[arr] Rahman's team to record Wangala beat for Commonwealth Opening ceremony
Jai Ho-famed Oscar winner A R Rahman's team will be in Meghalaya to record the beats of the 100-drums Wangala Festival, a part of which will be included in the composition being prepared for the opening ceremony of next year's Commonwealth Games. The 100-drums Wangala Festival, the biggest celebration of the Garos in Meghalaya, will commence from tomorrow at Asanang in West Garo Hills district. West Garo Hills deputy commissioner Sanjay Goyal said that music maestro Rahman has decided to include the Wangala drum beats in his composition as the only representation from Northeast India. He said that troupes from neighbouring Bangladesh, where there is a good chunk of Garo populace, are also expected to participate in the festival. The two-day harvest festival will witness Wangala troupes drawn from different parts of Garo Hills. http://www.ptinews.com/news/373415_Rahman-team-to-record-Wangala-beat-for-CWG-ceremony
[arr] The highlight of the Western Sydney program will be Oscar award-winning artist A.R. Rahman!
http://www.streetcorner.com.au/news/showPost.cfm?bid=12513mycomm=WC NSW Premier and Minister for the Arts Nathan Rees today launched the Sydney Festival’s biggest ever Western Sydney program. Mr Rees said that Sydney Festival is now Australia’s biggest annual cultural celebration and one of the best loved events in Sydney’s calendar. “I want this festival to grow as a celebration of our city while it continues to attract visitors from around Australia and the rest of the world,” Mr Rees said. “That’s why we will invest an additional $1.75 million into the popular Festival First Night. “Last year around 240,000 people took to the city’s streets and parks to see music and performances from all over the world.” Mr Rees said that the 2010 festival program will bring more events to Western Sydney than ever before. “This is the first time the Sydney Festival has boasted an exclusive Western Sydney program spanning Parramatta, Penrith and Campbelltown. “It’s great to see this year’s Festival reach out to the suburbs, streets and homes of Western Sydney.” Mr Rees said that the highlight of the Western Sydney program will be Oscar award-winning artist A.R. Rahman. “The NSW Government is funding a one-off, free public concert in Parramatta Park to give the people of Sydney a chance to see this much loved musician,” Mr Rees said. “This will be a great show with more than 40 musicians and dancers alongside Rahman on a custom built outdoor stage. “Without doubt one of the world’s great talents, I am sure Rahman will show Sydney why he is one of the all-time highest selling recording artists.”Mr Rees said the NSW Government has been the festival’s main supporter since it began in 1977. “Including the additional $1.75 million for the Festival First Night, the NSW Government will invest more than $5 million in the Sydney Festival.” Rahman fever His Music ~ My Mother Tongue Add whatever you love to the Yahoo! India homepage. Try now! http://in.yahoo.com/trynew
RE: [arr] EKAM SATHYAM--the mystery continues....
forget man. No one has heard it except those who were there live. I heard its just few chants with MJ's music in the background, nothin much. But ya, with his passing away it would have been good if they released it in 'This is it' CD. But if it was that cool a track and recorded,they would have released it. And if its lying somewhere unfinished in MJ's archives then don't worry its just a matter of time before its released. Apparently there are over 300 tracks in various stages of production in MJ's archives.Few only need to be mastered, so those will come first. I do believe strongly that Ekam Satyam will be there in Rahman's studio :). Insiders need to say yes or no thats all!! Remixes I Originals I Opinions http://www.wiredbeats.com To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com From: lika...@yahoo.co.in Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:39:42 + Subject: [arr] EKAM SATHYAM--the mystery continues hai guys any news about EKAM SATHYAM performed at MJ and Friends concert in Munich in 1999... our great king of Pop MJ passed away..the saddest thing...where is Ekam Sathyam?..Invisible in MJ's Invisible album!!where is bula fiji?..evrything is missing.!only some fake tracks are there. Will EKAM SATHYAM remains in all rahmaniac's hearts as a mystery . by ♣♥♣╬ Å�Ä°kµ ╬♣♥♣
[arr] Spat between Abbas Tyrewala and Madhu Matena regarding 1-800-LOVE’s name
Abbas Tyrewala and Madhu Matena lock horns over ‘1-800-LOVE’ Spicezee Bureau Mumbai: The title of John Abraham starrer ‘1-800-LOVE’ has become a major bone of the contention between director Abbas Tyrewala and producer Madhu Matena, as both are constantly bickering over the name of the flick! While speaking on the latest director-producer spat to a news daily, a close source said, “Madhu Mantena is dissatisfied with the title and is adamant on changing it. He has had several arguments with the director and wants to change the title because he feels that the Indian audience will not be able to understand and connect to ‘1-800-LOVE.’ They have had their fair share of heated arguments in the past over locations too. Recently, at the film’s wrap-up party, Madhu walked out after another one of their tiffs over the title.” Lead actor John Abraham had to then smooth things out between the two. When enquired Madhu on the whole issue, the producer shared his grievances, “We rarely use toll free numbers in India. It is very important that the audience also connects to the film’s name for commercial success.” But isn’t it too late to realise this as the title 1-800-LOVE is already registered in people’s minds, we ask him. “We have ample amount of time to change and promote it, even though 1-800-LOVE has gained popularity. I love this film and Abbas too much to let this mistake happen.” However, Abbas had a different version to offer regarding the film’s current title as, “For the longest time, I wanted 1-800-LOVE as my title. But Madhu wants a different one now. As Madhu says, it does happen that people refer to it as ‘One thousand eight hundred love’, which is not what the film is about. But I thought people will understand it. Madhu and I had a conflict and I understand his point, but need something more convincing.” Nevertheless, despite the professional differences, both the director and producer share an amicable relationship as Madhu adds, “Abbas and I are very close friends and feel passionately about the film. We make it a point to show off our aggression. I am sure we’ll settle with a final title soon. And yes, on the other hand, John likes another title.” http://spicezee.zeenews.com/articles/story46140.htm
Re: [arr] Kolkata Love for Rahman
well i cudnt find ne baul influence atleast in tat humming part..bt if u r convinced then might be...[:)]
[arr] Nomiate ARR for NDTV Indian of the year 2009
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RE: [arr] EKAM SATHYAM--the mystery continues....
so 'Insiders' please have look into this.. If ' it is', it must be with ARR. Regards Yogesh Pune The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/
[arr] Danny Boyle’s tentatively titled '127 Hours '
Eagerly waiting for all these.! Regards Yogesh Pune The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage. http://in.yahoo.com/
