
> > > Both "Drohi" and the song bombed but because of that association my
> > relationship with that lyric writer continued and whenever I was in Mumbai,
> > me, the violin player and the lyric writer used to meet up once in a while
> > and at that time I was just beginning to work on the idea of "Rangeela".
> > When I mentioned the story to both of them, they got very excited and the
> > violin player composed a tune for which the lyric writer wrote a song. I was
> > very impressed with both and committed to both of them that they will be
> > doing the music for "Rangeela". They were thrilled to bits.
> > >
> > > A few days later Maniratnam made me hear the songs of "Roja" at his home
> > on Chennai and I was simply blown away with the orchestral brilliance of
> > A.R.Rahman. I got too greedy and at any cost wanted to get that sound in my
> > film and went back on my commitment to the violin player and signed Rahman
> > instead, which understandingly left the violin player in a very angry and a
> > heartbroken state. The lyric writer pleaded with me not to do that to his
> > friend and I said it is just a professional decision in the best interest of
> > the film.
> > >
> > > I spoke to Rahman about the lyric writer and told him that his first song
> > didn't work but I do believe that he is very good. Rahman said, "If he is
> > good enough for you he is good enough for me".
> > >
> > > Thus that lyric writer named Mehboob came into "Rangeela" minus the
> > violin player and the first song he wrote was "Tanha Tanha". I played that
> > song to Maniratnam and he was mighty impressed with the fact that he hasn't
> > heard a song since a long time which didn't have the words dil, deewana and
> > sanam and signed on Mehboob for "Bombay".
> > >
> > > With the super success of both "Bombay" and "Rangeela" Mehboob got a very
> > big name and credibility and using that he recommended his closest friend
> > the violin player to Sanjay Leela Bhansali who was looking for a new music
> > director for "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" and thus was born Ismail Darbar.
> > >
> > > After the tremendous musical success of "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" which
> > also timed with a couple of Rahman albums not doing well including my own
> > "Daud" Ismail Darbar was the new musical genius on the block. I called
> > Ismail Darbar up to congratulate him and he didn't pick up my calls.
> > >
> > > Later on Ismail gave an interview where he said that now that he is a
> > success, everybody is calling him including Ramgopal Varma. That was
> > obviously his revenge on the heartache I gave him by dumping him from
> > "Rangeela".
> > >
> > > http://rgvzoomin.com/2009/10/07/dustbin-fortunes/
> > >
> >
> >  
> >
>

[arr] Re: Jai Ho! Chennai !!!!

2009-10-12 Thread Rivjot

Can somebody (Gopal?) please do the honour of sharing the playlist? Thanks

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Abhi"  wrote:
>
> Frends,
> 
> Back from the concert this morning..Still in the hang over..Amazing it was 
> !!! And what a crowd it was !!! Rahman sir looked so cool and relaxed..The 
> performances were wonderful !! 
> 
> It was a long long story..will share in detail later..Hope somebody will 
> write a detailed report..
> 
> Jai Ho,
> Abhi.
>

[arr] Musically Yours: Clinton Cerejo (semi A.R.Rahman)

2009-10-12 Thread juliencristobal

First Big Break

"I was doing a lot of vocal arrangements for a lot of Bollywood composers such 
as Anu Malik, Ismail Darbar and one such day it so happened that one of my 
arrangements was heard by A.R. Rahman. He heard the harmonies and really liked 
what he heard. The next thing I know is that I get a call from him and I headed 
straight to Chennai. The first film which I worked with Rahman on was a Tamil 
film Mudalvan. After that we worked on Takshak, Lagaan and a whole lot of 
films. For Lagaan, I put together a choir called 'Voices in the Wilderness' 
consisting of a group of really good singers. I also conducted a 16 piece 
Methodist choir for Lagaan in Rahman's recording room in Chennai. I spent a lot 
of time in Chennai during that phase of my life doing everything from backing 
vocals to music arrangements etc." 

Favorite singers among contemporaries

"I really like Rashid Ali who sang 'Kabhi Kabhi Aditi'. He is simply brilliant. 
Even Benny Dayal is simply outstanding. Shilpa Rao is another extremely 
talented singer. We recently sang a song together called 'Mahiya' in Aage Se 
Right." 

Future projects

"I have sung a song in 'All The Best' for Pritam. I've a sung a very 
interesting song in Karthik Calling Karthik which again has music composed by 
Shankar- Ehsaan-Loy. Besides I have also done the vocals for a song in Rahman's 
new Hollywood project Couples Retreat. I have also produced all the songs for 
Vishal Bhardwaj's production Ishqiya directed by Abhishek Chaubey. The film has 
some really interesting music. All in all, I am looking forward to doing more 
of such exciting work." 

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/slideshow/2009/10/12/490/index.html

Re: [arr] Why should we RIP bgms?

2009-10-12 Thread Vithur

This is not possible... if AR would have decided to give the BGMs, he would
have released it long way back.

On Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 12:30 PM, kishore parayath <
kishore.paray...@gmail.com> wrote:

>
>
> Y shoud we RIP BGMs when ppl like GOPAL or VIJAY can directly get the
> ORIGINALS in completely voiceless state from ARR???
>
> I know, that many of the BGMs may become songs later, or extended as
> instrumentals. But still, we are hearing them by RIPPING... So, Y not , we
> choose the better to hear the ORIGINALS??
>
> 
>



-- 
regards,
Vithur

[arr] Re: No news on vtv.

it only means VTV release is no where near... sadly...

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, aneesh ani  wrote:
>
> Guys y there is no news on vtv yet.if release date is 23rd then y no news 
> yet.is tracklist available.
> 
> 
>   From cricket scores to your friends. Try the Yahoo! India Homepage! 
> http://in.yahoo.com/trynew
>

[arr] Ar Rahman's Concert Chennai

2009-10-12 Thread mmohdariff


Rahman's concert at the Marg Swarnabhoomi on 11th October was a stupendous 
success. As the traffic was completely thrown out of gear, Rahman could not be 
brought to the venue by road and was airlifted and dropped. The traffic on ECR 
was more than chaotic and many people had bought tickets found it very 
difficult to reach the place in time. The unofficial number of audience was 
roughly estimated to be more than 70,000. The crowd had given a standing 
ovation to the Oscar winner. Rahman had requested the audience to extend a hand 
of friendship to their immediate neighbor at the concert as a token of 
spreading good will and cheer which the crowd dutifully obliged. Rahman's 
concert brought people from different age groups, different places, religion 
and nationality together and to all of them present there, only one thing 
mattered. And that is music and that too Rahman's music. Jai Ho Rahman!

Thanks
http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/oct-09-03/rahman-12-10-09.html

Re: [arr] How was the Chennai concert???

2009-10-12 Thread Vithur

It was good, but sound system was a big flop. The turnout was mind blowing.

We had a nice time with our people...




On Mon, Oct 12, 2009 at 2:11 AM, myown_niche wrote:

>
>
> Please share :)
>
> 
>



-- 
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Vithur

Re: [arr] Re: Right to opinion - do you think these songs lack soul?

2009-10-12 Thread Anil Nair

Brilliantly put Gayathri ..its so true ...the fact that ARR never ceases to
surprise us ...makes us happy ...and the fact that so many of us ...we grew
up with them. At every juncture in our life, there is some ARR tune that we
can relate to ...remember those days with that movie song that came out at
that time. I think thats what makes ARR so special ..he has given so many of
us those moments ..those special moments that makes our life tick ...

-A

On Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 7:54 PM, Gayathri Chandrakasan <
gayathri_c...@yahoo.com> wrote:

>
>
> Dinesh, I understand your point as I too grew up listening to ARR's songs
> all my life. Without meaning to sound disrespectful to MDs like Ilayaraja,
> Jatin-Lalit and others, I wish to state that I never had much interest in
> Indian music before Roja. I found that most of the tunes to be repetitive,
> predictable and at most times distasteful (at least to me). And the only
> time I actually listen to these songs was when they are played in the movie.
> So much so, that the thought of purchasing the audio cassette never occured
> in my mind.
>
> And then, Roja came. It swept me like a fresh breath of air. The blissful
> Chinna Chinna Aasai still gives me goosebumps today! Movies like Gentleman,
> Puthiya Mukham, Thiruda Thiruda, Duet followed suit and by then, I was
> hooked to ARR's music. The first cassette that I bought in my life was ARR's
> Gentleman. (I actually saved my allowance money for months to purchase the
> cassette). The first cd that I bought was ARR's Minsara Kanavu. In short,
> it's safe to say that my life revolved around ARR's music. I grew up with
> them...I grew up in them.
>
> Therefore, it came as no surprise to me that he went on to make major
> changes to his music. Why should I? The revolution he made was the sole
> reason that generated me to listen to Tamil music in the first place. Thus,
> I'm proud to say that I love Guru, Rang De Basanthi, and Blue as much as I
> love Roja, Gentleman and Puthiya Mukham. I would go on to say that the new
> genre he creates, the new tunes he invents is as priceless as any of his
> previous compositions.
>
> And that is the reason why I beg to differ with Sriram's and your opinion.
> When you say (and I quote) "And i too truly believe the lack usage of
> carnatic raagam is the sole fact of his lack of soulfulness albums
> nowadays", naturally, it would irk some members' feelings. You have rights
> to your own opinion of course, nevertheless, stating your opinion as a fact
> is totally uncalled-for.
>
> I agree when some say ARR has reduced the usage of carnatic music in his
> recent songs. But to quote that as the reason for the lack of soulfulness in
> his recent albums is definitely debatable. To begin with, carnatic music is
> not the only genre in Indian music. History states that carnatic is the
> sub-genre of Indian classical music. The other being Hindustani music, which
> have also played a major role in all indian music (and I truly believe that
> Tamil films are no exception to them either). Therefore the limitation of a
> particular genre of music will definitely not be a reason for lack of any
> soulfulness in any music, let alone ARR's.
>
> In your previous mail, you mentioned about a gentleman who is well versed
> in carnatic music. Your mail suggested that you agree with his view that the
> lack of carnatic music is the reason why many feel that ARR has lost his
> touch, and that's the sole fact.
>
> Allow me to pose a question. Do you know what raga was used to compose En
> Veetu Thothatil from Gentleman, or Ennavale from Kadhalan?
>
> Truthfully, I didn't know that pure carnatic music were used to compose
> these masterpieces. To me, they were film songs and more accurately, ARR's
> songs. I never bothered to analyse the genre of the songs...not back then
> and not even now. And I believe many don't analyse them either. They simply
> enjoy the songs for the way it has been created.
>
> The same goes for Rehnuma in Blue. I love this song...I've been hearing
> them for the umpteenth time now. What genre of music does this song generate
> from? Again, I have no clue. I just love it for the way it has been
> presented.
>
> And to think about it, does Rehnuma which seemingly a western song lack the
> soul of Ennavale, a classical based song? In my opinion, they don't. If
> Ennavale was composed today, using western music and western instruments, I
> believe it would still be soulful. Because soul doesn't lie in a particular
> system of music...it lies in the way the song is presented.
>
> People who are inclined towards carnatic music might find songs like
> Fiqrana and Rehnuma as "soul-less". Likewise, those who love western music
> might find songs like Sowkiyama from Sangamam a-little-too-hard-to-digest.
> But ARR's music was never catered to fulfil a certain section's need. The
> beauty of his music is that he never left any stones untouched. There's
> always something for everyone. Tha

Re: [arr] How was the Chennai concert???

2009-10-12 Thread Sath Murthy

I guess it was great.. this is what Chinmayi tweeted 

Chinmayi 70,000 people, a 100 kilometers away from Chennai at the Jai Ho 
Concert today. Rahman sir rocks!!! 





From: myown_niche 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, October 11, 2009 1:41:57 PM
Subject: [arr] How was the Chennai concert???

   
Please share :)

[arr] A.R.Rehman to make album with K V in Telugu

2009-10-12 Thread K.P.Chowdary



 
 
Music maestro A.R.Rehman is all set to make a music album in Telugu under the 
guidance of legendary director K Vishwanath. Talking to reporters in Hyderabad 
today (Monday, October 12, 2009), Rehman informed that he has spoken with K.V. 
“We agreed to work together and will begin work for it shortly. Other than that 
I am doing a film in Telugu after a long time for Pawan Kalyan’s Puli,” he 
added. Rehman will be performing live at a concert in Hyderabad on October 
24th. The concert, which was a part of Rahman’s world tour, is to be conducted 
by GMR group and would be dedicated to late YSR and revenues would be given to 
flood victims. 
“Telugu people have great taste for good music. In initial stage of my career I 
worked with Telugu m
 
 
 
http://www.telugucinema.com/c/publish/news/rehman_oct1209.php

[arr] Jai Ho Concert

2009-10-12 Thread kavitha krishnamurthy

Hi,
 I went for the Jai Ho conecrt held yesterday (Oct 11th) in chennai. It was a 
rocking show..Enjoyed very much...
 
Rahman Rocked!!!
 
Thanks
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[arr] Jai Ho! Chennai !!!!

2009-10-12 Thread Abhi

Frends,

Back from the concert this morning..Still in the hang over..Amazing it was !!! 
And what a crowd it was !!! Rahman sir looked so cool and relaxed..The 
performances were wonderful !! 

It was a long long story..will share in detail later..Hope somebody will write 
a detailed report..

Jai Ho,
Abhi.

[arr] Re: Chinna Chinna Asai sang by my sister

2009-10-12 Thread dreamspringmelodies



nice singing. Sandeep. good luck to her. practice with shure sm58, a dynamic 
mic, to start with. pitch, modulation are good


> Let me know your comments!
> Thanks,Sandeep
> Other non-ARR SongsKangal 
> Irandalhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTO6Ga7d60M&feature=relatedKolakuzhal 
> (malayalam)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXdTEY39Clc&feature=related
>

[arr] Rahman’s supply for the industry

Rahman’s supply for the industryIndiaGlitz [Monday, October 12, 2009]

Abbas Rahbi, an assistant to A R Rahman is the most recent who turned
composer from the maestro’s training with ‘Sa Boo Three’.  Following him
Rahman’s long-term assistant Taj Noor is turning composer now.

Taj who was under Rahman for more than 15 years is composing for debut
director Vyas’s ‘Vidiyum Varai Kaathiru’. The specialty of this film is that
it has no heroes. So the queen-bee who will rule the show is our Azhagiya
Laila- Ramba! Guess what? The film is produced by Ramba’s close relative.
(Call-sheet with big discount rates hum?). Sources further add that Prakash
Raj will be acting in an important role.

Rahman is a person who tries something novel. He is a good guru by nature
and normally gives quality education for his disciples. He recently unveiled
his plans for a first-ever collaboration in music instruction between his K
M Music Conservatory and London’s Middlesex University.

Let’s see who comes next from the teacher’s school…


http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/50706.html
-- 
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

[arr] Mausam & Escape Live version @ Chennai Jai Ho concert on OCT 11

2009-10-12 Thread Mathan Raj

Hi Friends,
 
The concert was went well... so many disappointments... there is only one thing 
made everyone to be there till the end.. thatz Rahman. Chennai crowd slightly 
disappointed with the playliste they have performed. 80% hindi songs... however 
everyone enjoyed completely. My biggest disappointment is the quality of sound 
and the stage display settings. Minus points are still there... but I would 
like to share something good. I have recorded (only audio) the live version of 
Mausam & Escape track. 
 
Rahmanji was started playing the piano with some melody... after a minute i 
felt that something big coming to come out... when the sitar joined first along 
with the piano... I doubt that.. finally I realised the track when the electric 
guitar joined... at one point of time they started playing Mausam & Escape 
WOW!!! that was a BIG surprise for crowd. Luckly I have recorded the music with 
my mobile.
 
I would recommend all the Rahmaniacs to listen to this track from 
http://www.mediafire.com/?t5xnyyzynmu . If anyone recorded this with good 
qulity audio... PLEASE upload it and post it. Thanks in advance... 
 
Regards,
Mathan Raj A
 


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[arr] Mustafa - The ever green track from Rahman

2009-10-12 Thread Mathan Raj


Hi Friends, 
 
I fotgot to mention about one more track.. Mustafa... before this song there 
were more than 6 hindi songs continiously played... the crowd was fedup about 
that. The moment this track start... WOW the whole crowd was started singing 
along with Rahman.. He is not only a Musician.. also Magician
 
Listen to Mustfa live version from here - 
http://www.mediafire.com/?jrvkz4fiyfl . I am sure you will feel the happiness 
of the crowd. 
 
Regards,
Mathan Raj A
 


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[arr] An evening of euphony and ecstasy

An evening of euphony and ecstasyIndiaGlitz [Monday, October 12, 2009]

It was a fund raising event. It equally raised the expectations of music
lovers for just one reason- A R Rahman. And it would be no exaggeration to
say that the Oscar winner surpassed the anticipations, at the Jai Ho concert
near Mahabalipuram Sunday.

“If music makes you think, moves you to action; then I think the music is
working,” said the Mozart of Madras before starting his magic. His words
came true when he was at work, as his music made the audience think and act.

‘Kalpali,’ a song from Rang De Basanti was the starter. Then Rahman went on
with a couple of hits from Sivaji. Bollywood buffs were royally treated by
Hariharan, Sadhana Sargam and Benny Dayal.

The concert was a perfect mix of various musical forms- rap, fusion,
Carnatic and Sufi. There were songs in almost every language that Rahman has
composed in. However, Tamil songs were clearly the winners of the evening.

“Rahman has clearly proved once again that he is a genius. The away he
controlled the crowd with his mesmerizing music was really amazing. Jai Ho
Rahman,” said one of the fans of the music composer, while coming out of the
venue.


http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/50709.html


http://beta.thehindu.com/news/cities/Chennai/article32549.ece

http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/oct-09-03/ar-rahman-12-10-09.html

-- 
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

[arr] US movie goers flock to Couples Retreat

2009-10-12 Thread mohammed sajin


US movie goers flock to Couples Retreat
DPA October 11th, 2009 
 
NEW YORK - US cinema goers got some humour therapy to send Couples Retreat to 
the top of the box office over the weekend.
The comedy about a group of unwilling couples forced into therapy on
a tropical island stars Vince Vaughn, Jason Bateman, Kristin Davis and
Kristen Bell. It earned $35.3 million in its opening weekend. 
Horror-comedy Zombieland earned $15 million at second place,
while the flying food in animated family comedy Cloudy With a Chance of
Meatballs took third place. The 3D film about an inventor who makes
hamburgers, pizza and pancakes fall from the sky earned $12 million in
its fourth week in cinemas. 
Another 3D film aimed at children took fourth place. A revamped
double-feature of Toy Story and Toy Story 2 earned $7.7 million. 
Independent horror flick Paranormal Activity was a surprise in fifth place and 
$7.1 million.


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[arr] Why should we RIP bgms?

2009-10-12 Thread kishore parayath

Y shoud we RIP BGMs when ppl like GOPAL or VIJAY can directly get the
ORIGINALS in completely voiceless state from ARR???

I know, that many of the BGMs may become songs later, or extended as
instrumentals. But still, we are hearing them by RIPPING... So, Y not , we
choose the better to hear the ORIGINALS??

Re: [arr] Re: Why Ismail Darbar dislikes A.R.Rahman.. Truth is out!

2009-10-12 Thread Gomzy™

strange ! Why did he he have to share music credits with AR for Kisna?

On Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 4:25 AM, Rivjot  wrote:

>
>
> Good to know this. If somebody else is chosen over you (as judge feels that
> he is better than you or can be better at this specific task), one should
> not have hard feelings (especially for years.. which turns into anger) as it
> works against you.
>
> Ramu's blog posts are always interesting to read.
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "Din, D, Nesh"  wrote:
> >
> > RGV blogs on what happened.. apparently, this is why Ismail has been
> really harsh to ARR
> >
> >
> > DUSTBIN FORTUNES
> > Both "Drohi" and the song bombed but because of that association my
> relationship with that lyric writer continued and whenever I was in Mumbai,
> me, the violin player and the lyric writer used to meet up once in a while
> and at that time I was just beginning to work on the idea of "Rangeela".
> When I mentioned the story to both of them, they got very excited and the
> violin player composed a tune for which the lyric writer wrote a song. I was
> very impressed with both and committed to both of them that they will be
> doing the music for "Rangeela". They were thrilled to bits.
> >
> > A few days later Maniratnam made me hear the songs of "Roja" at his home
> on Chennai and I was simply blown away with the orchestral brilliance of
> A.R.Rahman. I got too greedy and at any cost wanted to get that sound in my
> film and went back on my commitment to the violin player and signed Rahman
> instead, which understandingly left the violin player in a very angry and a
> heartbroken state. The lyric writer pleaded with me not to do that to his
> friend and I said it is just a professional decision in the best interest of
> the film.
> >
> > I spoke to Rahman about the lyric writer and told him that his first song
> didn't work but I do believe that he is very good. Rahman said, "If he is
> good enough for you he is good enough for me".
> >
> > Thus that lyric writer named Mehboob came into "Rangeela" minus the
> violin player and the first song he wrote was "Tanha Tanha". I played that
> song to Maniratnam and he was mighty impressed with the fact that he hasn't
> heard a song since a long time which didn't have the words dil, deewana and
> sanam and signed on Mehboob for "Bombay".
> >
> > With the super success of both "Bombay" and "Rangeela" Mehboob got a very
> big name and credibility and using that he recommended his closest friend
> the violin player to Sanjay Leela Bhansali who was looking for a new music
> director for "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" and thus was born Ismail Darbar.
> >
> > After the tremendous musical success of "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" which
> also timed with a couple of Rahman albums not doing well including my own
> "Daud" Ismail Darbar was the new musical genius on the block. I called
> Ismail Darbar up to congratulate him and he didn't pick up my calls.
> >
> > Later on Ismail gave an interview where he said that now that he is a
> success, everybody is calling him including Ramgopal Varma. That was
> obviously his revenge on the heartache I gave him by dumping him from
> "Rangeela".
> >
> > http://rgvzoomin.com/2009/10/07/dustbin-fortunes/
> >
>
>  
>

[arr] Overdose of Bollywood Soundtracks-Blue fails to create an Impact

Overdose of Bollywood
SoundtracksOverdose
of Bollywood Soundtracks-Blue fails to create an Impact
*We listened to BLUE songs specially because of A.R Rahman’s conposition.
However, we did not feel like listening to the songs twice. **Akshay
Kumar** may
shine in action in BLUE but the songs are not up to the mark.* Lets check
out and review recent Hindi OST releases.

Blue
*Overall Rating:*

*Retail Price:* $12.99Amazon Price:
$11.99
It has been ‘raining’ music in the current season. The month of August saw
more than 20 film soundtracks hitting the stands. The ones that managed to
make an impression were ‘What’s Your Raashee?‘,‘Wake Up Sid’ and ‘Radio’.
There was something for the masses too with ‘Wanted’ as well as ‘Dil Bole
Hadippa‘ (to an extent) finding some patronage amongst the target audiences.

September saw relatively lesser number of albums arriving. However, close to
a dozen odd albums meant that there was too much to choose for an average
music lover. The biggies in the offering were ‘London Dreams’, ‘Blue’, ‘Tum
Mile’, ‘Main Aurr Mrs. Khanna’, ‘All The Best’ and ‘Acid Factory’. Now
that’s a luxury of riches by any standards.

So how did the music turned out? Read on…

The best of the lot was undoubtedly A.R. Rahman’s soundtrack for the biggest
film of the current season – ‘Blue’. It practically mixed up genres and
ensured at least four chartbusters in the form of ‘Fiqrana’, ‘Chiggy Wiggy’,
‘Yaar Mila Tha’ and ‘Aaj Dil’. With expectations of a huge soundtrack being
met, as a listener one can be pretty content with the final outcome of
‘Blue’.





-By Joginder Tuteja / Sampurn Media


http://calcuttatube.com/overdose-of-bollywood-soundtracks/44610/


*My Comment :* The Writer Is Out Of His Damn Mind , At first he said , he
dint feel like listening "blue" twice the he is saying it's the best one
:s What the hell is wrong with him :s

-- 
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

[arr] Missing mail (Roja (marathi version)) [3 Attachments]

2009-10-12 Thread harshal chavan

I sent this mail before 2/3 days... I am puzzled why this mail didnt reach to 
all fans? any one receved this mail? Please help?

Hi friends,

Today I got this while googling, Hope all arr fans like it. Thnx to the unknown 
contributor.

Its a Roja (marathi version)cover.

Song
quality is not that good, because I think its converted into mp3 from
cassette. Is there any issue of piracy to share these files?

Please advice.

Harshal Chavan
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[arr] chennai Concert pics

2009-10-12 Thread mmykhel

http://picasaweb.google.com/mykhel.ja/JaiHoChennai#

Thanks

Michael

[arr] Re: Just watched Couples Retreat!

2009-10-12 Thread Jagdeesh Subramanian

I watched the movies too and its just the typical cues you would have 
for any hollywood movie. I actually liked the movie. I don't know if you 
watch Vince Vaighan and Will Ferrell movies but this is along the same 
lines. Ofcourse not Brat Pack but definitely worth a laugh. Sajna was 
used in the first half in the background albeit to a very small extent.

On the whole its Nana that figures in most places.

And Kailash Kher for that song mmm not so sure if that was a good 
choice. It was to sound latina american but sounded more indian .

My 2 cents, must watch went with a group of 6 folks (ARR induced 
interest) and if you know Vince Vaighan's movies you will love this one 
too.

Jagdeesh

[arr] Re: Is Chaiya Chaiya ARR's greatest hit so far?

2009-10-12 Thread nitinchacko


As per global popularity:-

1) Jai Ho
2) Bombay Theme
3) Chaiyya Chaiyya
4) Shakalaka Baby
5) Muqabala


--Nitin

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, mohammed sajin  wrote:
>
> 
> 
>  I think 'JAI HO' is also in the rally.
> 
> 
> 
> 
>  
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> From: raj 
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Sun, October 11, 2009 5:36:55 AM
> Subject: [arr] Re: Is Chaiya Chaiya ARR's greatest hit so far?
> 
>   
> 
> Gomzy will agree :)
> 
> Wont that be Roja( chotti si asha)
> 
> I guess it shd be between Roja and Dilse.
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, "ichord"  wrote:
> >
> > ARR's had a lot of songs that became rages throughout India, but do you 
> > think it's safe to say that Chaiya Chaiya is ARR's biggest all time hit 
> > thus far, both North and South?
> >
>

Re: [arr] Re: Right to opinion - do you think these songs lack soul?

2009-10-12 Thread Gayathri Chandrakasan

Dinesh, I understand your point as I too grew up listening to ARR's songs all 
my life. Without meaning to sound disrespectful to MDs like Ilayaraja, 
Jatin-Lalit and others, I wish to state that I never had much interest in 
Indian music before Roja. I found that most of the tunes to be repetitive, 
predictable and at most times distasteful (at least to me). And the only time I 
actually listen to these songs was when they are played in the movie. So much 
so, that the thought of purchasing the audio cassette never occured in my mind.

And then, Roja came. It swept me like a fresh breath of air. The blissful 
Chinna Chinna Aasai still gives me goosebumps today! Movies like Gentleman, 
Puthiya Mukham, Thiruda Thiruda, Duet followed suit and by then, I was hooked 
to ARR's music. The first cassette that I bought in my life was ARR's 
Gentleman. (I actually saved my allowance money for months to purchase the 
cassette). The first cd that I bought was ARR's Minsara Kanavu. In short, it's 
safe to say that my life revolved around ARR's music. I grew up with them...I 
grew up in them.

Therefore, it came as no surprise to me that he went on to make major changes 
to his music. Why should I? The revolution he made was the sole reason that 
generated me to listen to Tamil music in the first place. Thus, I'm proud to 
say that I love Guru, Rang De Basanthi, and Blue as much as I love Roja, 
Gentleman and Puthiya Mukham. I would go on to say that the new genre he 
creates, the new tunes he invents is as priceless as any of his previous 
compositions.

And that is the reason why I beg to differ with Sriram's and your opinion. When 
you say (and I quote) "And i too truly believe the lack usage of carnatic 
raagam is the sole
fact of his lack of soulfulness albums nowadays", naturally, it would irk some 
members' feelings. You have rights to your own opinion of course, nevertheless, 
stating your opinion as a fact is totally uncalled-for.

I agree when some say ARR has reduced the usage of carnatic music in his recent 
songs. But to quote that as the reason for the lack of soulfulness in his 
recent albums is definitely debatable. To begin with, carnatic music is not the 
only genre in Indian music. History states that carnatic is the sub-genre of 
Indian classical music. The other being Hindustani music, which have also 
played a major role in all indian music (and I truly believe that Tamil films 
are no exception to them either). Therefore the limitation of a particular 
genre of music will definitely not be a reason for lack of any soulfulness in 
any music, let alone ARR's.

In your previous mail, you mentioned about a gentleman who is well versed in
carnatic music. Your mail suggested that you agree with his view that the lack 
of carnatic music is the reason why many feel that ARR has lost his touch, and 
that's the sole fact. 

Allow me to pose a question. Do you know what raga was used to compose En Veetu 
Thothatil from Gentleman, or Ennavale from Kadhalan? 

Truthfully, I didn't know that pure carnatic music were used to compose these 
masterpieces. To me, they were film songs and more accurately, ARR's songs. I 
never bothered to analyse the genre of the songs...not back then and not even 
now. And I believe many don't analyse them either. They simply enjoy the songs 
for the way it has been created. 

The same goes for Rehnuma in Blue. I love this song...I've been hearing them 
for the umpteenth time now. What genre of music does this song generate from? 
Again, I have no clue. I just love it for the way it has been presented. 

And to think about it, does Rehnuma which seemingly a western song lack the 
soul of Ennavale, a classical based song? In my opinion, they don't. If 
Ennavale was composed today, using western music and western instruments, I 
believe it would still be soulful. Because soul doesn't lie in a particular 
system of music...it lies in the way the song is presented.

People who are inclined towards carnatic music might find songs like Fiqrana 
and Rehnuma as "soul-less". Likewise, those who love western music might find 
songs like Sowkiyama from Sangamam a-little-too-hard-to-digest. But ARR's music 
was never catered to fulfil a certain section's need. The beauty of his music 
is that he never left any stones untouched. There's always something for 
everyone. That is why he, a Tamilian, could create a storm in the Bollywood, a 
territory where many south musicians wanted to venture but failed. And that is 
again why he managed to storm into Hollywood and succeed there as well. 

I don't want to tell your good gentleman friend to listen to Rehnuma before 
deciding on the "lack of soul" topic. In all probabilites, his love for ARR's 
carnatic touch is what preventing him from finding other genres as soul-less. 
But growing up with ARR's music, my only  wish is that ARR doesn't limit 
himself to a particular system of music. I don't ever want to state that I love 
ARR's music because he

Re: [arr] Chinna Chinna Asai sang by my sister

2009-10-12 Thread Guruji

Sandeep Ur sister has gotta very melodies voice and the pitching was so good.I 
think she must be à very good singer and it would be too. Congratz kaveri Ur 
singing is so good. All THE sangathies were there very good keep it up.  From 
Umesh 

Verstuurd vanaf mijn iPhone

Op 11 okt 2009 om 06:53 heeft sandeep tr  het volgende 
geschreven:\

[Attachment(s) from sandeep tr included below] 

Hey folks, attached is a mp3 version of the chinna chinna aasai song sang by my 
sister, Kaveri. It is recorded at home and has good quality (listen in a good 
headset if possible!!)

Youtube  Video Version (not a great audio) : 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0W785mh7jk&feature=related

Let me know your comments!

Thanks,
Sandeep

Other non-ARR Songs
Kangal Irandal
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTO6Ga7d60M&feature=related
Kolakuzhal (malayalam)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXdTEY39Clc&feature=related




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[arr] Couples Retreat' No. 1 at box office

2009-10-12 Thread $ Pavan Kumar $


"Despite almost universally bad reviews,
“Couples Retreat,” the new romantic comedy staring Vince Vaughn and Jon
Favreau, directed by their pal Peter Billingsley, was the number-one
movie at the box office this weekend, earning about $35 million"


http://www.boston.com/ae/celebrity/articles/2009/10/12/couples_retreat_tops_the_weekend_box_office/

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=avRE2JIT70K4

http://www.stltoday.com/blogzone/joes-movie-lounge/joes-movie-lounge/2009/10/touchy-feely-couples-retreat-takes-box-office-crown/

[arr] Box office - Couples retreat Exceeds expectation

2009-10-12 Thread Pradeepan R

http://www.imdb.com/news/ni1069170/

-- 
Cheers,
Pradeepan.

"All you need to do is, decide what to do with the time that is given to you
!"

Re: [arr] Right to opinion.

2009-10-12 Thread Tamiliniyan

http://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/index.aspx?page=article§id=56&contentid=2009101120091011000754187481e865d§xslt=
A R Rahman’s first post-Slumdog project, Couples Retreat, is a complete waste 
of his talent; the music is deep in the background and does nothing to enhance 
the film


Why did Rahman take three months, composing sounds which hardly matter in the 
film? Why did the producers hire him from the pool of composers in Hollywood? 
Was Rahman supposed to add prestige to what was perceived as a weak project? 
And why did Rahman accept this film as his first post-Oscars project? Was it 
just for money? And is money that important for Rahman at this stage in his 
life and career? 

These are questions that all of his fans should be asking.

--- On Sat, 10/10/09, jemsheed  wrote:

From: jemsheed 
Subject: Re: [arr] Right to opinion.
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009, 5:35 PM












 
 





  i remember an interview by ARR, he said the same he feels 
that his music sounds repetitive.
We had thread here about that.
Its right at least if you take the albums together Yuvraj/JTYJ/ Ghajini .
Thanks for Jodha Akbar and Delhi-6.

I know its too much but i am waiting for a Hollywood output like 'Finding 
Neverland' from ARR. 
Its my wish. :)
--- On Sat, 10/10/09, Farzad Khaleel  wrote:

From: Farzad Khaleel 
Subject: Re: [arr] Right to opinion.
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Date: Saturday, 10 October, 2009, 5:58 PM






 


  >> Personally what i felt is nowadays ARR's song became too 
predictable hence feels repetitive.Personal ly i found the 'Sajana' song from 
CR in most of the parts sounds cliche. Missing the haunting interludes, more 
hip hop styled ,no orchestration at all, easy to sing

Agreed with you Jemsheed. I still remember those old days when people never 
used to attempt ARR songs in stage shows as they know that it would be a 
complete mess and its not that easy to sing. But nowadays some songs can be 
easily hummed by anyone. But it doesn't mean that ARR has ran out of his 
standards.

I strongly feel that earlier we had less means to hear music. A song can be 
heard only once from home a day. Because we will be busy with our works and we 
cannot carry our tape recorder everywhere. So it gained soul and lasted long.

But when Ipods. Mobiles, Car stereos and various other means came in, we are 
listening ARR songs everywhere. When we travel in Cars, songs are played in car 
stereos, when we work Ipods are beside. So definitely when we are repetitively 
playing some songs in loop. It sounds repetitive and we will definitely skip 
the albums so fast, and wait for the next one to release. We cannot complain us 
or ARR regarding this matter. Because as a human being like us, he doesn't know 
how to satisfy different music listeners of different taste.




On Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 6:09 AM, jemsheed  wrote:













 





  

Just see the thread 'Listen to Raavan's song by Aishwarya Rai'
somebody tagged  a song as 'AR's'. Some of the guys started review it ,they 
liked it..comments says nice and simple work from ARR.


Just tag anything 'ARR', sell it here..

and the point,



"Had one valid point from a member saying that probably lesser usage of
carnatic raagas might be the reason. Reasonings like those will be an
eye-opener and will help in identifying the reason." is a valid one..that need 
a discussion.

Personally what i felt is nowadays ARR's song became too predictable hence 
feels repetitive.Personal ly i found the 'Sajana' song from CR in most of the 
parts sounds cliche.


Missing the haunting interludes, more hip hop styled ,no orchestration at all, 
easy to sing(may be no use of ragas or simple use of ragas).
But all the songs are listenable but not having that much life.

Let us have an healthy discussion.


--- On Fri, 9/10/09, sriramvr_in  wrote:


From: sriramvr_in 

Subject: [arr] Right to opinion.
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com

Date: Friday, 9 October, 2009, 11:25 PM






 


  Each member has a right to his opinion. I have been silently 
listening to the comments made about me reg. criticism of album Blue "lacking 
soul". I Stand by the fact anytime, anyday.. Unfortunately there isn't anything 
which I can take as constructive from those criticisms! Wish them luck and 
prosperity throughout their life.



Gopal, This group used to be a great forum previously but the fact that many 
new people are fearing to accept any criticism these days! ARR fans have the 
right to criticise ARR. Right to constructive criticism will be only a healthy 
leading indicator and which will be wholeheartedly welcomed by the Master 
himself. But unfortunately there aren't too many members who like constructive 
criticisms these years.



Had one valid point from a member saying that probably lesser usage of carnatic 
raagas might be th

Re: [arr] Re: Why Ismail Darbar dislikes A.R.Rahman.. Truth is out!

2009-10-12 Thread V S Rawat

Rangeela was released in 1995, while hum dil de chuke sanam got released in 
1999.

So, Ramu, when he had liked ID's compositions so much in 1994 could have taken 
him as MD in one or more films in these 4-5 years, as he is making a lot of 
movies and the target of his company is to release a new movie every Friday.

If Ramu didn't think of taking ID as MD in 4-5 years, there ought to be more to 
this story than he is willing to share with us, primarily intended to present 
himself in a good light or at least in compulsion of circumstances.

So, let's take all these comments in lighter vain and not form strong opinions 
about someone. ID is promising, sad that he hotheadedness is pulling him down.

--
Rawat


On 10/11/2009 4:25 AM India Time, _Rivjot_ wrote:

> Good to know this. If somebody else is chosen over you (as judge feels that 
> he is better than you or can be better at this specific task), one should not 
> have hard feelings (especially for years.. which turns into anger) as it 
> works against you. 
> 
> Ramu's blog posts are always interesting to read. 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Din, D, Nesh"  
> wrote:
>> RGV blogs on what happened.. apparently, this is why Ismail has been 
>> really harsh to ARR
>>
>>
>> DUSTBIN FORTUNES
>> Both "Drohi" and the song bombed but because of that association my 
>> relationship with that lyric writer continued and whenever I was in Mumbai, 
>> me, the violin player and the lyric writer used to meet up once in a while 
>> and at that time I was just beginning to work on the idea of "Rangeela". 
>> When I mentioned the story to both of them, they got very excited and the 
>> violin player composed a tune for which the lyric writer wrote a song. I was 
>> very impressed with both and committed to both of them that they will be 
>> doing the music for "Rangeela". They were thrilled to bits.
>>
>> A few days later Maniratnam made me hear the songs of "Roja" at his home on 
>> Chennai and I was simply blown away with the orchestral brilliance of 
>> A.R.Rahman. I got too greedy and at any cost wanted to get that sound in my 
>> film and went back on my commitment to the violin player and signed Rahman 
>> instead, which understandingly left the violin player in a very angry and a 
>> heartbroken state. The lyric writer pleaded with me not to do that to his 
>> friend and I said it is just a professional decision in the best interest of 
>> the film.
>>
>> I spoke to Rahman about the lyric writer and told him that his first song 
>> didn't work but I do believe that he is very good. Rahman said, "If he is 
>> good enough for you he is good enough for me".
>>
>> Thus that lyric writer named Mehboob came into "Rangeela" minus the violin 
>> player and the first song he wrote was "Tanha Tanha". I played that song to 
>> Maniratnam and he was mighty impressed with the fact that he hasn't heard a 
>> song since a long time which didn't have the words dil, deewana and sanam 
>> and signed on Mehboob for "Bombay".
>>
>> With the super success of both "Bombay" and "Rangeela" Mehboob got a very 
>> big name and credibility and using that he recommended his closest friend 
>> the violin player to Sanjay Leela Bhansali who was looking for a new music 
>> director for "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" and thus was born Ismail Darbar.
>>
>> After the tremendous musical success of "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" which also 
>> timed with a couple of Rahman albums not doing well including my own "Daud" 
>> Ismail Darbar was the new musical genius on the block. I called Ismail 
>> Darbar up to congratulate him and he didn't pick up my calls.
>>
>> Later on Ismail gave an interview where he said that now that he is a 
>> success, everybody is calling him including Ramgopal Varma. That was 
>> obviously his revenge on the heartache I gave him by dumping him from 
>> "Rangeela".
>>
>> http://rgvzoomin.com/2009/10/07/dustbin-fortunes/

[arr] Jai Ho ! concert, Chennai 11th Oct 2009

2009-10-12 Thread ignitedindian

Hey ppl.. List of songs sung at arr concert on 11th october, 2009 @ chennai 
...jaage hain, khalbali, athiradeee kaaran , kadhal rojave, delhi6 theme ,jiya 
se jiye(prabhu n i fell down while huggin :D ), oru koodai sunlite, liquid 
dance, chandralekha( had some rap bits) , ringa ringa (the singer was tooo 
hot :P), fiqrana(sung by arr :) ),dil se re , jashn e bahara, snegithane(hindi 
+ tamil + telugu) , mausam and escape instrumental (wowowowowow !!! ) , kahin 
toh  , tamizha tamizha, uyire uyire (bombay), kabhi kabhi ( by some new 
guitarist from london), rehna tu ( arr explained wats the theme - acceptance - 
we gotta accept ppl as they are n live happlily, wit love :) ) , chaiya chaiya, 
taxi taxi(blaaze was AWESOME . . . crowd was MAD!!), maiya maiya (with a 
devilish touch ;) ) , azeem oh shah - slowly travelled to - veerapandi - 
awesome transition !!! , sivamani drums - feast !! ,khwaja n arziyan ( arr in 
islamic costume, with harmonium), kannanlene (bombay) (chitra !! + ARR dong the 
hindustani part) , jiya jale / nenjinile (in telugu !! dunno y he chose that 
lang), hariharan n arr tried some "sing with me" stuff, n hariharan started 
with ay hairathe ashiqui, aye bachoo( she said AYE, we said BACHHOO ;) 
),mustafa mustafa ( feelings feelings - final year of coll ) (few little "light 
balloons" flew), blaaze back with "humma humma rap" b4 rahman took over , the 
most expected "jai ho" and an unbeilvable transition to  vande mataram.. 
fireworks all around... for some 15 mins !! had our diwali rite here :) :) in 
the end, this gr8 guy comes on stage, n tells " we could hv made a few 
mistakes, but u wouldnt have noticed it, ll try to do it better the next time" 
WAT !! so humble !!! so down to earth???!! n finally says us to have a safe 
ride home - hw sweet :) :)

[arr] How was the Chennai concert???

2009-10-12 Thread myown_niche

Please share :)

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*
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[arr] Rahman charms crowd with melodies

2009-10-12 Thread Bivin Chandra

Bottles, chairs, palms and even shoes... everything carried a musical 
connotation on Sunday evening when all roads led to Mahabalipuram for one of 
its largest and passion-driven music performances, A.R. Rahman’s first-ever in 
Chennai after his Oscar win, at Marg Swarnabhoomi near Kalpakkam on Sunday and 
for a cause.The event, billed as a crowd-puller, drew thousands of Rahman’s 
fans and pulsated to the Oscar-winner’s music.Before Rahman hit the stage on 
the overfed grounds, the crowd rehearsed their jig to gyrate to his music.As 
the performer made a dramatic entry by appearing from a glittery box, the 
audience pumped their fists into the air and the excitement was more than 
palpable.‘Kalpali,’ a song from Rang De Basanti served as a laidback starter. 
He went on with a a couple of hits from Shivaji and clearly it seemed to be the 
wisest choice.Bollywood buffs were treated lavishly by singers Hariharan, 
Sadhana Sargam and Benny Dayal.After
 rocking fast numbers, a series of melody, rock and crossover hits followed. As 
the evening grew thicker, raucousness was clearly in the air. When Rahman sung 
the ‘Adhiradhi dhan’ from Shivaji, the crowd’s cheers nearly drowned his voice 
out.Tamil songs were clearly the winners of the evening. Yet, it was Hindi 
melodies that carried the emotional resonance. With an apparent relish, Rahman 
led the way for many others singers who belted his all-time hits.The troupes 
swayed the crowd with melodies but later switched gears to alternate between 
racy numbers and evergreen hits. Both had equal takers. Guys and girls tapped 
their foot in sync for the music on stage.Rahman’s characteristic way of 
acknowledging the frenzied crowd with an unruffled nod was enough to crank up 
the volume of his fans’ vocal chords. He strutted around the stage very 
little.An intense performer, Rahman showed no signs of weariness and his smile 
stuck to him till he rounded off
 the 
show.http://beta.thehindu.com/news/cities/Chennai/article32549.ece?homepage=true

Re: [arr] Re: Just watched Couples Retreat!

2009-10-12 Thread Pradeepan R

if anyone expects Hollywood movies to have 5 or 6 songs and dance numbers to
ARR's music, then they r going to be disappointed. Even Jai Ho was a great
piece of fortune.
That does NOT mean ARR should not do Hollywood movies... the Reqmt is
different. and its a completely different world.
Some of the greatest Composers have been doing only Soundtracks for movies
(Ennio Morricone, Jerry Goldsmith, John Williams)
Their songs r not going to be heard by the masses or on the clubs.. but I
want ARR to show the world he is as good as them because he IS.
To get into the mainstream US public, then the way to go is pop albums.
Even there, most of the female singers get the lime light rather than the
composer..

On Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 2:23 AM, sahilthaker22 wrote:

>
>
> Also just saw the movie.
> I am pretty disappointed that ARR did this movie. The music has been
> totally suppressed..n ot like bollywood films where music plays a big role
> in the story. Makes me question whether its worth for ARR to take hollywood
> projects with directors who won't do justice to his music.
> Unfortunate..
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "kaissiom"  wrote:
> >
> > So, I went to the local theatres at the earliest convenience to catch
> this flick.
> >
> > The movie: It's okay, I had a few good laughs, but nothing great. The
> content is for mature audience really. I'm surprised this movie is PG-13, it
> should really be R.
> >
> > The music: Well, given that this is a comedy movie, the music should not
> be taken too seriously. Music in these comedy movies just plays in the
> background, without getting too involved in the movie. And that is exactly
> the treatment it's received here. Although, Rahman's tracks have been used
> throughout the movie, the movie contains various other tracks not featured
> on the Soundtrack.
> >
> > The good:
> > -Rahman's first Hollywood venture :)
> > -Music used at some prominent places
> >
> > The bad:
> > -Rahman's music is not the only music in the movie
> > -Movie doesn't start with Rahman's music
> > -Sajna, the song, is not featured in the movie, although, the theme can
> be heard
> > -Kurukuru is not featured in the movie, bits can be heard here and there
> > -Nana is featured in the movie, and also for the end credits
> >
> > Sure, from above, you can see that there's more bad than good, but I'm
> not disappointed. I'm glad I'm finally able to walk into any records store
> here in LA and pick up a soundtrack by Rahman and that I can hear Rahman's
> music in a Hollywood movie.
> >
> > Looking forward to more Hollywood ventures and some amazing soundtracks
> by Rahman in the future!
> >
> > Regards,
> > Wasim
> >
>
>  
>



-- 
Cheers,
Pradeepan.

"All you need to do is, decide what to do with the time that is given to you
!"

Re: [arr] One Drop- Vellai Pokkal - ARR - Video

2009-10-12 Thread manisha madhavan

Here is the HQ video!:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCMGOgrJPqk

From: mohammed sajin 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, October 11, 2009 5:02:14 AM
Subject: Re: [arr] One Drop- Vellai Pokkal - ARR - Video

 WOW gr8 video... . coool AR!!!

Thanks to both Manisha for uploading  and  Raijen for sharing.
Guys plz let us know when HQ video is available.

From: RaijenB 
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Sent: Sun, October 11, 2009 7:22:36 AM
Subject: [arr] One Drop- Vellai Pokkal - ARR - Video

Vellai Pookal- AR Rahman (Poetic Social Mission) Videohttp://www.youtube. 
com/watch? v=lsKmpCjGEQ4

Regardss..

Raijen Billvamangal 

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Re: [arr] Chinna Chinna Asai sang by my sister

2009-10-12 Thread sandeep tr

mp3 uploaded to 
http://www.mediafire.com/?sharekey=efd9abd851ea7deee7ba8e3c6e11ce20be1de13b5504e4c6759e682a8cd2154a

Thanks,Sandeep
--- On Sun, 10/11/09, sandeep tr  wrote:

From: sandeep tr 
Subject: [arr] Chinna Chinna Asai sang by my sister [1 Attachment]
To: "arr" 
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2009, 10:23 AM

[Attachment(s) from sandeep tr included below]

Hey folks, attached is a mp3 version of the chinna chinna aasai 
song sang by my sister, Kaveri. It is recorded at home and has good quality 
(listen in a good headset if possible!!)
Youtube  Video Version (not a great audio) : http://www.youtube. com/watch? 
v=e0W785mh7jk&feature=related
Let me know your comments!
Thanks,Sandeep
Other non-ARR SongsKangal Irandalhttp://www.youtube. com/watch? 
v=rTO6Ga7d60M&feature=relatedKolakuzhal (malayalam)http://www.youtube. 
com/watch? v=TXdTEY39Clc&feature=related

[arr] Watched CR..both happy and a bit sad at the same time

2009-10-12 Thread coolwiz80

Ok first the good...I'm really really glad that the movie brought in lot of 
laughs, unlike several bad reviews by critics. People luved it, atleast in the 
theater i was watching. Box office results also show a positive sign. It'll 
prove to be an easy hit, which was what I wanted from this movie. The 
background music was adequate, but it didn't make much expected impact as in 
SdM. Folks luved Nana song. Animal spirits was a perfect ending piece. El 
Salvadore opened many eyebrows, but I guess it was largely due to the 6 packed 
yoga master. Tour De villas also gave a grand backing music for the Eden 
resort, something like Jurassic Park theme. The Undress music piece was 
interestingly funny. I'm sure any other music director would have just come up 
with some funny sounds to fill in the scene while our Boss managed to give an 
Indian touch which doesnt sound funny when you listen at first, but onscreen 
its hilarious. Great work !!

Now for the bad..Kuru Kuru song comes twice, first for a funny scene which 
unfortunately lasted for very less time and second for a biking scene. I 
couldn't hear Rahman's voice at all in the song. It should have been put at 
several places I thought. Sajna song comes in end credits, for which I stayed 
and enjoyed, but more than half the theater missed it. Some scenes didn't have 
music at all and I felt may be ARR could have put something there, jus my 
thoughts. 

the end result - ARR will most certainly have his first hit in his first 
Hollywood production, but would not get an Oscar, and I wasn't expecting that 
anyways. I mean come on guyz its a comedy movie, and its not supposed to be 
taken seriously. I think Rahman just wanted to go full on fun mode and hav a 
blast with this movie. Contrary to many I thought the choice of a Vince Vaughn 
movie was a smart idea as there's a large section of people in US who like his 
movies and so many will atleast get to know ARR this way. Agreed that 
internationally this movie wouldn't be recognized so much as SdM, but 
nevertheless its a good first feather in his Hollywood Cap. 

Sirish

[arr] MAKING OF ONE DROP:VELLAI POOKAL

2009-10-12 Thread Nith

Hi friendsHere the MAKING video of Vellai Pookal : One drop
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hX8p01PAIfU

Re: [arr] Re: CD Cover - Couples Retreat

2009-10-12 Thread Pradeepan R

Maybe amazon thought I'm special & delivered to me soon :)

On Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 6:44 PM, Rivjot  wrote:

>
>
> Nice! Got it from Amazon or available at your stores now? My order is still
> in progress on amazon.. seems like it will be delivered only after 13th now
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Pradeepan R  wrote:
> >
> > Not the best quality Pics...
> > ARR's msg is nice:
> >
> > --
> > Cheers,
> > Pradeepan.
> >
> > "All you need to do is, decide what to do with the time that is given to
> you
> > !"
> >
>
>  
>



-- 
Cheers,
Pradeepan.

"All you need to do is, decide what to do with the time that is given to you
!"

[arr] Silent invocation-my experience.

2009-10-12 Thread aneesh ani

I lost my intimate friend rajeev in an accident frm banglore last year.when 
ever i hear silent invocation automatically i just cant raise my finger or 
tongue,even this silent invocation makes me cry,nw i thnk rahmansir may have 
made this song thinking h.sridhar sir.any body have this same feeling


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Re: [arr] Song Recommended Highly!!!! (non ARR)

2009-10-12 Thread vedavid manick

Brilliant song...totally agree with you about being music lovers first! Know 
that you have shared other non arr artists before, can you keep doing this 
please? Thanks.

--- On Sat, 10/10/09, ichord  wrote:

From: ichord 
Subject: [arr] Song Recommended Highly (non ARR)
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009, 9:19 PM

Forgive this non ARR post, but I just revisited one of my favorite songs in 
recent years. It's from a private album called "Sona" sung by Sona Mohapatra 
released in 2006. The song is called "Kabhi Nahin Aana" It's truly a melodic 
gem, but the guitar interludes and the soft minimalistic instrumental treatment 
remind of an ARR style composition. Notice how the instrumentation builds up as 
the song goes on.just like how ARR would do it. Music is by Ram 
Sampathhe really did a great job here. The lyrics are absolutely beautiful 
and she has sung it with so much feeling. To me, this is the only truly great 
song in that album. 

Here is a video of that song:

http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=qP2mEIgOqTU& feature=related

Song sounds even better in higher quality kbps.

Again, even though this is a non ARR post, I thought that since we are all 
music lovers first, I wanted to share this. Many of you may have already heard 
this song or own this album.

I wish ARR would hear this song.maybe he has. I know 100% sure he would 
absolutely love this track.

Re: [arr] Right to opinion.

Rivjot,

I didn't include Blue because having it in my list wouldn't strengthen my 
argument since this guy has written Blue off already.  I love Blue's 
music.can't get away from it and I think Bhoola Tujhe is very soulful.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Rivjot"  wrote:
>
> Very well said Roshan, I was writing something similar then read this.
> 
> @ chord - You didnt include a single song from Blue in that list, which I 
> guess speaks for a lot of things. 
> 
> @sriramvr_in - You are right, everyone should have right to express his/her 
> opinion and nobody should try to force his/her opinion on others (as it just 
> doesnt work). 
> But you changed your statement mate! Now you saying that Blue album (only) 
> lacks souls and earlier you were saying Blue AND RECENT ALBUMS (recent albums 
> were Delhi 6, Yuvvraaj, Slumdog) lack soul.. so there is a HUGE difference. 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Roshan  wrote:
> >
> > Sriram,
> > 
> > Your intentions may have been good. but I wouldn't classify saying "recent
> > albums of AR Rahman lacking soul" as a constructive criticism.  it merely
> > says that you didn't like the recent albums while the entire nation has been
> > loving these soul-less songs.
> > 
> > Criticism is welcomed by everyone. but you have to choose words carefully
> > when doing that. these albums you said are lacking soul, happened to have
> > some of the greatest songs. how can you say that Masakali, Dil Gira Daftan,
> > Ishq Ada Hai, Meharbaan, Hawa Sun Hawa, songs of Jodha Akhabr and many, many
> > more gems like these are soul-less ?
> > 
> > you can say that you didn't like them, but then again, if you didn't like
> > them, just simply skip it.  You don't have to force yourself to listen to
> > something and then complain about it.
> > 
> > Here is a sample of constructive criticism if you would like
> > 
> > I didn't like Ae Bachoo from Gajini, because I thought the song was trying
> > hard to be a hard-rock kind of song but the tune didn't fit quiet well for
> > that format.  I also think that the guitar solo could have been a bit more
> > long and melodious.
> > 
> > But, I do love Behka. the tune was simple, even I could sing along with it..
> > and when the Saxophone kicked in, I was like.. WOW
> > 
> > 
> > But imagine what would happen is I said Ghajini album is soul-less. I cannot
> > do that. Because there is one gem of a song in it. I skip songs I didn't
> > like, i listen to the song I love.
> > 
> > Gopal, This group used to be a great forum previously but the fact that many
> > new people are fearing to accept any criticism these days!
> > 
> > 
> > Here again, don't classify people as old members and new members. it implies
> > that the group used to be great once but the new members ruined it.
> > 
> > Try to get along with us new members :)  and you will see that we are no
> > different than you old pals
> > 
> > cheers
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > On Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 11:25 PM, sriramvr_in  wrote:
> > 
> > >
> > >
> > > Each member has a right to his opinion. I have been silently listening to
> > > the comments made about me reg. criticism of album Blue "lacking soul". I
> > > Stand by the fact anytime, anyday. Unfortunately there isn't anything 
> > > which
> > > I can take as constructive from those criticisms! Wish them luck and
> > > prosperity throughout their life.
> > >
> > > Gopal, This group used to be a great forum previously but the fact that
> > > many new people are fearing to accept any criticism these days! ARR fans
> > > have the right to criticise ARR. Right to constructive criticism will be
> > > only a healthy leading indicator and which will be wholeheartedly welcomed
> > > by the Master himself. But unfortunately there aren't too many members who
> > > like constructive criticisms these years.
> > >
> > > Had one valid point from a member saying that probably lesser usage of
> > > carnatic raagas might be the reason. Reasonings like those will be an
> > > eye-opener and will help in identifying the reason.
> > >
> > > What justification to be given when it simply lacks "soul"?
> > >
> > > V R Sriram
> > >
> > >  
> > >
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > -- 
> > ---
> > http://ramblingsoul.com
> > http://2ic.in
> >
>

Re: [arr] Song Recommended Highly!!!! (non ARR)

2009-10-12 Thread || V i s h w e s h ||

Wow, Chord bro!! That's one of my favorites too, amazing amazing song... I 
really loved her unconventional voice...

I also love the other one Aaja Ve... especially the ending... those sargams are 
just magical... what a rocking song with equally rocking video... watching 
those little kids dancing the way they are, is just pure joy... :-)


 
" The search is more important than the destination "
- a r rahman -





From: ichord 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, 11 October, 2009 6:49:07 AM
Subject: [arr] Song Recommended Highly (non ARR)

  
Forgive this non ARR post, but I just revisited one of my favorite songs in 
recent years.  It's from a private album called "Sona" sung by Sona Mohapatra 
released in 2006.  The song is called "Kabhi Nahin Aana"  It's truly a melodic 
gem, but the guitar interludes and the soft minimalistic instrumental treatment 
remind of an ARR style composition.  Notice how the instrumentation builds up 
as the song goes on.just like how ARR would do it.  Music is by Ram 
Sampathhe really did a great job here.  The lyrics are absolutely beautiful 
and she has sung it with so much feeling.  To me, this is the only truly great 
song in that album. 

Here is a video of that song:

http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=qP2mEIgOqTU& feature=related

Song sounds even better in higher quality kbps.

Again, even though this is a non ARR post, I thought that since we are all 
music lovers first, I wanted to share this.  Many of you may have already heard 
this song or own this album.

I wish ARR would hear this song.maybe he has.  I know 100% sure he would 
absolutely love this track.


   


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[arr] Re: Jai Ho is : Is Chaiya Chaiya ARR's greatest hit so far?

2009-10-12 Thread raj

WB,

JAi ho came to my mind..but discussion is abt north and south india..

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "wiredbeats ."  wrote:
>
> 
> How can you guys forget  Jai Ho. Jai jo is his greatest hit so far...
> 
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> From: dorai...@...
> Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2009 06:41:20 +0100
> Subject: Re: [arr] Re: Is Chaiya Chaiya ARR's greatest hit so far?
> 
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>   Muqabala is like 100 mts race. Couldnt sustain its effect. 
> Chaiyya chaiyya wins hands down. I dont feel even ARR will be able to be a 
> part of something like that again. It was team work at its best. 
> Mani's idea, Santosh Shivan's photography, Farah's choreography, Mallaika's 
> oomph, SRK's energy, Sukhwinder's raw voice, Gulzar's lyrics and ARR's magic. 
> 
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> On Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 4:19 PM, Jahanzeb  wrote:
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>   i think it faces strong competition from Muqabla. i don't 
> know about India but in Pakistan it was an equivalent hit if not bigger. i 
> suppose it should beat Chaiya in India since it was originally in Tamil and 
> then dubbed in Hindi hence same level of hit in north and south. though I am 
> not sure how Tamil version of Chaiya was received.
> 
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> 
> Jahanzeb
> 
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> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "ichord"  wrote:
> 
> >
> 
> > ARR's had a lot of songs that became rages throughout India, but do you 
> > think it's safe to say that Chaiya Chaiya is ARR's biggest all time hit 
> > thus far, both North and South?
> 
> >
>

Re: [arr] (unknown)

2009-10-12 Thread Vaizu Rahman

WELCOM SONU.  NICE TO MEET IN RAHMAN FAN GROUP.

On Sat, Oct 10, 2009 at 9:04 PM, Mitu Kitu  wrote:

> I AM SONU. 20 YEARS OLD. A R RAHMAN FAN. LIVING IN TRIVANDRUM.
>
> --
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> how.
>
> 
>

[arr] Re: Right to opinion - do you think these songs lack soul?

Well said.  I respect your opinion.  

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Din, D, Nesh"  wrote:
>
> Dear Chord, its very difficult to explain from my point of view. You see, i 
> have been an ARR fan ever since 4 y/o (the time Roja released) - apparently 
> which ever song i enjoyed back then, had music by ARR only, be it Duet, 
> Pudhiya Mugam, Thiruda Thiruda, Love Birds, Kadhalan, May Madham, etc etc. 
> :), i grw up listening to ARR's Tamil songs only. 
> 
> But became a true maniac from Kadhalar Dhinam. So this only means his 
> carnatic pattern is inside my blood. Though i enjoy allot the songs u 
> mentioned below, its been quite sometime i re-visited them (thanks for 
> reminding me though). My hands never fail to click on his Duet, Thiruda 
> Thiruda, Kadhalan, Iruvar, Indian, May Madham, Alaipayuthey etc etc folders 
> or Cds, but the list of songs u mentioned does slip off my mind nowadays. Not 
> saying its lacking soul, but just using that line as 1 of our member 
> mentioned it and in a way, it does apply to my kind of expectations from 
> boss. The current songs are extremely good, new in every aspects, which is 
> why many r appreciating ARR more, because of the innovative songs he 
> provides. His current songs have more complicated twist and what not. That i 
> agree. :)
> 
> But this does not mean i expect a Roja, Thiruda Thiruda album from him 
> anymore. Im quite contented with what he has done in 1990s. I can go on 
> listening it for the rest of my life, still studying those songs. :)
> 
> But its a hard fact that the lack of usage of carnatic these days in his 
> songs is why many fans r complaining the 'missing touch'. That is why i 
> posted it here, just to let some people know, and not a request for ARR to 
> compose songs the same style again. Please note that.
> 
> The day i found it out, asked that gentleman who is well versed in carnatic 
> music and referred back to my frens, and its a bullseye! Thats the sole fact. 
> Thats why i was actually expecting a more detailed information from Swaps, 
> who is a master of music here. But he must be busy.
> 
> ps : ill tell u a few songs that will make the whole list u gave collapse for 
> me :).
> 
> Anjali Anjali - Duet 
> Pennala Pennala - Uzhavan 
> Ennavale - Kadhalan
> 
> :) Subham. :)
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "ichord"  wrote:
> >
> > Hey Din,
> > 
> > You said, "the lack usage of carnatic raagam is the sole fact of his lack 
> > of soulfulness albums nowadays".  Now I will interpret that as you thinking 
> > that nothing that ARR has created recently has soul, am I correct?  If you 
> > miss Carnatic raagas, that I can understand, but please do check out the 
> > flute continuum raaga ending of Rehna Tu from D6 when you can.
> > 
> > I'm just curious here, but do you feel the following recent songs by ARR 
> > lack soul?
> > 
> > Starting from Guru:
> > Tere Bina
> > Aye Hairathe Aashiqui
> > Jaage Hain
> > Jashne Bahaar
> > Khwaja Mere Khwaja
> > Man Mohanna
> > In Lamhon Ke Daaman
> > Jashne Bahaar Instrumental
> > Khwaja Instrumental
> > Jaane Tu Mere Kya Tha (Sukhwinder version)
> > Meherbaan
> > Mile Wahaan Wahaan
> > Ishq Ada Hai (male and female)
> > Hawa Sun Hawa
> > Muskura
> > Tu Meri Dost
> > Zindagi
> > Dil Ka Rishta
> > Man Mohiney More
> > Kaise Mujhe
> > Kaise Mujhe Instrumental
> > Dil Gira Dafatan
> > Rehna Tu
> > Masakli
> > Marudhani
> > Arziyan
> > Man Chandre
> > Silent Invocations
> > Mosquito
> > Himalaya
> > Kural
> > Mylapore Blues
> > Dreams on Fire
> > Latika's Theme
> > Jason and Cynthia Suite
> > Intervention
> > Undress
> > Sajna
> > Kurukuru Kan
> > Salvadore
> > Waterfall
> > Animal Spirits
> > Jason and Cynthia Piano Theme
> > Arya
> > Atmosphere
> > Opening
> > Tango
> > Waltz
> > 
> > If you do think all of these songs lack soul, then I have very little more 
> > to comment.  Thanks.
> > 
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Din, D, Nesh"  wrote:
> > >
> > > Greetings sriram, ur post is absolutely true. I have been a member of 
> > > this group ever since 2001 , and back in those days, members who are 
> > > active were never harsh and rude towards the members as like nowadays. 
> > > Not willing to mention the names here. I have expressed about this here 
> > > few months back. Nowadays members can post without thinking whether is it 
> > > rude or not. They just easily call people names and throw rough words on 
> > > their own fellow brothers. Sarcasm is the popular attitude among the 
> > > members here nowadays. Shame on them!
> > > 
> > > About the criticism, yes, members nowdays r afraid to face any negatives 
> > > review towards ARR songs nowadays. If u say 1 negative word about the 
> > > songs, u will have to prepare to face all kinda 'colorful' criticism from 
> > > the people here. This behavior truly irks me.
> > > 
> > > And i too truly believe the lack usage of carnatic raagam is the sole 
> > > fact of his lack of soulfulness albums nowadays. I do ho

Re: [arr] Right to opinion.

Roshan, I completely agree with you!

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Roshan  wrote:
>
> I don't agree with you people at all.
> 
> Lack of orchestra and interludes ?
> 
> Guys, just remember this.. AR is composing for films, he is not making
> classical music. He picks the instruments based on what the requirement is
> for the movie. so, don't expect to have a full orchestra playing all the
> songs for a movie like Blue.  But still, listen to the tracks like Itinerary
> from CR, that Continium piece in Rehna Tu, the Flute interludes in Hawa Sun
> Hawa, the orchestral arrangements of Tu Muskura..  the Sax in Tu Bole...
> etc..
> 
> Come on.. two minutes of awesomeness in Rehna Tu,  the soulful tune and
> equally brilliant singing in Dil Gira Daftan,  if yall think that these
> songs sound too repetitive, i will probably go an check my ears. :)
> 
> I just don't get it when people complain about  ar loosing his touch or
> becoming repetitive. For me, I think rahman became more versatile now.  he
> has reached a stage now that he can decide not to have a indian style
> interlude for a song like Sajna.  there is absolutely no need for it.  it is
> a western song and you don;t get to hear much interludes in a R&B or Soul
> singing.  because, simply there is no need for it in that genre. "Less is
> More"
> 
> 
> And I think, all type of music, whether it is WEstern classical, Carnatic or
> Hindustani or japanese or chinese, have their own charm and beauty.  if a
> song doesn't have Carnatic Raga in it, it is not going to become soul-less.
> I am sure Western and Hindustani music can also bring soul to a song.
> 
> for anyone who has doubts, Listen to the track called "One man's dream" by
> Yanni
> 
> That's just my opinion
> 
> :)
>

[arr] Box office: Friday's numbers put 'Couples Retreat' in the number one spot

2009-10-12 Thread mohammed sajin

Box office: Friday's numbers put 'Couples Retreat' in the number one spot
by Nicole Sperling
Categories: Box Office, News
As expected, Couples Retreat dominated the box office Friday, pulling in an
estimated $12.3 million
for the day. The numbers portend good things to come this weekend for
this Vince Vaughn, Jon Favreau-starring comedy. At this rate, the film
should gross in the high $20 million range for the three-day frame.
Sony Pictures’ Zombieland and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs took the number
two and three spot with Friday’s grosses at $4.7 million and $3.1 million
respectively.
The big surprise of the weekend was the activity from Paramount’s uniquely
marketed Paranormal Activity,
which grossed an estimated $2.5 million for the day. The number is
astonishing considering the R-rated horror film only played in 158
theaters, putting its per-screen average at an unbelievable $15,975.
(As a comparison, Couples Retreat per-screen number is
$4,110.) Also, now that over 1 million people from around the country
have logged onto the website ParanormalMovie.com to request it play in
their town, the film will open nationwide beginning Friday, Oct. 16.
Quite impressive for a film that cost only $11,000 to produce.
Rounding out the Top 5 was Disney’s Toy Story/Toy Story 2 3-D experiment which
garnered an additional $2 million for the day. Check back here tomorrow for the
weekend’s Top 5.
http://hollywoodinsider.ew.com/2009/10/10/box-office-fridays-numbers-put-couples-retreat-in-the-number-one-spot/

[arr] Rahman under-used in flop film

2009-10-12 Thread mohammed sajin

Rahman under-used in flop film

Early this year, A R Rahman was discovered by
Hollywood and America. He may have worked in the Indian film industry
for nearly two decades, composing some of the most memorable songs of
our time. But it took one film - Danny Boyle’s Slumdog Millionaire for
him to gain fame in the West.

Now, after a couple of Oscars, a
Golden Globe, television appearances and several articles, Rahman has
bagged his first post-Slumdog project. Rahman has composed the
soundtrack for a new film Couples Retreat, written by Vince Vaughn and
Jon Favreau, the writing-acting team that brought us hit films like
Swingers, Iron Man, The Break Up and Wedding Crasher. Unfortunately,
Couples Retreat — the story of four couples on a peculiar, new age-like
retreat, trying to straighten out issues in their marriages — is a
dull, unimpressive film. The dialogues are boring and it is mostly not
funny.

A still from Couples Retreat. A R Rahman has composed
soundtrack for the movie
That is too bad because with a cast that it has,
Couples Retreat could have been a fun film for the fall season, just
before the studios start to burden us with a deluge of the Oscar
potential movies. Sometimes even films with a lot of promise do not
work out. We can search for answers, but there is no sense in it. The
film should do well in its opening weekend, the big name stars are a
draw, and then it will disappear fast from the theatres.

I went
for the press screening of Couples Retreat because of A R Rahman.
Having had a taste of his music in the US, from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s
Bombay Dreams, to slick stage shows and then hugging friends at a bar
near Times Square when his Oscar wins were announced in February, this
was the moment I was waiting for. This was going to be the
mainstreaming of the genius musician. He had worked on this project for
three months, first in London and then in Los Angeles.

I spent some time listening to the film’s soundtrack on its website. I knew
that this was not going to be an Indian soundtrack.

Rahman
recently told the Associated Press that after Slumdog Millionaire, he
has started getting work where he can set his own artistic terms.
“Since the Oscars and all the appreciation, people come for what I am,”
he said in the interview. Meanwhile, the online site OneIndia quoted
the composer as saying: “I’ve reached a stage where I’ve to do new
things. There’re so many avenues to be explored. So Couples Retreat
will be their (Hollywood) kind of music with my touch, done in my way.”

The
music, as we hear on the film’s website, is mixed with Caribbean sounds
(although most of the film is shot in the Pacific island Bora Bora),
but Rahman also uses some Indian touches, a few instruments and voices,
including that of Kailash Kher.

The movie was unimaginative,
but Rahman has often done great work for films that are flat out bad.
If nothing else, we could say that the songs were good. But while
watching Couples Retreat, I forgot about Rahman’s compositions. It is
so much in the background, that it is barely audible. His music does
nothing to enhance the situations in the film. It is a complete waste.

Last
year, Boyle told me that he admired the loud soaring sounds in
Bollywood movies. In Hollywood films, the music tends to be subtle and
quieter, he added. That does not help Rahman’s case in Couples Retreat,
where his talent is almost unrecognisable.

Why did Rahman take
three months, composing sounds which hardly matter in the film? Why did
the producers hire him from the pool of composers in Hollywood? Was
Rahman supposed to add prestige to what was perceived as a weak
project? And why did Rahman accept this film as his first post-Oscars
project? Was it just for money? And is money that important for Rahman
at this stage in his life and career?

These are questions that all of his fans should be asking.

Aseem
Chhabra is a freelance writer based in New York who has previously
written for The New York Times, The Boston Globe, Philadelphia Inquirer
and Time Out, New York
http://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/index.aspx?page=article§id=56&contentid=2009101120091011000754187481e865d§xslt=

[arr] Re: Just watched Couples Retreat!

I agree with Pratap. it wont take long before big Hollywood projects which will 
have music as a great backbone in the film will fall into ARR's kitty.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, pratap  wrote:
>
> This just the 1st movie. Slowly he will go for better movies... Hopefully...
> 
> http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/ http://www.facebook.com/elensar5233
> 
> 
> --- On Sat, 10/10/09, sahilthaker22  wrote:
> 
> From: sahilthaker22 
> Subject: [arr] Re: Just watched Couples Retreat!
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009, 11:23 PM
> 
> 
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>  
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>   Also just saw the movie. 
> 
> I am pretty disappointed that ARR did this movie. The music has been totally 
> suppressed.. n ot like bollywood films where music plays a big role in the 
> story. Makes me question whether its worth for ARR to take hollywood projects 
> with directors who won't do justice to his music. 
> 
> Unfortunate. .
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, "kaissiom"  wrote:
> 
> >
> 
> > So, I went to the local theatres at the earliest convenience to catch this 
> > flick.
> 
> > 
> 
> > The movie: It's okay, I had a few good laughs, but nothing great.  The 
> > content is for mature audience really.  I'm surprised this movie is PG-13, 
> > it should really be R.
> 
> > 
> 
> > The music: Well, given that this is a comedy movie, the music should not be 
> > taken too seriously.  Music in these comedy movies just plays in the 
> > background, without getting too involved in the movie.  And that is exactly 
> > the treatment it's received here.  Although, Rahman's tracks have been used 
> > throughout the movie, the movie contains various other tracks not featured 
> > on the Soundtrack.
> 
> > 
> 
> > The good:
> 
> > -Rahman's first Hollywood venture :)
> 
> > -Music used at some prominent places
> 
> > 
> 
> > The bad:
> 
> > -Rahman's music is not the only music in the movie
> 
> > -Movie doesn't start with Rahman's music
> 
> > -Sajna, the song, is not featured in the movie, although, the theme can be 
> > heard
> 
> > -Kurukuru is not featured in the movie, bits can be heard here and there
> 
> > -Nana is featured in the movie, and also for the end credits
> 
> > 
> 
> > Sure, from above, you can see that there's more bad than good, but I'm not 
> > disappointed.  I'm glad I'm finally able to walk into any records store 
> > here in LA and pick up a soundtrack by Rahman and that I can hear Rahman's 
> > music in a Hollywood movie. 
> 
> > 
> 
> > Looking forward to more Hollywood ventures and some amazing soundtracks by 
> > Rahman in the future!
> 
> > 
> 
> > Regards,
> 
> > Wasim
> 
> >
>

[arr] Re: Is Chaiya Chaiya ARR's greatest hit so far?

I think yeah, because it fetched the overseas attention. But if we look within 
India, i seriously think Muqalla,Shakalakka Baby and Chinna Chinna Aasai is a 
very obvious trademark in ARR's career. All 3 songs were received so well that 
it was mentioned by Vairamuthu in a show that Chinna Chinna Aasai was the most 
heard song in Tamil Industry ever.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "light4_u"  wrote:
>
> Yes absolutely no doubt about it. Chaiya Chaiya is ARR's biggest all time 
> hit. The reaction I saw in public after Chaiya Chaiya for ARR I neveer saw 
> that again or before it. Even the guys who criticized ARR also started 
> praising him after Chaiya Chaiya.
> 
> I m not saying that Chaiya Chaiya is the best track of ARR till date, all I 
> ment is that Chaiya Chaiya is the biggest hit of ARR till now. N I wish from 
> the bottom of my heart that it dont remain the biggest all time hit of ARR 
> for ever, I wish ARR gives bigger hit songs than Chaiya Chaiya in his career. 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "ichord"  wrote:
> >
> > ARR's had a lot of songs that became rages throughout India, but do you 
> > think it's safe to say that Chaiya Chaiya is ARR's biggest all time hit 
> > thus far, both North and South?
> >
>

[arr] Re: Is Chaiya Chaiya ARR's greatest hit so far?

Yes, that album of Harris was dubbed in Tamil as well. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "raj"  wrote:
>
> /* its a pathbreaking rhythm which has not been repeated anywhere since 10 
> years.
> */
> 
> It dont know abt rhythm but the song itself  was ripped by Harris 
> Jeyaraj in Sainikudu ( Oru kalluge killa ). :(
> 
> Regards,
> S.V.Nagaraj
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "wiredbeats ."  wrote:
> >
> > 
> > its a pathbreaking rhythm which has not been repeated anywhere since 10 
> > years. The track is so fresh even now and it gave his career new wings. 
> > Bombay dreams happened and because of it more stuff happened. You can draw 
> > a line from the Oscars to chaiyya chaiyya easily.All major milestones in 
> > his career are connected and this track started it all..
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> > From: light4_u@
> > Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2009 20:30:01 +
> > Subject: [arr] Re: Is Chaiya Chaiya ARR's greatest hit so far?
> > 
> > 
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> > 
> > 
> > 
> >  
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >   Yes absolutely no doubt about it. Chaiya Chaiya is ARR's 
> > biggest all time hit. The reaction I saw in public after Chaiya Chaiya for 
> > ARR I neveer saw that again or before it. Even the guys who criticized ARR 
> > also started praising him after Chaiya Chaiya.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > I m not saying that Chaiya Chaiya is the best track of ARR till date, all I 
> > ment is that Chaiya Chaiya is the biggest hit of ARR till now. N I wish 
> > from the bottom of my heart that it dont remain the biggest all time hit of 
> > ARR for ever, I wish ARR gives bigger hit songs than Chaiya Chaiya in his 
> > career. 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "ichord"  wrote:
> > 
> > >
> > 
> > > ARR's had a lot of songs that became rages throughout India, but do you 
> > > think it's safe to say that Chaiya Chaiya is ARR's biggest all time hit 
> > > thus far, both North and South?
> > 
> > >
> >
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[arr] Re: Is Chaiya Chaiya ARR's greatest hit so far?