[arr] Re: Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[Raghu]

No. I do not agree with your opinion..
Comparing ARR's work with HR's is absolutely ridiculous.
Looks like you are not observing the instruments, structure,
orchestra, chorus, genres, fusion and such..
You just want it to be sweet and catchy thats all.

Music as an Art is not always only about melody...there are 
soo many other things to it..situation, expression, communication,
substance, creativity, packaging..
ARR is a bigger artist than he is a musician.
Song ARR creates is a piece of art.
None can match ARR's scholarship in this profession.




--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Sandeep Mody  wrote:
>
> i feel if u hear himesh reshamiya music 100 times then u will like that one
> also.
> 
> Earlier Rahman music was so unique and melodius..if u hear first time then u
> will like it but nowadays rahman has lost that quality
> 
> On Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 10:05 PM, G unonumero wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > I have been listening to Endhiran non-stop ever since it released. I must
> > admit. I didnt like it at the beginning. I felt as though most of the songs
> > have fallen short of expectation. I was expecting to be blown out of my mind
> > from sheer brilliance of the music. But what I got was songs that were at
> > best brilliant at some point in bits and pieces.
> >
> > But, boy oh boy, I couldnt be more wrong.
> >
> > Many have spoken of ar rahman songs as slow poisons. I have also
> > experienced it many times before. But this time, the effect is far more
> > profound.
> >
> > I am now singing a different tune. I now feel that Endhiran is one of Ar
> > Rahman most briliiant commercial compositions of all time.
> >
> > It must seem as though I am overly exaggerating. But this is how I honestly
> > feel.
> >
> > Why the sudden change in opinion you may ask?
> >
> > Well, I dont know exactly why. Its as though my brain has started to
> > finally tune in to the right frequency.
> >
> > Its as though I have finally come to a realization or an awakening to the
> > genius. The Endhiran songs brilliance were revealed to me one layer at a
> > time. Each song is a revelation. Every one of them.
> >
> > I am at loss for words. I cant seem to express my thoughts clearly in words
> > but the music is brilliant guys.
> >
> > Music composed with the Super Star, The Robot element and Shankars grand
> > vision in mind with plenty of magic all over.
> >
> > Melody, Groove, Rap, Techno all mixed into a concotion of such potent
> > musical brilliace that Tamil music has never seen or heard before.
> >
> > I truly believe that many will come to experience the bliss of realization
> > of the magic in Endhiran music once they are ready for it. Some realize it
> > earlier and some will realize later. Everyone is different and will have to
> > go through the process themselves to discover the magic.
> >
> > But without doubt, once the movie is released every one of us will be
> > hooked to the songs.
> >
> > At the beginning, many would only hear the beats and noisy sounds. But
> > slowly the melody will reveal itself to our senses. And the combination of
> > melody and modern grooves will bring us to a new experience in tamil music.
> >
> > I cant only wonder what will happen when the movie comes out and we get to
> > see the visuals together with the music.
> >
> > Cant wait for that moment.
> >
> > Keep listening guys. May the magic be revealed to you soon.
> >
> > (For faster realization, try listening with good headphones/sound systems -
> > not with mp3 or cheap lousy earphones/speakers) Remember this is an auditory
> > experience.
> >
> >
> >
> >  
> >
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> Trusting in God never makes the mountain smaller, it just makes the climbing
> easier. I never ask Him for the lighter load, but only for the stronger
> back.
> 
> when goin is very tough , tough get goin...
>

Re: [arr] harini i miss your teenage voice

[mohammed sajin]

Hello,

He sang in Ravanan(Kaattusirikki)

SAJIN





From: Manaf 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, August 15, 2010 7:14:38 AM
Subject: Re: [arr] harini i miss your teenage voice

  
Not only harini , but also Shankar Mahadevan. Is there any issue
between ARR & SM ?

On 8/14/10, Taimur Nadeem  wrote:
> telephone manipol, suthi suthi, nila kaai , azhana ratchsiye GOOoodness me
> harini's voice blossoms in these songs , A R RAHMAN has glorified her voice
> to the optimum . that teenage little girl voice , that sweetness in it i
> havent heard anything more beautiful and scintillating than harini singing
> in her teenage.  the beauty the delicacy of her voice tooo good. just listen
> the antara of telephone mani pol or suthi suthi  heavenly singing from
> harini what a voice , every song must be sung in that voice... ,and
> what to say about alaipayuthe and my very own theekuruvai...miis
> your voice harini
>
> regards,
>
> taimur
>
>
>
>

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Re: [arr] Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[raj]

Well I disagree.. I tried to listen to HR's Kajaree and after like 10 listens i 
gave up liking 1 song and the rest didnt work for me..

Honestly i give most of the good ones from other MDS abt 5 to listens.. 
somework and some dont..almost all of AR work for my ears and thats the reason 
i am in this grp.


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Sandeep Mody  wrote:
>
> i feel if u hear himesh reshamiya music 100 times then u will like that one
> also.
> 
> Earlier Rahman music was so unique and melodius..if u hear first time then u
> will like it but nowadays rahman has lost that quality
> 
> On Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 10:05 PM, G unonumero wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > I have been listening to Endhiran non-stop ever since it released. I must
> > admit. I didnt like it at the beginning. I felt as though most of the songs
> > have fallen short of expectation. I was expecting to be blown out of my mind
> > from sheer brilliance of the music. But what I got was songs that were at
> > best brilliant at some point in bits and pieces.
> >
> > But, boy oh boy, I couldnt be more wrong.
> >
> > Many have spoken of ar rahman songs as slow poisons. I have also
> > experienced it many times before. But this time, the effect is far more
> > profound.
> >
> > I am now singing a different tune. I now feel that Endhiran is one of Ar
> > Rahman most briliiant commercial compositions of all time.
> >
> > It must seem as though I am overly exaggerating. But this is how I honestly
> > feel.
> >
> > Why the sudden change in opinion you may ask?
> >
> > Well, I dont know exactly why. Its as though my brain has started to
> > finally tune in to the right frequency.
> >
> > Its as though I have finally come to a realization or an awakening to the
> > genius. The Endhiran songs brilliance were revealed to me one layer at a
> > time. Each song is a revelation. Every one of them.
> >
> > I am at loss for words. I cant seem to express my thoughts clearly in words
> > but the music is brilliant guys.
> >
> > Music composed with the Super Star, The Robot element and Shankars grand
> > vision in mind with plenty of magic all over.
> >
> > Melody, Groove, Rap, Techno all mixed into a concotion of such potent
> > musical brilliace that Tamil music has never seen or heard before.
> >
> > I truly believe that many will come to experience the bliss of realization
> > of the magic in Endhiran music once they are ready for it. Some realize it
> > earlier and some will realize later. Everyone is different and will have to
> > go through the process themselves to discover the magic.
> >
> > But without doubt, once the movie is released every one of us will be
> > hooked to the songs.
> >
> > At the beginning, many would only hear the beats and noisy sounds. But
> > slowly the melody will reveal itself to our senses. And the combination of
> > melody and modern grooves will bring us to a new experience in tamil music.
> >
> > I cant only wonder what will happen when the movie comes out and we get to
> > see the visuals together with the music.
> >
> > Cant wait for that moment.
> >
> > Keep listening guys. May the magic be revealed to you soon.
> >
> > (For faster realization, try listening with good headphones/sound systems -
> > not with mp3 or cheap lousy earphones/speakers) Remember this is an auditory
> > experience.
> >
> >
> >
> >  
> >
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> Trusting in God never makes the mountain smaller, it just makes the climbing
> easier. I never ask Him for the lighter load, but only for the stronger
> back.
> 
> when goin is very tough , tough get goin...
>

Re: [arr] Congrats to Mugdha - KM Music Student on SaReGaMaPa Singing Superstar

[Sriram Iyer]

It could be. Either way, I am happy a girl from AR's music school has made it 
to such a platform. Jai ho!

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, KJ  wrote:
>
> She was fantastic, Totally came in with a bang! The juries were stunned. But
> i dint like the idea about Vishal asking what is KM Conservatory. And i dont
> think so it was asked out of ignorance
> 
> On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 1:11 AM, AJ  wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > http://www.bollywood.com/rahmans-students-score
> >
> > Forgive me if this has been posted before...
> >
> > Rahman's Students Score!
> >
> > By Hindustan Times
> >
> > Mumbai, Aug. 13 -- She's a polyglot from A R Rahman's music academy, KM
> > Conservatory, in Chennai and has made it to the top finalists of Sa Re Ga Ma
> > Pa Singing Superstars on Zee TV that kicks off tonight.
> >
> > Mugdha has been studying music at Rahman's school for the last one year.
> > She learnt Hindustani classical and semi-classical music during her growing
> > up years. Today, she also sings in seven languages, apart from various other
> > styles.
> >
> > When asked about making it to the top batch of contestants on the show,
> > Mugdha who is participating in a reality show for the first time, says,
> > "It's my teachers' and my family's blessings. I hope to not let them down."
> >
> > The 20-something singer feels blessed to have made it to the The KM
> > Conservatory. "Rahman sir has been a pillar of support. The school has
> > gained more popularity after sir won the Oscars. He had a few sessions with
> > us despite a tight schedule. He interacted with us in the batch personally.
> > He gave us great inputs about playback singing. I just want to make him
> > proud now."
> >
> > Mugdha, who has sung for a Tamil film and a nursery rhyme album, hopes to
> > find work in Bollywood after the show ends. "This show is my biggest
> > platform so far," she asserts. "I hope I find work as a playback singer and
> > make it big. Maybe then, I can also spread awareness about the global forms
> > of music."
> >
> >  
> >
>

Re: [arr] Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[Manaf]

Then please hear ARR's old compositions... Now we have to enjoy ENDHIRAN
..

On Fri, Aug 13, 2010 at 8:45 PM, Sandeep Mody wrote:

>
>
> i feel if u hear himesh reshamiya music 100 times then u will like that one
> also.
>
> Earlier Rahman music was so unique and melodius..if u hear first time then
> u will like it but nowadays rahman has lost that quality
>
>
> On Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 10:05 PM, G unonumero wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> I have been listening to Endhiran non-stop ever since it released. I must
>> admit. I didnt like it at the beginning. I felt as though most of the songs
>> have fallen short of expectation. I was expecting to be blown out of my mind
>> from sheer brilliance of the music. But what I got was songs that were at
>> best brilliant at some point in bits and pieces.
>>
>> But, boy oh boy, I couldnt be more wrong.
>>
>> Many have spoken of ar rahman songs as slow poisons. I have also
>> experienced it many times before. But this time, the effect is far more
>> profound.
>>
>> I am now singing a different tune. I now feel that Endhiran is one of Ar
>> Rahman most briliiant commercial compositions of all time.
>>
>> It must seem as though I am overly exaggerating. But this is how I
>> honestly feel.
>>
>> Why the sudden change in opinion you may ask?
>>
>> Well, I dont know exactly why. Its as though my brain has started to
>> finally tune in to the right frequency.
>>
>> Its as though I have finally come to a realization or an awakening to the
>> genius. The Endhiran songs brilliance were revealed to me one layer at a
>> time. Each song is a revelation. Every one of them.
>>
>> I am at loss for words. I cant seem to express my thoughts clearly in
>> words but the music is brilliant guys.
>>
>> Music composed with the Super Star, The Robot element and Shankars grand
>> vision in mind with plenty of magic all over.
>>
>> Melody, Groove, Rap, Techno all mixed into a concotion of such potent
>> musical brilliace that Tamil music has never seen or heard before.
>>
>> I truly believe that many will come to experience the bliss of realization
>> of the magic in Endhiran music once they are ready for it. Some realize it
>> earlier and some will realize later. Everyone is different and will have to
>> go through the process themselves to discover the magic.
>>
>> But without doubt, once the movie is released every one of us will be
>> hooked to the songs.
>>
>> At the beginning, many would only hear the beats and noisy sounds. But
>> slowly the melody will reveal itself to our senses. And the combination of
>> melody and modern grooves will bring us to a new experience in tamil music.
>>
>> I cant only wonder what will happen when the movie comes out and we get to
>> see the visuals together with the music.
>>
>> Cant wait for that moment.
>>
>> Keep listening guys. May the magic be revealed to you soon.
>>
>> (For faster realization, try listening with good headphones/sound systems
>> - not with mp3 or cheap lousy earphones/speakers) Remember this is an
>> auditory experience.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> Trusting in God never makes the mountain smaller, it just makes the
> climbing easier. I never ask Him for the lighter load, but only for the
> stronger back.
>
> when goin is very tough , tough get goin...
>
>  
>



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Re: [arr] Jhoota Hi Sahi - CDs on Saregama

[KJ]

thanks for the update rivjot. It's sure going to be another musical treat !

On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 10:20 AM, Rivjot  wrote:

>
>
> Saregama music label has bought copyrights of Rahman's upcoming Hindi
> soundtrack - Jhootha Hi Sahi (earlier titled 1-800-LOVE) directed by Abbas
> Tyrewala.
> First look of the movie was revealed yesterday, 14th August. Movie hits
> theatres on 15th October, so I assume we can expect music in mid sept (a
> month from now)
>
>  
>

[arr] Re: kannathil muthamittal..Wonderfull Perfomance

[amj_abdul]

All the kids were fantastic...
Especially Anakha..just listen to her sweet voice..its really mind blowing 
yaar...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOP_n6H5Uw4&feature=channel

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "jayram"  wrote:
>
> Truly stunning voice and performance
> 
> But, nothing can beat the original performance of Chinmayeee.. 
> 
> I have Parvathy's complete collection of songs (Mallu, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi).
> 
> Also listen to her performance in other songs... I am sure you will enjoy 
> them too...
> 
> 1. Man Mohana (Jodha Akbar/hindi) 
> (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vG0sU2AJgZQ)
> 
> 2. Akaliste Annam 
> (Telugu Performance).
> (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUpmpGKc68M)
> 
> Jai Ho,
> Jayram
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Vasu"  wrote:
> >
> > Sung Better Than The Original Song 
> > 
> > PARVATHY in AR Rahman Round
> > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQdk0CK9vW4
> > 
> > Srinivas
> >
>

[arr] Samarpana Orphanage Visit - Very Purposeful and Heartening

[Vithur]

Dear All,

A group of us have been to the Samarpana Orphanage today in Chennai.
We had a very satisfying day, spent time with the Children, Elders. We
donated Clothes, Provisions and other utlities to the Members there
and also Sponsored their breakfast.

We will share pics and videos soon

It was really very heartening. The Children and the Elders are all
Mentally Challenged.

God Bless them ..

Jai Ho

-- 
regards,
Vithur

Re: [arr] Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[AJ]

...I feel like I'm listening to a broken record..that keeps skipping and 
repeating the same thing again and again and again

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Sandeep Mody  wrote:
>
> i feel if u hear himesh reshamiya music 100 times then u will like that one
> also.
> 
> Earlier Rahman music was so unique and melodius..if u hear first time then u
> will like it but nowadays rahman has lost that quality
> 
> On Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 10:05 PM, G unonumero wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > I have been listening to Endhiran non-stop ever since it released. I must
> > admit. I didnt like it at the beginning. I felt as though most of the songs
> > have fallen short of expectation. I was expecting to be blown out of my mind
> > from sheer brilliance of the music. But what I got was songs that were at
> > best brilliant at some point in bits and pieces.
> >
> > But, boy oh boy, I couldnt be more wrong.
> >
> > Many have spoken of ar rahman songs as slow poisons. I have also
> > experienced it many times before. But this time, the effect is far more
> > profound.
> >
> > I am now singing a different tune. I now feel that Endhiran is one of Ar
> > Rahman most briliiant commercial compositions of all time.
> >
> > It must seem as though I am overly exaggerating. But this is how I honestly
> > feel.
> >
> > Why the sudden change in opinion you may ask?
> >
> > Well, I dont know exactly why. Its as though my brain has started to
> > finally tune in to the right frequency.
> >
> > Its as though I have finally come to a realization or an awakening to the
> > genius. The Endhiran songs brilliance were revealed to me one layer at a
> > time. Each song is a revelation. Every one of them.
> >
> > I am at loss for words. I cant seem to express my thoughts clearly in words
> > but the music is brilliant guys.
> >
> > Music composed with the Super Star, The Robot element and Shankars grand
> > vision in mind with plenty of magic all over.
> >
> > Melody, Groove, Rap, Techno all mixed into a concotion of such potent
> > musical brilliace that Tamil music has never seen or heard before.
> >
> > I truly believe that many will come to experience the bliss of realization
> > of the magic in Endhiran music once they are ready for it. Some realize it
> > earlier and some will realize later. Everyone is different and will have to
> > go through the process themselves to discover the magic.
> >
> > But without doubt, once the movie is released every one of us will be
> > hooked to the songs.
> >
> > At the beginning, many would only hear the beats and noisy sounds. But
> > slowly the melody will reveal itself to our senses. And the combination of
> > melody and modern grooves will bring us to a new experience in tamil music.
> >
> > I cant only wonder what will happen when the movie comes out and we get to
> > see the visuals together with the music.
> >
> > Cant wait for that moment.
> >
> > Keep listening guys. May the magic be revealed to you soon.
> >
> > (For faster realization, try listening with good headphones/sound systems -
> > not with mp3 or cheap lousy earphones/speakers) Remember this is an auditory
> > experience.
> >
> >
> >
> >  
> >
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> Trusting in God never makes the mountain smaller, it just makes the climbing
> easier. I never ask Him for the lighter load, but only for the stronger
> back.
> 
> when goin is very tough , tough get goin...
>

[arr] Adnan Sami composing BGM for Jhoota Hi Sahi

[Ashok Purohit]

http://www.funrocker.com/songs/hindi-songs/jhootha-hee-sahi.html
 


 
Jhootha Hee Sahi is Bollywood movie and You will listen its Hindi Songs for 
free from here. John Abraham after putting great effort towards acting step 
forward towards production as most of the Bollywood actors do. He is producing 
his movie named Jhoota Hi Sahi who got this new title a few days before. Old 
titles suggested for the movie were 1-800 Love and Call Me Dil. Adnan Sami Khan 
the famous singer from Pakistan is going to give background music for Jhoota hi 
Sahi. songs Abbas Tyrewala directed and produced the movie along John. The cast 
of movie includes John Abraham, Pakhi, R. Madhavan, Sohail Khan, Arbaaz Khan, 
Naseeruddin Shah the crew planned to release the movie on 15 October, 2010. It 
is a movie a subjected on a woman who after many hurdles decided to commit 
suicide and before suicide makes a final call. This call seems lucky for her 
and due to error in connection the call mistakenly connects to a man. That man 
does not feel good to know about
 her decision and shows her light and a new path for a new life. The movie is a 
combination of comedy and romance and this blend is written by Pakhi.   Adnan 
Sami, the playback singer of the movie sang songs for the movie under the music 
direction of award winning A.R Rehman whose presence in any movie reveals his 
magic in the songs of that movie. Songs of Jhoota Hi Sahi are not yet released 
but fans of John are waiting for them from a long time.
 


Regards,
Ashok Singh Purohit

[arr] Robot Music Launch Videos

[Bivin Chandra]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NR2qpaUg88E
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kX_Z-17d8jk


  

Re: [arr] Non ARR album recommendations...

[KJ]

I would love to recommend Inidhu Inidhu. Though it's a telugu remake. I
think the music sounds fresh. very stylish music!

On Sat, Aug 14, 2010 at 12:00 AM, A.R.Rajib  wrote:

>
>
> One recommendation from my side >
>
> Ringa Ringa from the telegu film Aryan-2
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myo6y60ExMs
>
> Awesome song !! The male
> singer won a filmfare for this ! M totally addicted to this ! Let me know
> your views on this too ..
>
> Ringa ringa re.
>
>
> On Fri, Aug 13, 2010 at 10:09 AM, Karthik Subramaniam <
> karthiksubbus...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> You said it. I've bought some other albums too recently and have enjoyed
>> listening tot hem every now and then, but they don't last the way an ARR
>> album does.
>>
>> On Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 9:07 PM, AJ  wrote:
>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Guys,
>>>
>>> There are some pretty good songs out there besides ARR in the bollywood
>>> belt..listen to some of the tunes from Aashayein (Salim Suleiman), We
>>> Are Family (SEL - some nice soft piano based ballads and a soothing theme
>>> instrumental), Peepli Live (Indian Ocean...very folkish tunes), Lafangey
>>> Parindey (Music by Anand but directed by Pradeep Sarkarrock heavy
>>> album). Of course, Amit Trivedi's Aisha has some good tunes if you like his
>>> kind of music and sound. Nothing pathbreaking, but some nice sounds and
>>> arrangements and melodies...pleasant hearing.
>>>
>>> I kind of feel that the rock sound is in fashion mode these days in film
>>> music albums as lots of distorted and electric guitars are being
>>> usedsome tastefully, some noteven ARR has used them more
>>> recently..
>>>
>>> But, I love how ARR has used the guitars in VTV, Puli, Raavan...very
>>> sparingly and delicately without overpowering one's senses! I didn't like
>>> the distorted, heavy rock guitar sounds much in Enthiran, but loved the
>>> acoustic guitars in Kaadhal Anukal!!
>>>
>>> Honestly, I listen to other film albums.by other MDs...try to give
>>> the music a chance..feel pleasant and soothed when listening to
>>> them.but nobody touches deep into the heart and soul like ARR's music
>>> does.
>>>
>>> ARR is simply in a league of his own...
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> *- Regards
>
> ~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~*
>
>   
>

[arr] Re: Jhoota Hi Sahi - CDs on Saregama

[Rahul Menon]

Thnx a lott for posting this bro...

Man... i havnt been able to absorb Raavan... Puli...  & Endhiran properly ... 
nw soon we will hav ... ROCKSTAR & JHOOTHA HI SAHEE :-)


tk
Rahul

Re: [arr] harini i miss your teenage voice

[Vinayakam Murugan]

Why does it have to be a problem?

With so many stage shows and other commitments, it would have become
difficult to match the dates of singers like SM, SPB.



Warm Regards
~~~
Vinayak

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rightplacerighttime/


On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 8:44 AM, Manaf  wrote:

>
>
> Not only harini , but also Shankar Mahadevan. Is there any issue
> between ARR & SM ?
>
>
> On 8/14/10, Taimur Nadeem >
> wrote:
> > telephone manipol, suthi suthi, nila kaai , azhana ratchsiye GOOoodness
> me
> > harini's voice blossoms in these songs , A R RAHMAN has glorified her
> voice
> > to the optimum . that teenage little girl voice , that sweetness in it i
> > havent heard anything more beautiful and scintillating than harini
> singing
> > in her teenage.  the beauty the delicacy of her voice tooo good. just
> listen
> > the antara of telephone mani pol or suthi suthi  heavenly singing from
> > harini what a voice , every song must be sung in that voice...
> ,and
> > what to say about alaipayuthe and my very own theekuruvai...miis
> > your voice harini
> >
> > regards,
> >
> > taimur
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
> --
> Sent from my mobile device
>
> *
> *
> *Regards
> MANAF
> +97155 - 8914693*
>  
>

[arr] THE RAHMAN TODAY

[krishna prasad]

Hi friends,

The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength of 
his music
or his tunes may be with the exception of a  VTV or a RAVAN cos when i was 
listening to
Endiran ( it was really a good album) but the fact was the music arrangement 
was not anything we could associate with Rahman. I was listening to Endiran as 
it was composed 
by Rahman only and if it had been by any other composer the critics would hav 
shred
it to pieces.

I understand that Rahman is busy with his international assignments and he his 
taking up
tamil projects as they are forced on him. 

Dear sir don't take up any tamil projects and if you do,  we need nothing short 
of a RAHMAN  ALBUM meeting all the criteria associated with you.I feel this is 
something you could do to your dear old TAMIL FANS.

The main point i would like to make is that Rahman's music should be enjoyed by 
EVERYONE and not just people would understand the finer aspects of Rahman's 
music
which is what is  happening right now as more and more people get alienated 
from our Oscar winner. Remember even Buddha's teaching could not have got the 
due acceptance
if it had been so complex. 

I feel someone could take up this matter with boss, not as a compliant but as a 
general
media feedback.

regards
Krishna

[arr] Re: Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[Elanchezhian]

"i feel if u hear himesh reshamiya music 100 times then u will like that one 
also" 
Ha...HaHa/.ROFL!...Such comedies, does add to the 
liveliness of the group:)...:D:):)..Do keep them coming 
bro:-)haha.ha. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Sandeep Mody  wrote:
>
> "i feel if u hear himesh reshamiya music 100 times then u will like that one
> also".
> 
> Earlier Rahman music was so unique and melodius..if u hear first time then u
> will like it but nowadays rahman has lost that quality
> 
> On Thu, Aug 12, 2010 at 10:05 PM, G unonumero wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > I have been listening to Endhiran non-stop ever since it released. I must
> > admit. I didnt like it at the beginning. I felt as though most of the songs
> > have fallen short of expectation. I was expecting to be blown out of my mind
> > from sheer brilliance of the music. But what I got was songs that were at
> > best brilliant at some point in bits and pieces.
> >
> > But, boy oh boy, I couldnt be more wrong.
> >
> > Many have spoken of ar rahman songs as slow poisons. I have also
> > experienced it many times before. But this time, the effect is far more
> > profound.
> >
> > I am now singing a different tune. I now feel that Endhiran is one of Ar
> > Rahman most briliiant commercial compositions of all time.
> >
> > It must seem as though I am overly exaggerating. But this is how I honestly
> > feel.
> >
> > Why the sudden change in opinion you may ask?
> >
> > Well, I dont know exactly why. Its as though my brain has started to
> > finally tune in to the right frequency.
> >
> > Its as though I have finally come to a realization or an awakening to the
> > genius. The Endhiran songs brilliance were revealed to me one layer at a
> > time. Each song is a revelation. Every one of them.
> >
> > I am at loss for words. I cant seem to express my thoughts clearly in words
> > but the music is brilliant guys.
> >
> > Music composed with the Super Star, The Robot element and Shankars grand
> > vision in mind with plenty of magic all over.
> >
> > Melody, Groove, Rap, Techno all mixed into a concotion of such potent
> > musical brilliace that Tamil music has never seen or heard before.
> >
> > I truly believe that many will come to experience the bliss of realization
> > of the magic in Endhiran music once they are ready for it. Some realize it
> > earlier and some will realize later. Everyone is different and will have to
> > go through the process themselves to discover the magic.
> >
> > But without doubt, once the movie is released every one of us will be
> > hooked to the songs.
> >
> > At the beginning, many would only hear the beats and noisy sounds. But
> > slowly the melody will reveal itself to our senses. And the combination of
> > melody and modern grooves will bring us to a new experience in tamil music.
> >
> > I cant only wonder what will happen when the movie comes out and we get to
> > see the visuals together with the music.
> >
> > Cant wait for that moment.
> >
> > Keep listening guys. May the magic be revealed to you soon.
> >
> > (For faster realization, try listening with good headphones/sound systems -
> > not with mp3 or cheap lousy earphones/speakers) Remember this is an auditory
> > experience.
> >
> >
> >
> >  
> >
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> Trusting in God never makes the mountain smaller, it just makes the climbing
> easier. I never ask Him for the lighter load, but only for the stronger
> back.
> 
> when goin is very tough , tough get goin...
>

RE: [arr] Rahman sir completing 18 years into Music Industry by today !

[MURALI RAMAKRISHNAN GANAPATHY]

All the very best sir,many more achievements and targets are waiting for u.
May The God give u peace ,good health and confidence to achieve more and more 
andguide us also to achieve in our life like u did
MuraliCoimbatore

To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
From: raamkumar_vaidyanat...@yahoo.com
Date: Sat, 14 Aug 2010 11:01:11 +0530
Subject: [arr] Rahman sir completing 18 years into Music Industry by today !


















 



  



  
  
  
 Rahman sir completing 18 years into Music Industry by today !

Same day... August 14th 1992 Roja released 


Jai Ho !! :) Ella Pugalum Iraivanukke
Regards, 
Ram..  

 ~  Rαнмαη αddicт™  ~



 









  

[arr] Re:[Non-ARR]Zack Hemsey - I am not Hans Zimmer

[Rahul Menon]

Thnks a lott for this bro...
Just lyk million others even i thought tht Zimmer was the one who composed for 
the Inception Trailers ...

Thnx once gain...
tk
Rahul

[arr] Re: Jhoota Hi Sahi - CDs on Saregama

[AJ]

Can't wait for it!

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Rivjot"  wrote:
>
> Saregama music label has bought copyrights of Rahman's upcoming Hindi 
> soundtrack - Jhootha Hi Sahi (earlier titled 1-800-LOVE) directed by Abbas 
> Tyrewala.
> First look of the movie was revealed yesterday, 14th August. Movie hits 
> theatres on 15th October, so I assume we can expect music in mid sept (a 
> month from now)
>

[arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[AJ]

Hmmm.the same old capital letters againthe same style of 
writing...is someone having fun using multiple IDs here to try and make it 
appear that his or her opinions have support?

"The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength of 
his music
> or his tunes may be with the exception of a  VTV or a RAVAN.or Couple's 
> Retreat, or Delhi 6, or Yuvvraaj, or Jodha Akbar, or Ada,..etc.. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, krishna prasad  wrote:
>
> Hi friends,
> 
> The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength of 
> his music
> or his tunes may be with the exception of a  VTV or a RAVAN cos when i was 
> listening to
> Endiran ( it was really a good album) but the fact was the music arrangement 
> was not anything we could associate with Rahman. I was listening to Endiran 
> as it was composed 
> by Rahman only and if it had been by any other composer the critics would hav 
> shred
> it to pieces.
> 
> I understand that Rahman is busy with his international assignments and he 
> his taking up
> tamil projects as they are forced on him. 
> 
> Dear sir don't take up any tamil projects and if you do,  we need nothing 
> short of a RAHMAN  ALBUM meeting all the criteria associated with you.I feel 
> this is something you could do to your dear old TAMIL FANS.
> 
> The main point i would like to make is that Rahman's music should be enjoyed 
> by 
> EVERYONE and not just people would understand the finer aspects of Rahman's 
> music
> which is what is  happening right now as more and more people get alienated 
> from our Oscar winner. Remember even Buddha's teaching could not have got the 
> due acceptance
> if it had been so complex. 
> 
> I feel someone could take up this matter with boss, not as a compliant but as 
> a general
> media feedback.
> 
> regards
> Krishna
>

Re: [arr] Re: Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[V S Rawat]

> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Sandeep Mody  wrote:
>>
>> "i feel if u hear himesh reshamiya music 100 times then u will like that one
>> also".

I think one has to trust his instincts and draw some line somewhere 
that when he is not liking an album after repeated listening, it is 
quite likely that the album is not to his liking, so he has to stop 
after some number of listening.

I concede that ARR's some albums didn't click for me, say 1947Earth in 
first repeatedly listenings, and then I gave up on it as not my type 
of music, but I heard that again after some 6 months, and started 
liking that.

Such type of experiences give you trust on a personality that what he 
does has some depth on it so you give him enough tries till you start 
liking it.

but then, I didn't like JTJYN and Ghajini and something made me 
conclude fast that these are not my type of music so I gave up on 
them. Still, after seeing the movie, I started liking mausam mastana 
or something from the first and Kaise Mujhe Tu from the second.

So, nobody is telling you here that you keep on hearing ARR albums 
endlessly and you are sure to like on 1000th or 1th hearing. It is 
not so.

but, you should give them a reasonable try, that depends on you trust 
on him that he has earned by his 18 years of work, that you don't give 
up on his albums on one or two days. For ARR, I have observed that the 
more time any of his albums takes to click with me, the more "durable" 
it is for me, that is, i keep on liking it for more and more time.

I have heard Himesh's songs, and I can say that they are catchy. There 
is no soul in them. They don't sustain. How many of you hear Tera Tera 
Tera now, or herapheri's top of the chart songs now?

I can say that current Pritam's work has more soul that Himesh's all 
songs put together may have. I don't need 100 listenings to like "aaj 
din chadheya" or "chorbazari do nayano ki", and I am sure I wudn't 
like Himesh's any song or JTJTN or GHajini even after 100 or 1000 
listening.

>>
>> Earlier Rahman music was so unique and melodius..if u hear first time then u
>> will like it but nowadays rahman has lost that quality

Earlier ARR's music was unique, for you, and no one else was giving 
it. Now, you have been hearing that unique style for 18 years, so its 
novelty has withered somewhat, and others have also learned the style 
ARR uses so they have also started trying elements of it, so you are 
not able to find difference in pure ARR style and others' ARR's 
mimicked style.

--
Rawat

Re: [arr] Adnan Sami composing BGM for Jhoota Hi Sahi

[Hameed Akbar]

if this news is true then its very unfortunate..

On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 6:49 AM, Ashok Purohit wrote:

>
>
> http://www.funrocker.com/songs/hindi-songs/jhootha-hee-sahi.html
>
>  * *
>
> Jhootha Hee Sahi is
> *Bollywood* movie and You will listen its Hindi 
> Songsfor free from here. John
> Abraham after 
> putting great effort towards acting step forward towards production as
> most of the Bollywood actors do. He is producing his movie named Jhoota Hi
> Sahi who got this new title a few days before. Old titles suggested for the
> movie were 1-800 Love and Call Me Dil. Adnan Sami Khan the famous singer
> from Pakistan is going to give background music for Jhoota hi Sahi. songs
> Abbas Tyrewala directed and produced the movie along John. The cast of movie
> includes John Abraham, Pakhi, R. Madhavan, Sohail Khan, Arbaaz Khan,
> Naseeruddin Shah the crew planned to release the movie on 15 October, 2010.
> It is a movie a subjected on a woman who after many hurdles decided to
> commit suicide and before suicide makes a final call. This call seems lucky
> for her and due to error in connection the call mistakenly connects to a
> man. That man does not feel good to know about her decision and shows her
> light and a new path for a new life. The movie is a combination of comedy
> and romance and this blend is written by Pakhi.   Adnan Sami, the playback
> singer of the movie sang songs for the movie under the music direction of
> award winning A.R Rehman whose presence in any movie reveals his magic in
> the songs of that movie. Songs of Jhoota Hi Sahi are not yet released but
> fans of John are waiting for them from a long time.
>
>
>
> Regards,
> Ashok Singh Purohit
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[Roshan]

I have that doubt too. very suspicious.

On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 9:29 PM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Hmmm.the same old capital letters againthe same style of
> writing...is someone having fun using multiple IDs here to try and make
> it appear that his or her opinions have support?
>
>
> "The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength
> of his music
> > or his tunes may be with the exception of a VTV or a RAVAN.or
> Couple's Retreat, or Delhi 6, or Yuvvraaj, or Jodha Akbar, or
> Ada,..etc..
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> krishna prasad  wrote:
> >
> > Hi friends,
> >
> > The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength
> of his music
> > or his tunes may be with the exception of a  VTV or a RAVAN cos when i
> was listening to
> > Endiran ( it was really a good album) but the fact was the music
> arrangement was not anything we could associate with Rahman. I was listening
> to Endiran as it was composed
> > by Rahman only and if it had been by any other composer the critics would
> hav shred
> > it to pieces.
> >
> > I understand that Rahman is busy with his international assignments and
> he his taking up
> > tamil projects as they are forced on him.
> >
> > Dear sir don't take up any tamil projects and if you do,  we need nothing
> short of a RAHMAN  ALBUM meeting all the criteria associated with you.I feel
> this is something you could do to your dear old TAMIL FANS.
> >
> > The main point i would like to make is that Rahman's music should be
> enjoyed by
> > EVERYONE and not just people would understand the finer aspects of
> Rahman's music
> > which is what is  happening right now as more and more people get
> alienated from our Oscar winner. Remember even Buddha's teaching could not
> have got the due acceptance
> > if it had been so complex.
> >
> > I feel someone could take up this matter with boss, not as a compliant
> but as a general
> > media feedback.
> >
> > regards
> > Krishna
> >
>
>  
>



-- 
---
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Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[kishore parayath]

No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to re-use
the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this
group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to
tell something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or
negative. I dont need a separate identity for that.

And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree
on the same. (Except Naan Varuven).
By the way,
My reply to the thread starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he
cannot avoid Tamil films at the same time... But U must accept that, due to
Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle
the arrangements' department alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So,
U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That
is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum
quality. So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in
every layer. But since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not
accepting many offers, and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to
change his strategy, since the human-being in him did not want anyone to be
disappointed. So, he had to delegate his arrangement work to many, due to
the busy schedule. After the oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has
the quantity.
So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic
in his songs.

Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will
find the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
jai ho.

Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been
in this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and
negative, using my own identity.

Jai ho.

[arr] Re: Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[aslam ASLAM]

hey its funny to say Endhiran is not good..
If u are going to compare it with old songs, then there will come a time when u 
ll say endhiran was very good and this new abc film is bad ... 
There was a time when people said vtv is not good as dil se and so on ...
But now everyone one says endhiran is not as good as VTV
So sit back relax and if u don find the magic let the people who found the 
magic enjoy it :)
 
 

[arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[V S Rawat]

During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started liking 
ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.

But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 
Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 
appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 
on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 
jumping senselessly.

They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 
and I had lost faith on him.

But, then I again started liking his other albums, and even liked some 
of the songs in the above albums also. That was how I discovered the 
"growing" effect of ARR songs.

I still don't like some above mentioned songs but of course I now am 
mad about chhayya chhayaa and rangeela (mangta hai kya, can u 
believe?), I still don't like Roja much (not dislike but I have my 
likings), I didn't like most of JTJTN, Ghajini, I have a lot of 
misgivings about selection of type of music for JA that failed to 
measure up to Mughal-e-Azam, that was ARR's worst lost opportunity. 
Blue I have beaten endlessly.

And I still like Ravan, D6, and many more.
---

With this background, I have discovered that ARR gives many genres of 
music and some genres I just don't like, can't like, whether it is by 
ARR or by anyone else.

So, I hope members should take some time to think it over about 
themselves.

1. Please find out which genres of music you DO like.

2. Please find out which genres of music you DON'T like.

3. Now, think of ARR's songs that you DO like and find out whether 
these are in the genre that you like that you listed in "1" above.

4. Also, think of ARR's songs that you DON'T like and find out these 
are in the genre that you DON'T like that you listed in "2" above.

I am sure it will give you some insights why you like some ARR songs/ 
albums, and why you don't like some other ARR songs/ albums.

I am also sure that it will give you some peace (not piece, ha ha ha) 
of mind coming to terms with your liking and disliking ARR's and 
others' songs/ albums.

Don't torture urself condemning yourself when you don't like any of 
ARR's song/ album. It is OK. it is the genre that you don't like.

--
Rawat

[arr] Re: Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[AJ]

I think people should express their dislikes more specifically about a 
particular album and not draw conclusions that today's Rahman is not as good as 
yesterday's or he's lost it...whatever.  Regardless, it's someone's opinion 
anyway and there really is no room for argument when it comes down to that.

Good points.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, V S Rawat  wrote:
>
> During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started liking 
> ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.
> 
> But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 
> Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 
> appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 
> on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 
> jumping senselessly.
> 
> They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 
> and I had lost faith on him.
> 
> But, then I again started liking his other albums, and even liked some 
> of the songs in the above albums also. That was how I discovered the 
> "growing" effect of ARR songs.
> 
> I still don't like some above mentioned songs but of course I now am 
> mad about chhayya chhayaa and rangeela (mangta hai kya, can u 
> believe?), I still don't like Roja much (not dislike but I have my 
> likings), I didn't like most of JTJTN, Ghajini, I have a lot of 
> misgivings about selection of type of music for JA that failed to 
> measure up to Mughal-e-Azam, that was ARR's worst lost opportunity. 
> Blue I have beaten endlessly.
> 
> And I still like Ravan, D6, and many more.
> ---
> 
> With this background, I have discovered that ARR gives many genres of 
> music and some genres I just don't like, can't like, whether it is by 
> ARR or by anyone else.
> 
> So, I hope members should take some time to think it over about 
> themselves.
> 
> 1. Please find out which genres of music you DO like.
> 
> 2. Please find out which genres of music you DON'T like.
> 
> 3. Now, think of ARR's songs that you DO like and find out whether 
> these are in the genre that you like that you listed in "1" above.
> 
> 4. Also, think of ARR's songs that you DON'T like and find out these 
> are in the genre that you DON'T like that you listed in "2" above.
> 
> I am sure it will give you some insights why you like some ARR songs/ 
> albums, and why you don't like some other ARR songs/ albums.
> 
> I am also sure that it will give you some peace (not piece, ha ha ha) 
> of mind coming to terms with your liking and disliking ARR's and 
> others' songs/ albums.
> 
> Don't torture urself condemning yourself when you don't like any of 
> ARR's song/ album. It is OK. it is the genre that you don't like.
> 
> --
> Rawat
>

Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[fani kalyan]

So what are the names of those 6-8 arrangers, their names are never seen on any 
cds?

--- On Sun, 8/15/10, kishore parayath  wrote:

From: kishore parayath 
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 11:18 AM















 
 



  



  
  
  No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to 
re-use the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this 
group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to tell 
something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or negative. I 
dont need a separate identity for that.

And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree on 
the same. (Except Naan Varuven).By the way, My reply to the thread starter is: 
Rahman is too busy as u said, and he cannot avoid Tamil films at the same 
time... But U must accept that, due to Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy 
pressure on him. So he cannot handle the arrangements' department alone. So, he 
uses 6-8 people for the same. So, U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in 
the arrangements or BGMs. That is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to 
handle everything alone.
Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum quality. 
So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in every layer. But 
since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not accepting many offers, 
and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to change his strategy, since 
the human-being in him did not want anyone to be disappointed. So, he had to 
delegate his arrangement work to many, due to the busy schedule. After the 
oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has the quantity.
So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic in 
his songs.
Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will find 
the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
jai ho.
Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been in 
this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and negative, 
using my own identity.

Jai ho.



 





 



  











  

[arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[AJ]

"So, U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs.:

That is a very subjective take.what you find non magical, someone else may 
find it so.  What he may find non magical, you may find magical.  There is no 
formula, there is no one truth, there is no final period.  "The AR Signature" 
is not made up of X, Y, and Z like a chemical equation..it's up to the 
listener to determine it so, only validated by consensusbut even high 
consensus does not make something so when it comes to judging art and music.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, kishore parayath  
wrote:
>
> No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to re-use
> the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this
> group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to
> tell something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or
> negative. I dont need a separate identity for that.
> 
> And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree
> on the same. (Except Naan Varuven).
> By the way,
> My reply to the thread starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he
> cannot avoid Tamil films at the same time... But U must accept that, due to
> Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle
> the arrangements' department alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So,
> U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That
> is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
> Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum
> quality. So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in
> every layer. But since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not
> accepting many offers, and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to
> change his strategy, since the human-being in him did not want anyone to be
> disappointed. So, he had to delegate his arrangement work to many, due to
> the busy schedule. After the oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has
> the quantity.
> So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic
> in his songs.
> 
> Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will
> find the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
> jai ho.
> 
> Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been
> in this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and
> negative, using my own identity.
> 
> Jai ho.
>

Re: [arr] Re: Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[Sandeep Mody]

One more thing guys, it is not like being member of ARR group you should
praise his works ONLY but you should spk abt some weakness also

On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 11:11 PM, Sandeep Mody wrote:

> hahahaha
> chill guys...m not against ARR and i just gave example of himesh [i could
> have said pritam also or any other]
> ARR is god for me m dying to listen his music..for me endhiran is not gud
> and for that i m not stoppping others to njoy...
> but i shared my opininn being ARR fan otherwise it wudnt matter whether ARR
> make gud music or bad music..if some one is not able to satisfy ur expectn
> then it will hurt you [i dont have any expetn from himesh so it wont matter
> for me how bad music is]
>
> So guys njoy endhiran and yes ofcourse i hear ARRs old music only and VTV
> is far better than endhrina..infact i liked puli music then endhiran..
>
>
> On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 9:53 PM, aslam ASLAM wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> hey its funny to say Endhiran is not good..
>> If u are going to compare it with old songs, then there will come a time
>> when u ll say endhiran was very good and this new abc film is bad ...
>> There was a time when people said vtv is not good as dil se and so on ...
>> But now everyone one says endhiran is not as good as VTV
>> So sit back relax and if u don find the magic let the people who found the
>> magic enjoy it :)
>>
>>
>>
>>  
>>
>
>
>
> --
> Trusting in God never makes the mountain smaller, it just makes the
> climbing easier. I never ask Him for the lighter load, but only for the
> stronger back.
>
> when goin is very tough , tough get goin...
>



-- 
Trusting in God never makes the mountain smaller, it just makes the climbing
easier. I never ask Him for the lighter load, but only for the stronger
back.

when goin is very tough , tough get goin...

[arr] Re: Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[RaijenB]

500% true mr aslam...

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, aslam ASLAM  wrote:
>
> hey its funny to say Endhiran is not good..
> If u are going to compare it with old songs, then there will come a time when 
> u ll say endhiran was very good and this new abc film is bad ... 
> There was a time when people said vtv is not good as dil se and so on ...
> But now everyone one says endhiran is not as good as VTV
> So sit back relax and if u don find the magic let the people who found the 
> magic enjoy it :)
>  
>  
>

Re: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[Taimur Nadeem]

hey Rawat,
    My point has always been that all the 90s and early 2000s 
whatever A R RAHMAN has done is been ultra brilliant , midas touch is what he 
used to possess , films got hit on just his music. whatever genre ,whatever 
instrument , whatever raga he used , shined like a gold , the tunes were all 
heavenly , the essence of songs goodness me . 

you pointed out urvashi urvashi , just see analyze that song , i mean just look 
at the magic, could anyone thought that sarangi can be used for a youthful song 
, the claps the jathis tabla , i mean the whole song is master class , take 
ennavale O my GOD a divine song , every second is sweeter than honey .does any 
song has such sweetness or brilliance now , the answer is simply no .

s



--- On Sun, 8/15/10, V S Rawat  wrote:

From: V S Rawat 
Subject: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres given 
by ARR
To: "arrf" 
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 4:24 PM







 



  



  
  
  During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started liking 

ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.



But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 

Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 

appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 

on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 

jumping senselessly.



They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 

and I had lost faith on him.



But, then I again started liking his other albums, and even liked some 

of the songs in the above albums also. That was how I discovered the 

"growing" effect of ARR songs.



I still don't like some above mentioned songs but of course I now am 

mad about chhayya chhayaa and rangeela (mangta hai kya, can u 

believe?), I still don't like Roja much (not dislike but I have my 

likings), I didn't like most of JTJTN, Ghajini, I have a lot of 

misgivings about selection of type of music for JA that failed to 

measure up to Mughal-e-Azam, that was ARR's worst lost opportunity. 

Blue I have beaten endlessly.



And I still like Ravan, D6, and many more.

---



With this background, I have discovered that ARR gives many genres of 

music and some genres I just don't like, can't like, whether it is by 

ARR or by anyone else.



So, I hope members should take some time to think it over about 

themselves.



1. Please find out which genres of music you DO like.



2. Please find out which genres of music you DON'T like.



3. Now, think of ARR's songs that you DO like and find out whether 

these are in the genre that you like that you listed in "1" above.



4. Also, think of ARR's songs that you DON'T like and find out these 

are in the genre that you DON'T like that you listed in "2" above.



I am sure it will give you some insights why you like some ARR songs/ 

albums, and why you don't like some other ARR songs/ albums.



I am also sure that it will give you some peace (not piece, ha ha ha) 

of mind coming to terms with your liking and disliking ARR's and 

others' songs/ albums.



Don't torture urself condemning yourself when you don't like any of 

ARR's song/ album. It is OK. it is the genre that you don't like.



--

Rawat




 





 



  






  

Re: [arr] HAppy Independence Day

[Ram Motipally]

Thanks mate. After watching this video, I hopped on to the jana gana mana video 
below. What a brilliant effort. We all know the song, but the genius at work 
again ! Needless to say all the hair on my arms was standing ! Hope all enjoy 
the revisit

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MS6dHpHep4&feature=related




From: raamkumar vaidyanathan 
To: arr 
Cc: Gopal Srinivas 
Sent: Sat, August 14, 2010 10:47:23 AM
Subject: [arr] HAppy Independence Day

  


Happy Independence Day - Rahman 360http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nffO-WbiDbw






 ~ By-  Rαнмαη αddicт Ram™  ~ 






  

Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[Taimur Nadeem]

and i am not a fool as well who will come up with use the SAME STYLE  of 
writing after creating a new id . hey kishore if someone thinks in the way we 
do , why allegations of multiple ids are put on . tolerance has to prevail. and 
yes it was after 2005 that it all went wrong . Never felt a beautiful feeling 
for an A R RAHMAN hindi song after 2005 . just this could be the reason what 
you have written.

regards,

taimur

--- On Sun, 8/15/10, kishore parayath  wrote:

From: kishore parayath 
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 4:18 PM







 



  



  
  
  No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to 
re-use the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this 
group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to tell 
something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or negative. I 
dont need a separate identity for that.

And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree on 
the same. (Except Naan Varuven).By the way, My reply to the thread starter is: 
Rahman is too busy as u said, and he cannot avoid Tamil films at the same 
time... But U must accept that, due to Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy 
pressure on him. So he cannot handle the arrangements' department alone. So, he 
uses 6-8 people for the same. So, U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in 
the arrangements or BGMs. That is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to 
handle everything alone.
Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum quality. 
So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in every layer. But 
since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not accepting many offers, 
and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to change his strategy, since 
the human-being in him did not want anyone to be disappointed. So, he had to 
delegate his arrangement work to many, due to the busy schedule. After the 
oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has the quantity.
So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic in 
his songs.
Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will find 
the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
jai ho.
Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been in 
this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and negative, 
using my own identity.

Jai ho.



 





 



  






  

Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[Taimur Nadeem]

hey AJ ,hmmm do someone really exists with multiple ids , so much suspicion in 
your mind  , relax guy but its always good to read yur posts . 

 "I was listening to Endiran as it was composed 

> by Rahman only and if it had been by any other composer the critics would hav 
> shred

> it to pieces."

 hey krishna ,that is also my point the same people who are praising it would 
have blasted the album if it would have associated with someone self. but few 
understand it.

regards,

TAIMUR
KARACHI,
PAKISTAN.( writing to dissipate any doubts of AJ atleast on me )

--- On Sun, 8/15/10, AJ  wrote:

From: AJ 
Subject: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 3:59 PM







 



  



  
  
  Hmmm.the same old capital letters againthe same style of 
writing...is someone having fun using multiple IDs here to try and make it 
appear that his or her opinions have support?



"The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength of 
his music

> or his tunes may be with the exception of a  VTV or a RAVAN.or Couple's 
> Retreat, or Delhi 6, or Yuvvraaj, or Jodha Akbar, or Ada,..etc.. 



--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, krishna prasad  wrote:

>

> Hi friends,

> 

> The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength of 
> his music

> or his tunes may be with the exception of a  VTV or a RAVAN cos when i was 
> listening to

> Endiran ( it was really a good album) but the fact was the music arrangement 
> was not anything we could associate with Rahman. I was listening to Endiran 
> as it was composed 

> by Rahman only and if it had been by any other composer the critics would hav 
> shred

> it to pieces.

> 

> I understand that Rahman is busy with his international assignments and he 
> his taking up

> tamil projects as they are forced on him. 

> 

> Dear sir don't take up any tamil projects and if you do,  we need nothing 
> short of a RAHMAN  ALBUM meeting all the criteria associated with you.I feel 
> this is something you could do to your dear old TAMIL FANS.

> 

> The main point i would like to make is that Rahman's music should be enjoyed 
> by 

> EVERYONE and not just people would understand the finer aspects of Rahman's 
> music

> which is what is  happening right now as more and more people get alienated 
> from our Oscar winner. Remember even Buddha's teaching could not have got the 
> due acceptance

> if it had been so complex. 

> 

> I feel someone could take up this matter with boss, not as a compliant but as 
> a general

> media feedback.

> 

> regards

> Krishna

>






 





 



  






  

[arr] Re: Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[Sriram Iyer]

agree with AJ completely.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
>
> I think people should express their dislikes more specifically about a 
> particular album and not draw conclusions that today's Rahman is not as good 
> as yesterday's or he's lost it...whatever.  Regardless, it's someone's 
> opinion anyway and there really is no room for argument when it comes down to 
> that.
> 
> Good points.
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, V S Rawat  wrote:
> >
> > During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started liking 
> > ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.
> > 
> > But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 
> > Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 
> > appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 
> > on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 
> > jumping senselessly.
> > 
> > They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 
> > and I had lost faith on him.
> > 
> > But, then I again started liking his other albums, and even liked some 
> > of the songs in the above albums also. That was how I discovered the 
> > "growing" effect of ARR songs.
> > 
> > I still don't like some above mentioned songs but of course I now am 
> > mad about chhayya chhayaa and rangeela (mangta hai kya, can u 
> > believe?), I still don't like Roja much (not dislike but I have my 
> > likings), I didn't like most of JTJTN, Ghajini, I have a lot of 
> > misgivings about selection of type of music for JA that failed to 
> > measure up to Mughal-e-Azam, that was ARR's worst lost opportunity. 
> > Blue I have beaten endlessly.
> > 
> > And I still like Ravan, D6, and many more.
> > ---
> > 
> > With this background, I have discovered that ARR gives many genres of 
> > music and some genres I just don't like, can't like, whether it is by 
> > ARR or by anyone else.
> > 
> > So, I hope members should take some time to think it over about 
> > themselves.
> > 
> > 1. Please find out which genres of music you DO like.
> > 
> > 2. Please find out which genres of music you DON'T like.
> > 
> > 3. Now, think of ARR's songs that you DO like and find out whether 
> > these are in the genre that you like that you listed in "1" above.
> > 
> > 4. Also, think of ARR's songs that you DON'T like and find out these 
> > are in the genre that you DON'T like that you listed in "2" above.
> > 
> > I am sure it will give you some insights why you like some ARR songs/ 
> > albums, and why you don't like some other ARR songs/ albums.
> > 
> > I am also sure that it will give you some peace (not piece, ha ha ha) 
> > of mind coming to terms with your liking and disliking ARR's and 
> > others' songs/ albums.
> > 
> > Don't torture urself condemning yourself when you don't like any of 
> > ARR's song/ album. It is OK. it is the genre that you don't like.
> > 
> > --
> > Rawat
> >
>

[arr] Re: Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[AJ]

"Earlier ARR's music was unique, for you, and no one else was giving
it. Now, you have been hearing that unique style for 18 years, so its
novelty has withered somewhat, and others have also learned the style
ARR uses so they have also started trying elements of it, so you are
not able to find difference in pure ARR style and others' ARR's
mimicked style."

Excellent point, Rawat.  Completely agree.


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, V S Rawat  wrote:
>
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Sandeep Mody  wrote:
> >>
> >> "i feel if u hear himesh reshamiya music 100 times then u will like that 
> >> one
> >> also".
> 
> I think one has to trust his instincts and draw some line somewhere 
> that when he is not liking an album after repeated listening, it is 
> quite likely that the album is not to his liking, so he has to stop 
> after some number of listening.
> 
> I concede that ARR's some albums didn't click for me, say 1947Earth in 
> first repeatedly listenings, and then I gave up on it as not my type 
> of music, but I heard that again after some 6 months, and started 
> liking that.
> 
> Such type of experiences give you trust on a personality that what he 
> does has some depth on it so you give him enough tries till you start 
> liking it.
> 
> but then, I didn't like JTJYN and Ghajini and something made me 
> conclude fast that these are not my type of music so I gave up on 
> them. Still, after seeing the movie, I started liking mausam mastana 
> or something from the first and Kaise Mujhe Tu from the second.
> 
> So, nobody is telling you here that you keep on hearing ARR albums 
> endlessly and you are sure to like on 1000th or 1th hearing. It is 
> not so.
> 
> but, you should give them a reasonable try, that depends on you trust 
> on him that he has earned by his 18 years of work, that you don't give 
> up on his albums on one or two days. For ARR, I have observed that the 
> more time any of his albums takes to click with me, the more "durable" 
> it is for me, that is, i keep on liking it for more and more time.
> 
> I have heard Himesh's songs, and I can say that they are catchy. There 
> is no soul in them. They don't sustain. How many of you hear Tera Tera 
> Tera now, or herapheri's top of the chart songs now?
> 
> I can say that current Pritam's work has more soul that Himesh's all 
> songs put together may have. I don't need 100 listenings to like "aaj 
> din chadheya" or "chorbazari do nayano ki", and I am sure I wudn't 
> like Himesh's any song or JTJTN or GHajini even after 100 or 1000 
> listening.
> 
> >>
> >> Earlier Rahman music was so unique and melodius..if u hear first time then 
> >> u
> >> will like it but nowadays rahman has lost that quality
> 
> Earlier ARR's music was unique, for you, and no one else was giving 
> it. Now, you have been hearing that unique style for 18 years, so its 
> novelty has withered somewhat, and others have also learned the style 
> ARR uses so they have also started trying elements of it, so you are 
> not able to find difference in pure ARR style and others' ARR's 
> mimicked style.
> 
> --
> Rawat
>

[arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[indmovbuff]

Kishore,

I remember you objecting strongly to a post I made about Aisha's music and how 
it was not appropriate to compare anything or anyone to AR's music which I 
wasn't doing in the first place. only recommending a non-arr album I liked 
which does not in any way imply that I like Amit more than AR etc. 

But this accusation of yours- accusing Rahman of using "arrangers" to do the 
BGM is just way off the line, man. Way below the belt. Just re-read what you 
wrote and think how AR would feel if someone accused him of using someone else 
to do the BGM but take credit for it entirely like when he won Best Background 
score at Filmfare. I hope you understand the significance of your accusation. 



--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, kishore parayath  
wrote:
>
> No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to re-use
> the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this
> group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to
> tell something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or
> negative. I dont need a separate identity for that.
> 
> And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree
> on the same. (Except Naan Varuven).
> By the way,
> My reply to the thread starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he
> cannot avoid Tamil films at the same time... But U must accept that, due to
> Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle
> the arrangements' department alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So,
> U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That
> is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
> Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum
> quality. So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in
> every layer. But since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not
> accepting many offers, and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to
> change his strategy, since the human-being in him did not want anyone to be
> disappointed. So, he had to delegate his arrangement work to many, due to
> the busy schedule. After the oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has
> the quantity.
> So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic
> in his songs.
> 
> Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will
> find the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
> jai ho.
> 
> Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been
> in this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and
> negative, using my own identity.
> 
> Jai ho.
>

Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[A.R.Rajib]

Kishor bro ..Seems u live with the Man Himself !! Please Remind him that he
is yet to give me chance of taking a pic with him !! Please do this for me
:-(

And we would really like to hear the arrangers names also ! I feel "Their"
arrangements are the best in the world !! let's know their name as well :-)

You are full of informations !! hmm

On Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 12:52 AM, fani kalyan wrote:

>
>
> So what are the names of those 6-8 arrangers, their names are never seen on
> any cds?
>
>
> --- On *Sun, 8/15/10, kishore parayath *wrote:
>
>
> From: kishore parayath 
> Subject: Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 11:18 AM
>
>
>
>
> No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to
> re-use the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in
> this group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want
> to tell something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or
> negative. I dont need a separate identity for that.
>
> And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I
> disagree on the same. (Except Naan Varuven).
> By the way,
> My reply to the thread starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he
> cannot avoid Tamil films at the same time... But U must accept that, due to
> Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle
> the arrangements' department alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So,
> U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That
> is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
> Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum
> quality. So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in
> every layer. But since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not
> accepting many offers, and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to
> change his strategy, since the human-being in him did not want anyone to be
> disappointed. So, he had to delegate his arrangement work to many, due to
> the busy schedule. After the oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has
> the quantity.
> So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic
> in his songs.
>
> Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will
> find the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
> jai ho.
>
> Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have
> been in this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and
> negative, using my own identity.
>
> Jai ho.
>
>
>
>
> 
>



-- 
*- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~*

Re: [arr] THE RAHMAN TODAY---doesnt look good--

[shai]

hey bro,
 
i agree wit ur comments...very trueits more to his brand name nowif 
endhiran doesnt have the line music by ar rahman i wouldnt have listned to 
itonly bcoz i believe that song compose by arrahman should be good making 
me to like the music a little more..thats all
 
i wouldnt be surprise if shankar go on to work with harris jayaraj after this 
bcoz.nowday wat am i hearing always is rahman busy wit concerts,rahman busy 
with his international commitments...it really makes me sick...wat do i as a 
fan of his get till now...wat international commitments have made him 
today...nothingdo we really want to listen to english songs from an english 
movie which will not be like tamil or hindi songs that are so so soulful...
 
rahman's success today is bcoz of his 90's songs...people are always talking 
about his 90's songs...but i now that delhi 6 is very very good...but in the 
90's we get 3 or 4 delhi 6 standard of an album each year.
 
now he is busy with concerts...those who attended his concert will get the 
chance to see him and listen to his best songs...but this year he hasnt signed 
any movies so farwhy?there are millions that couldnt go for his concert,wat 
will they get?
 
i m enjoying endhiran{stand alone} but do u think its an album for a movie 
worth 120 million crores.i dun think so..sivaji was perfect...nobody 
complained...if we compare endhiran wit previous shankar's albums ,wat do u 
feel...?mukalla muqabla song from the movie kadhalan was fantastic music at 
that time even now...the song is great enough to make people love him...but 
irumbile oru idhayam is indeed just a good song but we only liked it after 
listening many times why?thats the psychology...listening to a song for 10 days 
will make u like the song bcoz u are listening to like the song and not 
listening to a song that u like...its different...
 
*90's = his music took him to reach greater heights
 
*today = he is taking his music to reach greater heights.think carefully 
which one do prefer...

guys ...please understand ,im writing this as my personal oppinion...u can 
share ur views about it or even advise me if i m wrong...but dun be stupid by 
bashing me i m one of u who love to see arrahman get to reach greater 
heights by producing soulful songs...not soulful sound.please forgive me if 
my comments hurt u guys.sincerely
 
i dont one to see one day mani ratnam's upcoming movie's music is composed by 
harris jayaraj...{his music is soulful,cheaper,faster and he has no concerts or 
international commitments to make directors wait for million years for his 
music)

--- On Sun, 8/15/10, krishna prasad  wrote:


From: krishna prasad 
Subject: [arr] THE RAHMAN TODAY
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 2:14 AM


  







Hi friends,

The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength of 
his music
or his tunes may be with the exception of a  VTV or a RAVAN cos when i was 
listening to
Endiran ( it was really a good album) but the fact was the music arrangement 
was not anything we could associate with Rahman. I was listening to Endiran as 
it was composed 
by Rahman only and if it had been by any other composer the critics would hav 
shred
it to pieces.

I understand that Rahman is busy with his international assignments and he his 
taking up
tamil projects as they are forced on him. 

Dear sir don't take up any tamil projects and if you do,  we need nothing short 
of a RAHMAN  ALBUM meeting all the criteria associated with you.I feel this is 
something you could do to your dear old TAMIL FANS.

The main point i would like to make is that Rahman's music should be enjoyed by 
EVERYONE and not just people would understand the finer aspects of Rahman's 
music
which is what is  happening right now as more and more people get alienated 
from our Oscar winner. Remember even Buddha's teaching could not have got the 
due acceptance
if it had been so complex. 

I feel someone could take up this matter with boss, not as a compliant but as a 
general
media feedback.

regards
Krishna












  

[arr] What is our role as a fan group ?

[Ram Motipally]

Friends,

I have been seeing some of the mails since Endhiran music has been released. 
There have been good, bad as well as outright ugly emails. This had me 
thinking, 
who are we as fans, what role do we have and since we are in a group, is there 
a 
decorum we need to follow ? Do we just allow all opinions or do we try to 
always 
be appreciative. I do not know all the answers, but this set me across a 
thought 
process which I wanted to pen down here. 

Since this is a AR fna group, what is the dictionary definition of a fan ? 
(reproduced from m-w.com)

Main Entry: 3fan
Function: noun
Etymology: probably short for fanatic
Date: 1682
1 : an enthusiastic devotee (as of a sport or a performing art) usually as a 
spectator
2 : an ardent admirer or enthusiast (as of a celebrity or a 
pursuit) 

If we take this definition, we are more or less (most of us) enthusiastic 
devotees/admirers or enthusiasts of AR, right ? And to enlarge this, we should 
be admirers of his entire body of work or his body of work over the total 
duration. Now, this does not mean we have to admire every song or album that he 
has ever churned out. At the very least this means that we need to have a 
context of the man, his music and his entire body of work. We need to be 
sensitive to the fact that the music is an input of many people like the 
director of the movie, producer, context of the movie, scene, emotion etc.

Are we really fans of AR or his music, if we just react to every song and album 
as a standalone piece of work ? Isnt that primarily a function of our like or 
dislike ? What has AR and his music got to do with our like or dislike ? Let me 
give the example of food - I love avakai (kind of pickle in andhra). If I feed 
it to my american friend, telling him it is the best thing in the world, he 
will 
run away ! Now, most of my american friends enjoy steaks (beef), I can never 
ever eat one ! Does this mean avakai or beef is good or bad ? Absolutely no, it 
is just a function of my like/dislike, my upbringing, my culture etc.

Now, what does one do if you dont enjoy a certain AR album or song ? If we are 
just reacting to our like/dislike at that point in time, then we will praise 
the 
song we like and rip the song we dont like. Infact what is happening is the 
individual is just reacting to his/her like/dislike, AR or the song has nothing 
to do with it. This will happen for any song or any musician they will hear. 
But 
if you are really a fan, you will go with a positive intent to enjoy the song, 
because you know the musician and his large body of work and know that you can 
expect quality stuff. You are patient, you invest more energy as you are a fan 
and take all possible efforts to not miss the quality music, you have 
experienced in the past. It is possible that you might still not like the 
music. 
I have not liked many of AR's songs or albums. Many times it is also a function 
of how I am feeling at the time. I might be neck deep in work issues and not 
find the effort to enjoy the music. Or I might be going through some personal 
issues and not be in the right frame of mind to enjoy AR's music at that point 
in time. Sometimes when I revisit the song after many years, I start to like 
it. 
Sometimes being in a forum like this and listening to others opinions helps me 
enjoy the music even more and discover other nuances, that I think is the best 
part of my being part of this fan group. 

So, what is a good responsibility to have as a fan ? If one is really a fan, I 
think the following should apply:

1) The fan will take reasonable efforts and invest energy to enjoy each new 
piece of work. This is owed by the fan to himself/herself for having known AR 
and his music for a long duration.
2) Please be generous with praise. But be a little understated with criticism. 
Never be blatantly nasty with criticism, if that is what you want, please go to 
some other group.
3) If you dont like the song/album please use decency in expressing it.
4) And finally AR does not owe anything to anyone. So any opinions of what he 
is 
doing, what he should do and how he should do anything are totally uncalled 
for. 
At best suggestions/recommendations can be made.

To summarize, if you really believe you are a fan, please act responsibly as 
one. If you are not a fan,  but just like to listen to some work or AR and rip 
some, then please do so with decency. If you are outright malicious and only 
intent is to criticize AR or his music (there are some here) please stay away 
from this group.

I hope atleast some of you will agree with these views and that too after Gopal 
allows this post.

Cheers !
Ram



  

Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[mohammed sajin]

Okay, we believe you Kishore.

By the way, where did you get the news about 'BATTLESHIP'

SAJIN





From: kishore parayath 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, August 15, 2010 8:18:34 PM
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

  
No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to re-use 
the 
same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this group 
knows, 
that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to tell something, I 
will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or negative. I dont need a 
separate identity for that.

And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree on 
the same. (Except Naan Varuven).
By the way, 
My reply to the thread starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he cannot 
avoid Tamil films at the same time... But U must accept that, due to Rahman's 
busy schedule, there is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle the 
arrangements' department alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So, U 
cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That is 
just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum quality. 
So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in every layer. But 
since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not accepting many offers, 
and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to change his strategy, since 
the 
human-being in him did not want anyone to be disappointed. So, he had to 
delegate his arrangement work to many, due to the busy schedule. After the 
oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has the quantity.
So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic in 
his songs.

Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will find 
the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
jai ho.

Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been in 
this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and negative, 
using 
my own identity.

Jai ho.
 


  

[arr] Re: Congrats to Mugdha - KM Music Student on SaReGaMaPa Singing Superstar

[Raghu]

what an amazing performance.. she is breathtaking..
absolute winner...congrats Mugdha Hasabnis.
way to go kmmc.


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, KJ  wrote:
>
> She was fantastic, Totally came in with a bang! The juries were stunned. But
> i dint like the idea about Vishal asking what is KM Conservatory. And i dont
> think so it was asked out of ignorance
> 
> On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 1:11 AM, AJ  wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > http://www.bollywood.com/rahmans-students-score
> >
> > Forgive me if this has been posted before...
> >
> > Rahman's Students Score!
> >
> > By Hindustan Times
> >
> > Mumbai, Aug. 13 -- She's a polyglot from A R Rahman's music academy, KM
> > Conservatory, in Chennai and has made it to the top finalists of Sa Re Ga Ma
> > Pa Singing Superstars on Zee TV that kicks off tonight.
> >
> > Mugdha has been studying music at Rahman's school for the last one year.
> > She learnt Hindustani classical and semi-classical music during her growing
> > up years. Today, she also sings in seven languages, apart from various other
> > styles.
> >
> > When asked about making it to the top batch of contestants on the show,
> > Mugdha who is participating in a reality show for the first time, says,
> > "It's my teachers' and my family's blessings. I hope to not let them down."
> >
> > The 20-something singer feels blessed to have made it to the The KM
> > Conservatory. "Rahman sir has been a pillar of support. The school has
> > gained more popularity after sir won the Oscars. He had a few sessions with
> > us despite a tight schedule. He interacted with us in the batch personally.
> > He gave us great inputs about playback singing. I just want to make him
> > proud now."
> >
> > Mugdha, who has sung for a Tamil film and a nursery rhyme album, hopes to
> > find work in Bollywood after the show ends. "This show is my biggest
> > platform so far," she asserts. "I hope I find work as a playback singer and
> > make it big. Maybe then, I can also spread awareness about the global forms
> > of music."
> >
> >  
> >
>

Re: [arr] Re: Endhiran - The magic have finally been revealed to me

[Sandeep Mody]

hahahaha
chill guys...m not against ARR and i just gave example of himesh [i could
have said pritam also or any other]
ARR is god for me m dying to listen his music..for me endhiran is not gud
and for that i m not stoppping others to njoy...
but i shared my opininn being ARR fan otherwise it wudnt matter whether ARR
make gud music or bad music..if some one is not able to satisfy ur expectn
then it will hurt you [i dont have any expetn from himesh so it wont matter
for me how bad music is]

So guys njoy endhiran and yes ofcourse i hear ARRs old music only and VTV is
far better than endhrina..infact i liked puli music then endhiran..

On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 9:53 PM, aslam ASLAM wrote:

>
>
> hey its funny to say Endhiran is not good..
> If u are going to compare it with old songs, then there will come a time
> when u ll say endhiran was very good and this new abc film is bad ...
> There was a time when people said vtv is not good as dil se and so on ...
> But now everyone one says endhiran is not as good as VTV
> So sit back relax and if u don find the magic let the people who found the
> magic enjoy it :)
>
>
>
>  
>



-- 
Trusting in God never makes the mountain smaller, it just makes the climbing
easier. I never ask Him for the lighter load, but only for the stronger
back.

when goin is very tough , tough get goin...

[arr] Re: Samarpana Orphanage Visit - Very Purposeful and Heartening

[Vithur]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/samarpana_15_august_2010/



On 8/15/10, Vithur  wrote:
> Dear All,
>
> A group of us have been to the Samarpana Orphanage today in Chennai.
> We had a very satisfying day, spent time with the Children, Elders. We
> donated Clothes, Provisions and other utlities to the Members there
> and also Sponsored their breakfast.
>
> We will share pics and videos soon
>
> It was really very heartening. The Children and the Elders are all
> Mentally Challenged.
>
> God Bless them ..
>
> Jai Ho
>
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
>


-- 
regards,
Vithur

Re: [arr] Adnan Sami composing BGM for Jhoota Hi Sahi

[pratap]

I don't think this is true...

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Indian-Movie-BGMS/146146955399503
http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/ Please do not add me in YM. I only use 
this account for the group...


--- On Sun, 8/15/10, Hameed Akbar  wrote:

From: Hameed Akbar 
Subject: Re: [arr] Adnan Sami composing BGM for Jhoota Hi Sahi
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 10:18 AM







 



  



  
  
  if this news is true then its very unfortunate..

On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 6:49 AM, Ashok Purohit  wrote:
















 



  



  
  
  http://www.funrocker.com/songs/hindi-songs/jhootha-hee-sahi.html

 


 
Jhootha Hee Sahi is Bollywood movie and You will listen its Hindi Songs for 
free from here. John Abraham after putting great effort towards acting step 
forward towards production as most of the Bollywood actors do. He is producing 
his movie named Jhoota Hi Sahi who got this new title a few days before. Old 
titles suggested for the movie were 1-800 Love and Call Me Dil. Adnan Sami Khan 
the famous singer from Pakistan is going to give background music for Jhoota hi 
Sahi. songs Abbas Tyrewala directed and produced the movie along John. The cast 
of
 movie includes John Abraham, Pakhi, R. Madhavan, Sohail Khan, Arbaaz Khan, 
Naseeruddin Shah the crew planned to release the movie on 15 October, 2010. It 
is a movie a subjected on a woman who after many hurdles decided to commit 
suicide and before suicide makes a final call. This call seems lucky for her 
and due to error in connection the call mistakenly connects to a man. That man 
does not feel good to know about her decision and shows her light and a new 
path for a new life. The movie is a combination of comedy and romance and this 
blend is written by Pakhi.   Adnan Sami, the playback singer of the movie sang 
songs for the movie under the music direction of award winning A.R Rehman whose 
presence in any movie reveals his magic in the songs of that movie. Songs of 
Jhoota Hi Sahi are not yet released but fans of John are waiting for them from 
a long time.
 


Regards,
Ashok Singh Purohit



 









  











 





 



  






  

[arr] Re: What is our role as a fan group ?

[AJ]

Bravo!  Awesome post, Ram!  Keep em coming!  Totally agree!

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Ram Motipally  wrote:
>
> Friends,
> 
> I have been seeing some of the mails since Endhiran music has been released. 
> There have been good, bad as well as outright ugly emails. This had me 
> thinking, 
> who are we as fans, what role do we have and since we are in a group, is 
> there a 
> decorum we need to follow ? Do we just allow all opinions or do we try to 
> always 
> be appreciative. I do not know all the answers, but this set me across a 
> thought 
> process which I wanted to pen down here. 
> 
> Since this is a AR fna group, what is the dictionary definition of a fan ? 
> (reproduced from m-w.com)
> 
> Main Entry: 3fan
> Function: noun
> Etymology: probably short for fanatic
> Date: 1682
> 1 : an enthusiastic devotee (as of a sport or a performing art) usually as a 
> spectator
> 2 : an ardent admirer or enthusiast (as of a celebrity or a 
> pursuit) 
> 
> If we take this definition, we are more or less (most of us) enthusiastic 
> devotees/admirers or enthusiasts of AR, right ? And to enlarge this, we 
> should 
> be admirers of his entire body of work or his body of work over the total 
> duration. Now, this does not mean we have to admire every song or album that 
> he 
> has ever churned out. At the very least this means that we need to have a 
> context of the man, his music and his entire body of work. We need to be 
> sensitive to the fact that the music is an input of many people like the 
> director of the movie, producer, context of the movie, scene, emotion etc.
> 
> Are we really fans of AR or his music, if we just react to every song and 
> album 
> as a standalone piece of work ? Isnt that primarily a function of our like or 
> dislike ? What has AR and his music got to do with our like or dislike ? Let 
> me 
> give the example of food - I love avakai (kind of pickle in andhra). If I 
> feed 
> it to my american friend, telling him it is the best thing in the world, he 
> will 
> run away ! Now, most of my american friends enjoy steaks (beef), I can never 
> ever eat one ! Does this mean avakai or beef is good or bad ? Absolutely no, 
> it 
> is just a function of my like/dislike, my upbringing, my culture etc.
> 
> Now, what does one do if you dont enjoy a certain AR album or song ? If we 
> are 
> just reacting to our like/dislike at that point in time, then we will praise 
> the 
> song we like and rip the song we dont like. Infact what is happening is the 
> individual is just reacting to his/her like/dislike, AR or the song has 
> nothing 
> to do with it. This will happen for any song or any musician they will hear. 
> But 
> if you are really a fan, you will go with a positive intent to enjoy the 
> song, 
> because you know the musician and his large body of work and know that you 
> can 
> expect quality stuff. You are patient, you invest more energy as you are a 
> fan 
> and take all possible efforts to not miss the quality music, you have 
> experienced in the past. It is possible that you might still not like the 
> music. 
> I have not liked many of AR's songs or albums. Many times it is also a 
> function 
> of how I am feeling at the time. I might be neck deep in work issues and not 
> find the effort to enjoy the music. Or I might be going through some personal 
> issues and not be in the right frame of mind to enjoy AR's music at that 
> point 
> in time. Sometimes when I revisit the song after many years, I start to like 
> it. 
> Sometimes being in a forum like this and listening to others opinions helps 
> me 
> enjoy the music even more and discover other nuances, that I think is the 
> best 
> part of my being part of this fan group. 
> 
> So, what is a good responsibility to have as a fan ? If one is really a fan, 
> I 
> think the following should apply:
> 
> 1) The fan will take reasonable efforts and invest energy to enjoy each new 
> piece of work. This is owed by the fan to himself/herself for having known AR 
> and his music for a long duration.
> 2) Please be generous with praise. But be a little understated with 
> criticism. 
> Never be blatantly nasty with criticism, if that is what you want, please go 
> to 
> some other group.
> 3) If you dont like the song/album please use decency in expressing it.
> 4) And finally AR does not owe anything to anyone. So any opinions of what he 
> is 
> doing, what he should do and how he should do anything are totally uncalled 
> for. 
> At best suggestions/recommendations can be made.
> 
> To summarize, if you really believe you are a fan, please act responsibly as 
> one. If you are not a fan,  but just like to listen to some work or AR and 
> rip 
> some, then please do so with decency. If you are outright malicious and only 
> intent is to criticize AR or his music (there are some here) please stay away 
> from this group.
> 
> I hope atleast some of you will agree with these views and that too after 
> Gopa

[arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[AJ]

Indmovbuff,

You nailed it!  Agree completely!  

At the same time, ARR is part of a team of musicians and if blame or credit is 
to be given, it's ARR's ultimate responsibility for the product, but there are 
others who contribute.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "indmovbuff"  wrote:
>
> 
> Kishore,
> 
> I remember you objecting strongly to a post I made about Aisha's music and 
> how it was not appropriate to compare anything or anyone to AR's music which 
> I wasn't doing in the first place. only recommending a non-arr album I liked 
> which does not in any way imply that I like Amit more than AR etc. 
> 
> But this accusation of yours- accusing Rahman of using "arrangers" to do the 
> BGM is just way off the line, man. Way below the belt. Just re-read what you 
> wrote and think how AR would feel if someone accused him of using someone 
> else to do the BGM but take credit for it entirely like when he won Best 
> Background score at Filmfare. I hope you understand the significance of your 
> accusation. 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, kishore parayath  
> wrote:
> >
> > No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to re-use
> > the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this
> > group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to
> > tell something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or
> > negative. I dont need a separate identity for that.
> > 
> > And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree
> > on the same. (Except Naan Varuven).
> > By the way,
> > My reply to the thread starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he
> > cannot avoid Tamil films at the same time... But U must accept that, due to
> > Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle
> > the arrangements' department alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So,
> > U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That
> > is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
> > Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum
> > quality. So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in
> > every layer. But since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not
> > accepting many offers, and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to
> > change his strategy, since the human-being in him did not want anyone to be
> > disappointed. So, he had to delegate his arrangement work to many, due to
> > the busy schedule. After the oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has
> > the quantity.
> > So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic
> > in his songs.
> > 
> > Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will
> > find the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
> > jai ho.
> > 
> > Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been
> > in this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and
> > negative, using my own identity.
> > 
> > Jai ho.
> >
>

[arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[AJ]

"yes it was after 2005 that it all went wrong . Never felt a beautiful feeling 
for an A R RAHMAN hindi song after 2005 . just this could be the reason what 
you have written"

Wow, you and Kishore agree completely all the time!  What a coincidence.as 
if you're twins..or alter egos!

If something did go wrong after 2005, it wasn't ARR or his music according to 
most people.

look a little closer to home..

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Taimur Nadeem  wrote:
>
> and i am not a fool as well who will come up with use the SAME STYLE  of 
> writing after creating a new id . hey kishore if someone thinks in the way we 
> do , why allegations of multiple ids are put on . tolerance has to prevail. 
> and yes it was after 2005 that it all went wrong . Never felt a beautiful 
> feeling for an A R RAHMAN hindi song after 2005 . just this could be the 
> reason what you have written.
> 
> regards,
> 
> taimur
> 
> --- On Sun, 8/15/10, kishore parayath  wrote:
> 
> From: kishore parayath 
> Subject: Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 4:18 PM
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>  
> 
> 
> 
>   
> 
> 
> 
>   
>   
>   No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to 
> re-use the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in 
> this group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to 
> tell something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or 
> negative. I dont need a separate identity for that.
> 
> And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree 
> on the same. (Except Naan Varuven).By the way, My reply to the thread 
> starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he cannot avoid Tamil films at 
> the same time... But U must accept that, due to Rahman's busy schedule, there 
> is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle the arrangements' department 
> alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So, U cannot expect the complete 
> Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That is just because time doesnt 
> permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
> Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum 
> quality. So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in every 
> layer. But since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not accepting 
> many offers, and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to change his 
> strategy, since the human-being in him did not want anyone to be 
> disappointed. So, he had to delegate his arrangement work to many, due to the 
> busy schedule. After the oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has the 
> quantity.
> So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic in 
> his songs.
> Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will 
> find the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
> jai ho.
> Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been 
> in this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and negative, 
> using my own identity.
> 
> Jai ho.
>

Re: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[AJ]

I can think of lots of songs by ARR in the past 5 years...only my opinion

Tere Bina
Jaage
Aye Hairathe Aashiqui
Khwaja Mere Khwaja
Jashne Bahaar
Marudhani
Zindagi
Muskura
Man Mohiney More
Ishq Ada (Female)
Hawa Sun Hawa
Kabhi Aditi
Kahin To
Jaane Tu Mere Kya Tha (male and female)
Kaise Mujhe
Rehna Tu
Dil Gira Dafatan
Maula Mere Maula
Bhoola Tujhe
Aaromale
Sajana
VTV Title Song
Hosanna
Kaadhal Anukal
Namakame
Ja Re Ud Ja Re


 that have the same brilliance and sweetness as you described that ARR had in 
the 1990s.  Taimur, you come from such a biased perspective and buddy, a lot of 
people won't agree with you.  Your opinion is not the truth.  If you like the 
ARR of the 90s better than todayfine...that's your takebut that doesn't 
mean ARR of the 90s is better than ARR of today as a fact  Nostalgia plays 
a big part too.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Taimur Nadeem  wrote:
>
> hey Rawat,
>                 My point has always been that all the 90s and 
> early 2000s whatever A R RAHMAN has done is been ultra brilliant , midas 
> touch is what he used to possess , films got hit on just his music. whatever 
> genre ,whatever instrument , whatever raga he used , shined like a gold , the 
> tunes were all heavenly , the essence of songs goodness me . 
> 
> you pointed out urvashi urvashi , just see analyze that song , i mean just 
> look at the magic, could anyone thought that sarangi can be used for a 
> youthful song , the claps the jathis tabla , i mean the whole song is master 
> class , take ennavale O my GOD a divine song , every second is sweeter than 
> honey .does any song has such sweetness or brilliance now , the answer is 
> simply no .
> 
> s
> 
> 
> 
> --- On Sun, 8/15/10, V S Rawat  wrote:
> 
> From: V S Rawat 
> Subject: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres 
> given by ARR
> To: "arrf" 
> Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 4:24 PM
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>  
> 
> 
> 
>   
> 
> 
> 
>   
>   
>   During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started liking 
> 
> ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.
> 
> 
> 
> But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 
> 
> Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 
> 
> appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 
> 
> on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 
> 
> jumping senselessly.
> 
> 
> 
> They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 
> 
> and I had lost faith on him.
> 
> 
> 
> But, then I again started liking his other albums, and even liked some 
> 
> of the songs in the above albums also. That was how I discovered the 
> 
> "growing" effect of ARR songs.
> 
> 
> 
> I still don't like some above mentioned songs but of course I now am 
> 
> mad about chhayya chhayaa and rangeela (mangta hai kya, can u 
> 
> believe?), I still don't like Roja much (not dislike but I have my 
> 
> likings), I didn't like most of JTJTN, Ghajini, I have a lot of 
> 
> misgivings about selection of type of music for JA that failed to 
> 
> measure up to Mughal-e-Azam, that was ARR's worst lost opportunity. 
> 
> Blue I have beaten endlessly.
> 
> 
> 
> And I still like Ravan, D6, and many more.
> 
> ---
> 
> 
> 
> With this background, I have discovered that ARR gives many genres of 
> 
> music and some genres I just don't like, can't like, whether it is by 
> 
> ARR or by anyone else.
> 
> 
> 
> So, I hope members should take some time to think it over about 
> 
> themselves.
> 
> 
> 
> 1. Please find out which genres of music you DO like.
> 
> 
> 
> 2. Please find out which genres of music you DON'T like.
> 
> 
> 
> 3. Now, think of ARR's songs that you DO like and find out whether 
> 
> these are in the genre that you like that you listed in "1" above.
> 
> 
> 
> 4. Also, think of ARR's songs that you DON'T like and find out these 
> 
> are in the genre that you DON'T like that you listed in "2" above.
> 
> 
> 
> I am sure it will give you some insights why you like some ARR songs/ 
> 
> albums, and why you don't like some other ARR songs/ albums.
> 
> 
> 
> I am also sure that it will give you some peace (not piece, ha ha ha) 
> 
> of mind coming to terms with your liking and disliking ARR's and 
> 
> others' songs/ albums.
> 
> 
> 
> Don't torture urself condemning yourself when you don't like any of 
> 
> ARR's song/ album. It is OK. it is the genre that you don't like.
> 
> 
> 
> --
> 
> Rawat
>

[arr] Day after PM steps in, GoM clears Rahman song

[Gopal Srinivasan]

Day after PM steps in, GoM clears Rahman song


A day after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s intervention, the Group of
Ministers (GoM) headed by Urban Development Minister Jaipal Reddy
today held a three-hour marathon meeting on the Commonwealth Games, in
which the theme song as well as other aspects related to the sporting
event were finalised.

According to sources, the GoM gave its approval to the theme song
after a powerpoint presentation by Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman.
Rahman turned up an hour late for the meeting but the theme song he
had composed more than made up for the delay, sources said. However,
they declined to share details of the song.

Others who were present included filmmaker Shyam Benegal and Bharat Bala.

The GoM has been empowered by Prime Minister to take all necessary
decisions for the smooth conduct of the Games. The Prime Minister did
so yesterday after convening an emergency meeting to review
preparations for the Games in the wake of alleged corruption scandals.

http://www.indianexpress.com/news/day-after-pm-steps-in-gom-clears-rahman-song/660779/




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Re: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[AJ]

My list is not exhaustive and I forgot to include some songs of RDB and 
Water...which are some of ARR's career finest..but you get my point.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
>
> I can think of lots of songs by ARR in the past 5 years...only my opinion
> 
> Tere Bina
> Jaage
> Aye Hairathe Aashiqui
> Khwaja Mere Khwaja
> Jashne Bahaar
> Marudhani
> Zindagi
> Muskura
> Man Mohiney More
> Ishq Ada (Female)
> Hawa Sun Hawa
> Kabhi Aditi
> Kahin To
> Jaane Tu Mere Kya Tha (male and female)
> Kaise Mujhe
> Rehna Tu
> Dil Gira Dafatan
> Maula Mere Maula
> Bhoola Tujhe
> Aaromale
> Sajana
> VTV Title Song
> Hosanna
> Kaadhal Anukal
> Namakame
> Ja Re Ud Ja Re
> 
> 
>  that have the same brilliance and sweetness as you described that ARR had in 
> the 1990s.  Taimur, you come from such a biased perspective and buddy, a lot 
> of people won't agree with you.  Your opinion is not the truth.  If you like 
> the ARR of the 90s better than todayfine...that's your takebut that 
> doesn't mean ARR of the 90s is better than ARR of today as a fact  
> Nostalgia plays a big part too.
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Taimur Nadeem  wrote:
> >
> > hey Rawat,
> >                 My point has always been that all the 90s 
> > and early 2000s whatever A R RAHMAN has done is been ultra brilliant , 
> > midas touch is what he used to possess , films got hit on just his music. 
> > whatever genre ,whatever instrument , whatever raga he used , shined like a 
> > gold , the tunes were all heavenly , the essence of songs goodness me . 
> > 
> > you pointed out urvashi urvashi , just see analyze that song , i mean just 
> > look at the magic, could anyone thought that sarangi can be used for a 
> > youthful song , the claps the jathis tabla , i mean the whole song is 
> > master class , take ennavale O my GOD a divine song , every second is 
> > sweeter than honey .does any song has such sweetness or brilliance now , 
> > the answer is simply no .
> > 
> > s
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > --- On Sun, 8/15/10, V S Rawat  wrote:
> > 
> > From: V S Rawat 
> > Subject: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres 
> > given by ARR
> > To: "arrf" 
> > Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 4:24 PM
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >  
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >   
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >   
> >   
> >   During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started liking 
> > 
> > ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 
> > 
> > Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 
> > 
> > appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 
> > 
> > on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 
> > 
> > jumping senselessly.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 
> > 
> > and I had lost faith on him.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > But, then I again started liking his other albums, and even liked some 
> > 
> > of the songs in the above albums also. That was how I discovered the 
> > 
> > "growing" effect of ARR songs.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > I still don't like some above mentioned songs but of course I now am 
> > 
> > mad about chhayya chhayaa and rangeela (mangta hai kya, can u 
> > 
> > believe?), I still don't like Roja much (not dislike but I have my 
> > 
> > likings), I didn't like most of JTJTN, Ghajini, I have a lot of 
> > 
> > misgivings about selection of type of music for JA that failed to 
> > 
> > measure up to Mughal-e-Azam, that was ARR's worst lost opportunity. 
> > 
> > Blue I have beaten endlessly.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > And I still like Ravan, D6, and many more.
> > 
> > ---
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > With this background, I have discovered that ARR gives many genres of 
> > 
> > music and some genres I just don't like, can't like, whether it is by 
> > 
> > ARR or by anyone else.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > So, I hope members should take some time to think it over about 
> > 
> > themselves.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 1. Please find out which genres of music you DO like.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 2. Please find out which genres of music you DON'T like.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 3. Now, think of ARR's songs that you DO like and find out whether 
> > 
> > these are in the genre that you like that you listed in "1" above.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 4. Also, think of ARR's songs that you DON'T like and find out these 
> > 
> > are in the genre that you DON'T like that you listed in "2" above.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > I am sure it will give you some insights why you like some ARR songs/ 
> > 
> > albums, and why you don't like some other ARR songs/ albums.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > I am also sure that it will give you some peace (not piece, ha ha ha) 
> > 
> > of mind coming to terms with your liking and disliking ARR's and 
> > 
> > others' songs/ albums.
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Don't torture urself condemning yourself wh

[arr] Re: What is our role as a fan group ?

[AJ]

Some notable members also bring in a TON of negativity to this group beyond 
just criticizing or not liking an albumconstantly telling us how he doesn't 
like ARR's music post a certain year and after each ARR album, completely 
writing it off saying how disappointed he is and once again, how he has not 
been impressed with an ARR song since  a certain year, how things went wrong 
after a certain yearetc. etc.

Give it up.if ARR is that disappointing to you these days, why keep posting 
here?  Please let the rest of us enjoy his work today and stop distracting our 
appreciation with your constant negativity!

As someone else posted.your silence is sweetness!

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
>
> Bravo!  Awesome post, Ram!  Keep em coming!  Totally agree!
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Ram Motipally  wrote:
> >
> > Friends,
> > 
> > I have been seeing some of the mails since Endhiran music has been 
> > released. 
> > There have been good, bad as well as outright ugly emails. This had me 
> > thinking, 
> > who are we as fans, what role do we have and since we are in a group, is 
> > there a 
> > decorum we need to follow ? Do we just allow all opinions or do we try to 
> > always 
> > be appreciative. I do not know all the answers, but this set me across a 
> > thought 
> > process which I wanted to pen down here. 
> > 
> > Since this is a AR fna group, what is the dictionary definition of a fan ? 
> > (reproduced from m-w.com)
> > 
> > Main Entry: 3fan
> > Function: noun
> > Etymology: probably short for fanatic
> > Date: 1682
> > 1 : an enthusiastic devotee (as of a sport or a performing art) usually as 
> > a 
> > spectator
> > 2 : an ardent admirer or enthusiast (as of a celebrity or a 
> > pursuit) 
> > 
> > If we take this definition, we are more or less (most of us) enthusiastic 
> > devotees/admirers or enthusiasts of AR, right ? And to enlarge this, we 
> > should 
> > be admirers of his entire body of work or his body of work over the total 
> > duration. Now, this does not mean we have to admire every song or album 
> > that he 
> > has ever churned out. At the very least this means that we need to have a 
> > context of the man, his music and his entire body of work. We need to be 
> > sensitive to the fact that the music is an input of many people like the 
> > director of the movie, producer, context of the movie, scene, emotion etc.
> > 
> > Are we really fans of AR or his music, if we just react to every song and 
> > album 
> > as a standalone piece of work ? Isnt that primarily a function of our like 
> > or 
> > dislike ? What has AR and his music got to do with our like or dislike ? 
> > Let me 
> > give the example of food - I love avakai (kind of pickle in andhra). If I 
> > feed 
> > it to my american friend, telling him it is the best thing in the world, he 
> > will 
> > run away ! Now, most of my american friends enjoy steaks (beef), I can 
> > never 
> > ever eat one ! Does this mean avakai or beef is good or bad ? Absolutely 
> > no, it 
> > is just a function of my like/dislike, my upbringing, my culture etc.
> > 
> > Now, what does one do if you dont enjoy a certain AR album or song ? If we 
> > are 
> > just reacting to our like/dislike at that point in time, then we will 
> > praise the 
> > song we like and rip the song we dont like. Infact what is happening is the 
> > individual is just reacting to his/her like/dislike, AR or the song has 
> > nothing 
> > to do with it. This will happen for any song or any musician they will 
> > hear. But 
> > if you are really a fan, you will go with a positive intent to enjoy the 
> > song, 
> > because you know the musician and his large body of work and know that you 
> > can 
> > expect quality stuff. You are patient, you invest more energy as you are a 
> > fan 
> > and take all possible efforts to not miss the quality music, you have 
> > experienced in the past. It is possible that you might still not like the 
> > music. 
> > I have not liked many of AR's songs or albums. Many times it is also a 
> > function 
> > of how I am feeling at the time. I might be neck deep in work issues and 
> > not 
> > find the effort to enjoy the music. Or I might be going through some 
> > personal 
> > issues and not be in the right frame of mind to enjoy AR's music at that 
> > point 
> > in time. Sometimes when I revisit the song after many years, I start to 
> > like it. 
> > Sometimes being in a forum like this and listening to others opinions helps 
> > me 
> > enjoy the music even more and discover other nuances, that I think is the 
> > best 
> > part of my being part of this fan group. 
> > 
> > So, what is a good responsibility to have as a fan ? If one is really a 
> > fan, I 
> > think the following should apply:
> > 
> > 1) The fan will take reasonable efforts and invest energy to enjoy each new 
> > piece of work. This is owed by the fan to himself/herself for having known 
> > AR 
> 

Re: [arr] THE RAHMAN TODAY---doesnt look good--

[Indmov Buff]

Shai,

is this the same guy who thought Raavan was a "my god" album! You even said 
that 
it was better than VTV and a masterpiece. What happened? And don't worry, Mani 
Ratnam is not going Harris Jeyeraj's way. And to answer your question

"wat international commitments have made him today...nothing..."

Have you forgotten the "international commitment" that brought AR two 
significant Oscars along with many other reputed music awards bestowed on an 
Indian for the first time! Come on Shai. Please try not to use phrases like " 
it 
makes me sic". AR is not our property. He is not our slave for him to do 
"something for us because we are his fans". He should be and is a slave to 
music 
and only music-that's why we are here.  I think he deserves respect for that 
and 
enjoy what we can. Not all his albums may please you but remember that it 
pleases someone else out there. That's life. "Like a box of chocolates! "






From: shai 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Cc: nbk4...@yahoo.com
Sent: Sun, 15 August, 2010 20:36:48
Subject: Re: [arr] THE RAHMAN TODAY---doesnt look good--

  
hey bro,
 
i agree wit ur comments...very trueits more to his brand name nowif 
endhiran doesnt have the line music by ar rahman i wouldnt have listned to 
itonly bcoz i believe that song compose by arrahman should be good making 
me 
to like the music a little more..thats all
 
i wouldnt be surprise if shankar go on to work with harris jayaraj after this 
bcoz.nowday wat am i hearing always is rahman busy wit concerts,rahman busy 
with 
his international commitments...it really makes me sick...wat do i as a fan of 
his get till now...wat international commitments have made him 
today...nothingdo we really want to listen to english songs from an english 
movie which will not be like tamil or hindi songs that are so so soulful...
 
rahman's success today is bcoz of his 90's songs...people are always talking 
about his 90's songs...but i now that delhi 6 is very very good...but in the 
90's we get 3 or 4 delhi 6 standard of an album each year.
 
now he is busy with concerts...those who attended his concert will get the 
chance to see him and listen to his best songs...but this year he hasnt signed 
any movies so farwhy?there are millions that couldnt go for his concert,wat 
will they get?
 
i m enjoying endhiran{stand alone} but do u think its an album for a movie 
worth 
120 million crores.i dun think so..sivaji was perfect...nobody 
complained...if we compare endhiran wit previous shankar's albums ,wat do u 
feel...?mukalla muqabla song from the movie kadhalan was fantastic music at 
that 
time even now...the song is great enough to make people love him...but irumbile 
oru idhayam is indeed just a good song but we only liked it after listening 
many 
times why?thats the psychology...listening to a song for 10 days will make u 
like the song bcoz u are listening to like the song and not listening to a song 
that u like...its different...
 
*90's = his music took him to reach greater heights
 
*today = he is taking his music to reach greater heights.think carefully 
which one do prefer...

guys ...please understand ,im writing this as my personal oppinion...u can 
share 
ur views about it or even advise me if i m wrong...but dun be stupid by bashing 
me i m one of u who love to see arrahman get to reach greater heights by 
producing soulful songs...not soulful sound.please forgive me if my 
comments 
hurt u guys.sincerely
 
i dont one to see one day mani ratnam's upcoming movie's music is composed by 
harris jayaraj...{his music is soulful,cheaper,faster and he has no concerts or 
international commitments to make directors wait for million years for his 
music)

--- On Sun, 8/15/10, krishna prasad  wrote:


>From: krishna prasad 
>Subject: [arr] THE RAHMAN TODAY
>To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
>Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 2:14 AM
>
>
>  
>Hi friends,
>
>The Rahman today is more dependent on his brand name than on the strength of 
>his 
>music
>or his tunes may be with the exception of a  VTV or a RAVAN cos when i was 
>listening to
>Endiran ( it was really a good album) but the fact was the music arrangement 
>was 
>not anything we could associate with Rahman. I was listening to Endiran as it 
>was composed 
>
>by Rahman only and if it had been by any other composer the critics would hav 
>shred
>it to pieces.
>
>I understand that Rahman is busy with his international assignments and he his 
>taking up
>tamil projects as they are forced on him. 
>
>Dear sir don't take up any tamil projects and if you do,  we need nothing 
>short 
>of a RAHMAN  ALBUM meeting all the criteria associated with you.I feel this is 
>something you could do to your dear old TAMIL FANS.
>
>The main point i would like to make is that Rahman's music should be enjoyed 
>by 

>EVERYONE  and not just people would understand the finer aspects of Rahman's 
>music
>which is wh

[arr] Re: Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[raj]

Nice way of putting why you dont like somethng and why you like something. Good 
mail Rawatji.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, V S Rawat  wrote:
>
> During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started liking 
> ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.
> 
> But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 
> Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 
> appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 
> on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 
> jumping senselessly.
> 
> They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 
> and I had lost faith on him.
> 
> But, then I again started liking his other albums, and even liked some 
> of the songs in the above albums also. That was how I discovered the 
> "growing" effect of ARR songs.
> 
> I still don't like some above mentioned songs but of course I now am 
> mad about chhayya chhayaa and rangeela (mangta hai kya, can u 
> believe?), I still don't like Roja much (not dislike but I have my 
> likings), I didn't like most of JTJTN, Ghajini, I have a lot of 
> misgivings about selection of type of music for JA that failed to 
> measure up to Mughal-e-Azam, that was ARR's worst lost opportunity. 
> Blue I have beaten endlessly.
> 
> And I still like Ravan, D6, and many more.
> ---
> 
> With this background, I have discovered that ARR gives many genres of 
> music and some genres I just don't like, can't like, whether it is by 
> ARR or by anyone else.
> 
> So, I hope members should take some time to think it over about 
> themselves.
> 
> 1. Please find out which genres of music you DO like.
> 
> 2. Please find out which genres of music you DON'T like.
> 
> 3. Now, think of ARR's songs that you DO like and find out whether 
> these are in the genre that you like that you listed in "1" above.
> 
> 4. Also, think of ARR's songs that you DON'T like and find out these 
> are in the genre that you DON'T like that you listed in "2" above.
> 
> I am sure it will give you some insights why you like some ARR songs/ 
> albums, and why you don't like some other ARR songs/ albums.
> 
> I am also sure that it will give you some peace (not piece, ha ha ha) 
> of mind coming to terms with your liking and disliking ARR's and 
> others' songs/ albums.
> 
> Don't torture urself condemning yourself when you don't like any of 
> ARR's song/ album. It is OK. it is the genre that you don't like.
> 
> --
> Rawat
>

[arr] Re: Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[coolwiz80]

Here's the deal guys...

Pink Floyd fans don't like Metallica music and vice versa
Eagles fans don't like Enigma music and vice versa
Hans Zimmer fans don't like Britney Spears music and vice versa
Kenny G fans won't like lets say...Akon or P Diddy's music..and for sure vice 
versa...

The list can go on...all these artists have their own fanbase...

Now fortunately or unfortunately AR Rahman is a master of all these varied 
genres...he's almost created music related to each and every genre...sometimes 
mixed and matched them to create unique music. I said unfortunately coz we have 
several members here who these days complain that he's lost his touch or songs 
not great like before and crap like that.

 As Rawat rightly said in the mail below your liking of a song or disliking 
entirely defines u as a music lover. If u dun like a song of Rahman, it might 
be coz u dun like that genre of songs. I see many bashing songs where either 
Blaaze / kash and krissy perform rap. If u like soulful music u will obviously 
not like rap, and that doesn't mean Rahman should NOT do rap. As a fan its ur 
responsibility to comment on songs which fall in ur fav genre and jus not 
unnecessarily put bad remarks abt songs from other genres.

I thank ARR for all the genres he introduced me to in these 18 yrs. My musical 
knowledge got enhanced becoz of his music. As an example I am not a big fan of 
ARR's punjabi genre songs...I feel there are better musicians who do good job 
in that area. RDB is an exception. But I feel good he tries different in that 
genre and feel very happy when he succeeds...That doesnt mean I can go bashing 
his music from that genre. 

Hope the viewpoints change in this group.

Sirish



--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
>
> My list is not exhaustive and I forgot to include some songs of RDB and 
> Water...which are some of ARR's career finest..but you get my point.
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
> >
> > I can think of lots of songs by ARR in the past 5 years...only my 
> > opinion
> > 
> > Tere Bina
> > Jaage
> > Aye Hairathe Aashiqui
> > Khwaja Mere Khwaja
> > Jashne Bahaar
> > Marudhani
> > Zindagi
> > Muskura
> > Man Mohiney More
> > Ishq Ada (Female)
> > Hawa Sun Hawa
> > Kabhi Aditi
> > Kahin To
> > Jaane Tu Mere Kya Tha (male and female)
> > Kaise Mujhe
> > Rehna Tu
> > Dil Gira Dafatan
> > Maula Mere Maula
> > Bhoola Tujhe
> > Aaromale
> > Sajana
> > VTV Title Song
> > Hosanna
> > Kaadhal Anukal
> > Namakame
> > Ja Re Ud Ja Re
> > 
> > 
> >  that have the same brilliance and sweetness as you described that ARR had 
> > in the 1990s.  Taimur, you come from such a biased perspective and buddy, a 
> > lot of people won't agree with you.  Your opinion is not the truth.  If you 
> > like the ARR of the 90s better than todayfine...that's your takebut 
> > that doesn't mean ARR of the 90s is better than ARR of today as a fact  
> > Nostalgia plays a big part too.
> > 
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Taimur Nadeem  wrote:
> > >
> > > hey Rawat,
> > >                 My point has always been that all the 90s 
> > > and early 2000s whatever A R RAHMAN has done is been ultra brilliant , 
> > > midas touch is what he used to possess , films got hit on just his music. 
> > > whatever genre ,whatever instrument , whatever raga he used , shined like 
> > > a gold , the tunes were all heavenly , the essence of songs goodness me . 
> > > 
> > > you pointed out urvashi urvashi , just see analyze that song , i mean 
> > > just look at the magic, could anyone thought that sarangi can be used for 
> > > a youthful song , the claps the jathis tabla , i mean the whole song is 
> > > master class , take ennavale O my GOD a divine song , every second is 
> > > sweeter than honey .does any song has such sweetness or brilliance now , 
> > > the answer is simply no .
> > > 
> > > s
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > --- On Sun, 8/15/10, V S Rawat  wrote:
> > > 
> > > From: V S Rawat 
> > > Subject: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres 
> > > given by ARR
> > > To: "arrf" 
> > > Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 4:24 PM
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > >  
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > >   
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > >   
> > >   
> > >   During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started 
> > > liking 
> > > 
> > > ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 
> > > 
> > > Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 
> > > 
> > > appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 
> > > 
> > > on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 
> > > 
> > > jumping senselessly.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 
> > > 
> > > and I had lost faith on

Re: [arr] Re: What is our role as a fan group ?

[sunder s]

Yes I totally agree, negativity is one thing i hate to read, there is full
of positive energy ARR has given us right from roja to Endiran, and people
have not stopped comparing. ARR has moved on from 1990 to 2010 and has taken
us with him, but for some reason there are few people still in 90s, come on
guys catch a bus and come to this century, there are so many new and
enjoyable things happening here, Better late than Never

On Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 5:41 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Some notable members also bring in a TON of negativity to this group beyond
> just criticizing or not liking an albumconstantly telling us how he
> doesn't like ARR's music post a certain year and after each ARR album,
> completely writing it off saying how disappointed he is and once again, how
> he has not been impressed with an ARR song since a certain year, how things
> went wrong after a certain yearetc. etc.
>
> Give it up.if ARR is that disappointing to you these days, why keep
> posting here? Please let the rest of us enjoy his work today and stop
> distracting our appreciation with your constant negativity!
>
> As someone else posted.your silence is sweetness!
>
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com , "AJ"
>  wrote:
> >
> > Bravo! Awesome post, Ram! Keep em coming! Totally agree!
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Ram Motipally  wrote:
> > >
> > > Friends,
> > >
> > > I have been seeing some of the mails since Endhiran music has been
> released.
> > > There have been good, bad as well as outright ugly emails. This had me
> thinking,
> > > who are we as fans, what role do we have and since we are in a group,
> is there a
> > > decorum we need to follow ? Do we just allow all opinions or do we try
> to always
> > > be appreciative. I do not know all the answers, but this set me across
> a thought
> > > process which I wanted to pen down here.
> > >
> > > Since this is a AR fna group, what is the dictionary definition of a
> fan ?
> > > (reproduced from m-w.com)
> > >
> > > Main Entry: 3fan
> > > Function: noun
> > > Etymology: probably short for fanatic
> > > Date: 1682
> > > 1 : an enthusiastic devotee (as of a sport or a performing art) usually
> as a
> > > spectator
> > > 2 : an ardent admirer or enthusiast (as of a celebrity or a
> > > pursuit) 
> > >
> > > If we take this definition, we are more or less (most of us)
> enthusiastic
> > > devotees/admirers or enthusiasts of AR, right ? And to enlarge this, we
> should
> > > be admirers of his entire body of work or his body of work over the
> total
> > > duration. Now, this does not mean we have to admire every song or album
> that he
> > > has ever churned out. At the very least this means that we need to have
> a
> > > context of the man, his music and his entire body of work. We need to
> be
> > > sensitive to the fact that the music is an input of many people like
> the
> > > director of the movie, producer, context of the movie, scene, emotion
> etc.
> > >
> > > Are we really fans of AR or his music, if we just react to every song
> and album
> > > as a standalone piece of work ? Isnt that primarily a function of our
> like or
> > > dislike ? What has AR and his music got to do with our like or dislike
> ? Let me
> > > give the example of food - I love avakai (kind of pickle in andhra). If
> I feed
> > > it to my american friend, telling him it is the best thing in the
> world, he will
> > > run away ! Now, most of my american friends enjoy steaks (beef), I can
> never
> > > ever eat one ! Does this mean avakai or beef is good or bad ?
> Absolutely no, it
> > > is just a function of my like/dislike, my upbringing, my culture etc.
> > >
> > > Now, what does one do if you dont enjoy a certain AR album or song ? If
> we are
> > > just reacting to our like/dislike at that point in time, then we will
> praise the
> > > song we like and rip the song we dont like. Infact what is happening is
> the
> > > individual is just reacting to his/her like/dislike, AR or the song has
> nothing
> > > to do with it. This will happen for any song or any musician they will
> hear. But
> > > if you are really a fan, you will go with a positive intent to enjoy
> the song,
> > > because you know the musician and his large body of work and know that
> you can
> > > expect quality stuff. You are patient, you invest more energy as you
> are a fan
> > > and take all possible efforts to not miss the quality music, you have
> > > experienced in the past. It is possible that you might still not like
> the music.
> > > I have not liked many of AR's songs or albums. Many times it is also a
> function
> > > of how I am feeling at the time. I might be neck deep in work issues
> and not
> > > find the effort to enjoy the music. Or I might be going through some
> personal
> > > issues and not be in the right frame of mind to enjoy AR's music at
> that point
> > > in time. Sometimes when I revisit the song after many years, I start to
> like it.
> > > Sometimes being in a f

Re: [arr] Speechless/Mind blowing/Amazing BGM never heard before

[Vasu]

Dear Vibrations of ARR

this BGM is by arr confirmed.

srinivas b


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Abhimanyu Rana  wrote:
>
> I  am desperately waiting one full album that has numbers like this one. It's 
> been long time, since I had something like 'Humse Hai Muqabla', 'Duniya 
> Dilwalon 
> Ki', 'Vishwa Vidhata' and the like.
> 
>  Regards,
> Abhimanyu Rana
> http://twitter.com/methenextlevel
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> From: Vasu 
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Sat, 17 July, 2010 8:43:54 AM
> Subject: [arr] Speechless/Mind blowing/Amazing BGM never heard before
> 
>   
> Speechless
> Mind blowing
> Incredible
> Amazing
> Miraculous
> Inconceivable
> Astounding
> Ming boggling
> 
> BGM by ARR
> 
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG5gkmIy_Ts
> 
> Hope u guys liked my search
> 
> srinivas B_delhi
>

Re: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres given by ARR

[Rivjot]

I assume this (well written) post by Rawat was directed towards certain people 
who dont understand this concept, unfortunately they still dont get the point.. 
instead of following the advice, they still keep repeating same thing, which 
has become annoying.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
>
> My list is not exhaustive and I forgot to include some songs of RDB and 
> Water...which are some of ARR's career finest..but you get my point.
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
> >
> > I can think of lots of songs by ARR in the past 5 years...only my 
> > opinion
> > 
> > Tere Bina
> > Jaage
> > Aye Hairathe Aashiqui
> > Khwaja Mere Khwaja
> > Jashne Bahaar
> > Marudhani
> > Zindagi
> > Muskura
> > Man Mohiney More
> > Ishq Ada (Female)
> > Hawa Sun Hawa
> > Kabhi Aditi
> > Kahin To
> > Jaane Tu Mere Kya Tha (male and female)
> > Kaise Mujhe
> > Rehna Tu
> > Dil Gira Dafatan
> > Maula Mere Maula
> > Bhoola Tujhe
> > Aaromale
> > Sajana
> > VTV Title Song
> > Hosanna
> > Kaadhal Anukal
> > Namakame
> > Ja Re Ud Ja Re
> > 
> > 
> >  that have the same brilliance and sweetness as you described that ARR had 
> > in the 1990s.  Taimur, you come from such a biased perspective and buddy, a 
> > lot of people won't agree with you.  Your opinion is not the truth.  If you 
> > like the ARR of the 90s better than todayfine...that's your takebut 
> > that doesn't mean ARR of the 90s is better than ARR of today as a fact  
> > Nostalgia plays a big part too.
> > 
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Taimur Nadeem  wrote:
> > >
> > > hey Rawat,
> > >                 My point has always been that all the 90s 
> > > and early 2000s whatever A R RAHMAN has done is been ultra brilliant , 
> > > midas touch is what he used to possess , films got hit on just his music. 
> > > whatever genre ,whatever instrument , whatever raga he used , shined like 
> > > a gold , the tunes were all heavenly , the essence of songs goodness me . 
> > > 
> > > you pointed out urvashi urvashi , just see analyze that song , i mean 
> > > just look at the magic, could anyone thought that sarangi can be used for 
> > > a youthful song , the claps the jathis tabla , i mean the whole song is 
> > > master class , take ennavale O my GOD a divine song , every second is 
> > > sweeter than honey .does any song has such sweetness or brilliance now , 
> > > the answer is simply no .
> > > 
> > > s
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > --- On Sun, 8/15/10, V S Rawat  wrote:
> > > 
> > > From: V S Rawat 
> > > Subject: [arr] Members should understand that they can't like all genres 
> > > given by ARR
> > > To: "arrf" 
> > > Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 4:24 PM
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > >  
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > >   
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > >   
> > >   
> > >   During 18 years of my following of ARR's works, I had started 
> > > liking 
> > > 
> > > ARR not with Roja, but with Urvasi of Humse Hai Muqabla, even Gopala.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > But I got quite disappointed with Hindustani's Latka Jhatka, Duniya 
> > > 
> > > Dilwalo Ki's Hello Doctor, Dil Hi Dil Me's Maria, etc. Rangeela songs 
> > > 
> > > appeared so barren on first hearing, even chhaiya chhaiya first seen 
> > > 
> > > on TV ad was appearing so comedily funny like a bunch of monkeys 
> > > 
> > > jumping senselessly.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > They came in a short duration, so I generalized that ARR has changed 
> > > 
> > > and I had lost faith on him.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > But, then I again started liking his other albums, and even liked some 
> > > 
> > > of the songs in the above albums also. That was how I discovered the 
> > > 
> > > "growing" effect of ARR songs.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > I still don't like some above mentioned songs but of course I now am 
> > > 
> > > mad about chhayya chhayaa and rangeela (mangta hai kya, can u 
> > > 
> > > believe?), I still don't like Roja much (not dislike but I have my 
> > > 
> > > likings), I didn't like most of JTJTN, Ghajini, I have a lot of 
> > > 
> > > misgivings about selection of type of music for JA that failed to 
> > > 
> > > measure up to Mughal-e-Azam, that was ARR's worst lost opportunity. 
> > > 
> > > Blue I have beaten endlessly.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > And I still like Ravan, D6, and many more.
> > > 
> > > ---
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > With this background, I have discovered that ARR gives many genres of 
> > > 
> > > music and some genres I just don't like, can't like, whether it is by 
> > > 
> > > ARR or by anyone else.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > So, I hope members should take some time to think it over about 
> > > 
> > > themselves.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 1. Please find out which genres of music you DO like.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 2. Please find out which genres of music you DON'T like.
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 3. Now, think of ARR's songs that you DO like and find out whether 
> > > 
> 

[arr] GoM finalises Rahman's CWG theme song

[A.R.Rajib]

 GoM finalises Rahman's CWG theme songNew Delhi, Aug 15, (IANS):
*The Group of Ministers (GoM) on the Commonwealth Games has finalised Oscar
winner A.R. Rahman's theme song for the mega event and it will be made
public in 10 days, the panel's head said on Sunday.* *
* *"GoM has finalized the theme song. A.R. Rahman will give final touches
and it will be presented before the people in 10 days," union Urban
Development Minister Jaipal Reddy told reporters after the two-hour long GoM
meeting in Nirman Bhawan.

"The theme song will be the last song of the opening ceremony," Reddy told
IANS, answering a specific question.

An official of the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee said the song
would be previewed at 9.45 a.m. Monday.

"The GoM has finalised the theme song. A preview will be held at 9.45 a.m.
tomorrow (Monday) at the banquet hall of the Ashoka Hotel," the official
said.*

Reddy chaired the meeting of the GoM after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh
intervened to take stock of the much-criticised preparations for the
Commonwealth Games.

*"The Group of Ministers heard a presentation on the theme song by A.R.
Rahman. We discussed the theme song with Shyam Benegal and Bharat Bala, as
well as Rahman, and we approved it in principle," Reddy said.

"The theme song generates excitement and gives the right message. The theme
song will be released the for the people of India in 10 day’s time," he
added.

Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said: "I like the song." To a
question if there were any concerns about the Games preparations, Reddy
said: "No concerns at all."
*
"The old deadlines remain, but we must make up for the delay. We did take
stock of various matters in the meeting, but we will not go into detail.
Yesterday (Saturday), PM gave guidelines and we are absolutely confident
about hosting the Games," Reddy pointed out.

He added that all matters related to the Games were discussed in the
meeting. "We are still sticking to all the deadlines. Preparations for the
games will be on track," he said.

The meeting was also attended by Sports Minister M.S. Gill, Delhi Chief
Minister Sheila Dikshit, Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi and
senior officials of the Central Public Works Department, the Delhi
Development Authority and the Public Works Department.

The prime minister's intervention came after unending controversies relating
to mega sporting event, beginning in 50 days, caused the Congress leadership
to look for more sharp monitoring by the government.

The Congress core group discussed the issue Friday at the prime minister's
official residence and decided that the government should step in a way to
ensure no loose ends remain.

Observing that there had been slippages in the time schedules of some of the
construction works and deficiencies had also been observed, the prime
minister directed the concerned ministries to conduct thorough
investigations into all the complaints that have been received of procedural
and other irregularities.

The GoM has been empowered to take all decisions necessary for the smooth
conduct of the Games and the cabinet will be briefed on the state of
preparations on a weekly basis.

Cabinet Secretary K.M. Chandrashekhar has been directed to liaise closely
with the GoM to ensure effective coordination among all the authorities
concerned.


http://www.deccanherald.com/content/88960/gom-finalises-rahmans-cwg-theme.html
-- 
*- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~*

[arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[Rivjot]

Geez! This group is hitting new low point each day (@arrangers doing the work 
and ARR taking their credit).

After reading such messages, I just wish ARR to stop visiting this group 
because these messages will (probably) just distract him.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "indmovbuff"  wrote:
>
> 
> Kishore,
> 
> I remember you objecting strongly to a post I made about Aisha's music and 
> how it was not appropriate to compare anything or anyone to AR's music which 
> I wasn't doing in the first place. only recommending a non-arr album I liked 
> which does not in any way imply that I like Amit more than AR etc. 
> 
> But this accusation of yours- accusing Rahman of using "arrangers" to do the 
> BGM is just way off the line, man. Way below the belt. Just re-read what you 
> wrote and think how AR would feel if someone accused him of using someone 
> else to do the BGM but take credit for it entirely like when he won Best 
> Background score at Filmfare. I hope you understand the significance of your 
> accusation. 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, kishore parayath  
> wrote:
> >
> > No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to re-use
> > the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this
> > group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to
> > tell something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or
> > negative. I dont need a separate identity for that.
> > 
> > And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree
> > on the same. (Except Naan Varuven).
> > By the way,
> > My reply to the thread starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he
> > cannot avoid Tamil films at the same time... But U must accept that, due to
> > Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle
> > the arrangements' department alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So,
> > U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That
> > is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
> > Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum
> > quality. So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in
> > every layer. But since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not
> > accepting many offers, and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to
> > change his strategy, since the human-being in him did not want anyone to be
> > disappointed. So, he had to delegate his arrangement work to many, due to
> > the busy schedule. After the oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has
> > the quantity.
> > So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic
> > in his songs.
> > 
> > Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will
> > find the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
> > jai ho.
> > 
> > Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been
> > in this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and
> > negative, using my own identity.
> > 
> > Jai ho.
> >
>

[arr] ARR's speech at Robot Hindi audio launch

[Vishal Reddy]

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[arr] AR and his wife @ Robot launch

[A.R.Rajib]

More pics >
http://www.bollyspice.com/view.php/5424-aishwarya-amitabh-and-ar-rahman-at-robot-music-launch.html
-- 
*- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~*

[arr] Re: Phani Kalyan about AR Rahman & KMMC

[Rivjot]

Thanks Phani for sharing your experience, it was fascinating to read this post 
:)

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vithur  wrote:
>
> There are certain experiences in life that change you as a person and
> help you grow into a better individual. For me, these defining
> experiences happened during those years that I was a student of AR
> Rahman's KM Music Conservatory.
> 
> As I look back on that journey that has evolved me into making music
> my life and profession I feel KMMC happened a little late in my life
> but I strongly feel it couldn't have come at a more right moment than
> this. I had a keen interest in music since childhood, listening along
> with my grandfather to his thousands of carnatic collections including
> M.Balamuralikrishna, Thyagaraja, Ramadas, and many Annamayya
> Keerthanas and instrumentals. I recall composing rough tunes for fun,
> even before I started learning music formally. But it wasn't until AR
> Rahman happened, that my passion for music grew beyond words. I became
> a devout fan of Rahman Sir ever since Bombay had released. I remember
> skipping my school continuously to go to the theatre where Bombay was
> being played just to listen to the music and the background scores.
> And with each of his releases after that, his music became a daily
> fuel for me.
> 
> I had completed my Engineering degree in Chennai and was working a
> mundane software job. Of course, my body was there, but my ears, mind
> and thoughts were just tunes, melodies, rhythm and one man- AR Rahman.
> So when I heard news that Rahman Sir was going to open his own music
> school here in Chennai, which offers courses in western classical
> music, various areas of music technology, instruments, and vocals, I
> thought to myself, "If I wanted to give my passion for music a chance
> to grow and give a chance to live my dream-job as a composer, THIS was
> it." And what better opportunity to learn at an institution developed
> by a man who I worshipped and looked up to for so many years. So
> without hesitation I applied for an audition. Now I wasn't at all sure
> I would get in and did not even tell my family or anyone else about
> applying to the school. I thought to myself by auditioning I would at
> least catch a glimpse of the school and studio, and if lucky catch a
> glimpse of Rahman Sir. So I was super surprised and was just in utter
> disbelief when I got that call of acceptance and my family was even
> more shocked when I told them that I am going to resign my job and
> join KMMC. So here I was literally on cloud 9, about to begin a
> journey that I had only dreamt of all these years.
> 
> In KMMC I took western classical vocals and composition as a major
> with a prior knowledge in carnatic vocals and keyboard. As soon as I
> entered the conservatory compound on the first day, I could just feel
> the aura of positive energy all around. The school had almost like a
> homely and soothing atmosphere with wooden floors and furniture,
> accented with warm curtains, large middle-eastern rugs, a beautiful
> grand piano and a picture of Rahman sir's father in the main reception
> area. More than this it was my fellow classmates from all corners of
> the world, and the amazing faculty that made those years the most
> memorable.
> 
> Moreover, being part of KMMC I saw Rahman Sir in a whole different
> light, and my respect and devotion towards him grew to infinite
> lengths. During the first week he came and interacted with us in
> person and asked us our ambitions and goals. I still remember when I
> asked Sir at that time to hum a few lines of New York Nagaram, what he
> said in response will forever stay with me. He said. "Guys don't stick
> only onto New York Nagaram, music is beyond the regular commercial
> cinema. Make your mark, aim at the moon..at least you will reach the
> stars" .I was amazed at the fact that no matter how busy he was, he
> used to attend almost every student recital and concert that we used
> to have at KM. He used to listen to us patiently and give us
> suggestions, advice and clarifications on any doubts we had with so
> much patience. And in case he was unable to make it to an event, he
> used to send us a sorry note. I was just amazed that a man who is such
> a prominent society figure, a pioneer in popularizing indian music to
> globally, western music to the east, a musical magician, behaved so
> simple, so friendly and so down-to-earth. He did not even behave like
> a principal to us; he was more like a friend and even used to call
> some of the students with nicknames. For instance, whenever I used to
> see him, he always used to smile and greet me with a simple `Hey, Hi
> Man' even before I said anything. There are just no words to describe
> his modesty and humbleness.
> 
> Also to add, there is a government school near the conservatory. KMMC
> provides free music education to 40 students there, and Rahman Sir
> makes sure that they are all taught with equal intere

[arr] Please don’t address me by that epithet - ARR

[A.R.Rajib]

AR Rahman, on being referred to as “God of music’, was humility personified
as he quipped, “Please don’t address me by that epithet. I’ve miles to go
before I can even dream of becoming worthy of that!”

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/filmi-parties/bollywood/Bachchans-and-celebs-get-together/articleshow/6315055.cms
-- 
*- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~*

Re: [arr] Re: Congrats to Mugdha - KM Music Student on SaReGaMaPa Singing Superstar

[Gayathri Chandrakasan]

I loved the way she performed the opera number and how gracefully she switched 
to the O rey chori track. She was just phenomenal! 

About Vishal asking about KMMC...I don't think he asked the question out of 
ignorance, then again, it was not rudeness either. Probably he wanted Mughda to 
say it out aloud herself. There were many people out there who have no idea 
what KMMC is, including my mom. In fact, I was watching the show with my mom 
last week and both of us were amazed with Mughda's performance. The moment 
Mughda mentioned that she's a student of KMMC, I couldn't help myself but to 
exclaim with a big "WOW!". My mom on the other hand, had no clue why I was so 
excited and kept asking me what KMMC is...til' Mughda provided the answer.



--- On Sun, 8/15/10, Raghu  wrote:

From: Raghu 
Subject: [arr] Re: Congrats to Mugdha - KM Music Student on SaReGaMaPa Singing 
Superstar
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 1:36 PM







 



  



  
  
  what an amazing performance.. she is breathtaking..

absolute winner...congrats Mugdha Hasabnis.

way to go kmmc.



--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, KJ  wrote:

>

> She was fantastic, Totally came in with a bang! The juries were stunned. But

> i dint like the idea about Vishal asking what is KM Conservatory. And i dont

> think so it was asked out of ignorance

> 

> On Sun, Aug 15, 2010 at 1:11 AM, AJ  wrote:

> 

> >

> >

> > http://www.bollywood.com/rahmans-students-score

> >

> > Forgive me if this has been posted before...

> >

> > Rahman's Students Score!

> >

> > By Hindustan Times

> >

> > Mumbai, Aug. 13 -- She's a polyglot from A R Rahman's music academy, KM

> > Conservatory, in Chennai and has made it to the top finalists of Sa Re Ga Ma

> > Pa Singing Superstars on Zee TV that kicks off tonight.

> >

> > Mugdha has been studying music at Rahman's school for the last one year.

> > She learnt Hindustani classical and semi-classical music during her growing

> > up years. Today, she also sings in seven languages, apart from various other

> > styles.

> >

> > When asked about making it to the top batch of contestants on the show,

> > Mugdha who is participating in a reality show for the first time, says,

> > "It's my teachers' and my family's blessings. I hope to not let them down."

> >

> > The 20-something singer feels blessed to have made it to the The KM

> > Conservatory. "Rahman sir has been a pillar of support. The school has

> > gained more popularity after sir won the Oscars. He had a few sessions with

> > us despite a tight schedule. He interacted with us in the batch personally.

> > He gave us great inputs about playback singing. I just want to make him

> > proud now."

> >

> > Mugdha, who has sung for a Tamil film and a nursery rhyme album, hopes to

> > find work in Bollywood after the show ends. "This show is my biggest

> > platform so far," she asserts. "I hope I find work as a playback singer and

> > make it big. Maybe then, I can also spread awareness about the global forms

> > of music."

> >

> >  

> >

>






 





 



  






  

Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[Vik Philler]

Hi Taimur,

I can understand your disliking of a particular AR album or any of the albums 
from 2000 onwards.

But the problem with your posts are that...after reading your mails the reader 
feels that you want to convince others that AR's music is bad and he will be 
jobless very soon. Same is the case with Kishore.

--- On Sun, 15/8/10, Taimur Nadeem  wrote:

From: Taimur Nadeem 
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, 15 August, 2010, 1:40 PM

















 












and i am not a fool as well who will come up with use the SAME STYLE  of 
writing after creating a new id . hey kishore if someone thinks in the way we 
do , why allegations of multiple ids are put on . tolerance has to prevail. and 
yes it was after 2005 that it all went wrong . Never felt a beautiful feeling 
for an A R RAHMAN hindi song after 2005 . just this could be the reason what 
you have written.

regards,

taimur

--- On Sun, 8/15/10, kishore parayath  wrote:

From: kishore parayath 
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, August 15,
 2010, 4:18 PM







 




  
  
  No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to 
re-use the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this 
group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to tell 
something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or negative. I 
dont need a separate identity for that.

And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree on 
the same. (Except Naan Varuven).By the way, My reply to the thread starter is: 
Rahman is too busy as u said, and he cannot avoid Tamil films at the same 
time... But U must accept that, due to Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy 
pressure on him. So he cannot handle the arrangements' department alone. So, he 
uses 6-8 people for the same. So, U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in 
the arrangements or BGMs. That is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to 
handle everything alone.
Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum quality. 
So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in every layer. But 
since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not accepting many offers, 
and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to change his strategy, since 
the human-being in him did not want anyone to be disappointed. So, he had to 
delegate his arrangement work to many, due to the busy schedule. After the 
oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has the quantity.
So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic in 
his songs.
Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will find 
the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
jai ho.
Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been in 
this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and negative, 
using my own identity.

Jai ho.



 



 





  

















 

Re: [arr] Re: Congrats to Mugdha - KM Music Student on SaReGaMaPa Singing Superstar

[Ramesh R]

It was a bit odd to see an opera singer at this contest but that was great 
stuff. Her Italian does sound anglicized much like Sarah Brightman. She should 
aim at bigger things though. At some point, shows like these are less about the 
music and more about popularity/ personality.

I wish such shows stop the gimmickry. There's no need for the accordion music 
to 
make fun of her entry on stage.

And yes, Vishal asked about KMMC for the benefit of those who didn't know about 
it.

Link for those who didn't see it yet-
http://srgmpss.zeetv.com/videos/sa-re-ga-ma-pa-singing-superstar-august-13-episode-video-mugdha-performs-at-mumbai-auditions.html






From: Gayathri Chandrakasan 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sun, August 15, 2010 9:31:39 PM
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: Congrats to Mugdha - KM Music Student on SaReGaMaPa 
Singing Superstar

  


I loved the way she performed the opera number and how gracefully she switched 
to the O rey chori track. She was just phenomenal! 


About Vishal asking about KMMC...I don't think he asked the question out of 
ignorance, then again, it was not rudeness either. Probably he wanted Mughda to 
say it out aloud herself. There were many people out there who have no idea 
what 
KMMC is, including my mom. In fact, I was watching the show with my mom last 
week and both of us were amazed with Mughda's performance. The moment Mughda 
mentioned that she's a student of KMMC, I couldn't help myself but to exclaim 
with a big "WOW!". My mom on the other hand, had no clue why I was so excited 
and kept asking me what KMMC is...til' Mughda provided the answer.



--- On Sun, 8/15/10, Raghu  wrote:


>From: Raghu 
>Subject: [arr] Re: Congrats to Mugdha - KM Music Student on SaReGaMaPa Singing 
>Superstar
>To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
>Date: Sunday, August 15, 2010, 1:36 PM
>
>
>  
>what an amazing performance.. she is breathtaking..
>absolute winner...congrats Mugdha Hasabnis.
>way to go kmmc.
>
>--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, KJ  wrote:
>>
>> She was fantastic, Totally came in with a bang! The juries were stunned. But
>> i dint like the idea about Vishal asking what is KM Conservatory. And i dont
>> think so it was asked out of ignorance
>> 
> 


  

[arr] Re: GoM finalises Rahman's CWG theme song

[DineshVaidya]

I heard Mr Jaipal Reddy, Minister announcing that the theme song will be 
released in 10 days. 

And I sincerely hope that atleast "THIS DEADLINE" will be met by the CWG 
organising committee. So far they have only talked... talked. talked and 
the entire Games planning is in a mess.

I hope atleast ARR's theme song is released on time ! :-)

Jai HO!
Dinesh Vaidya
Pune

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "A.R.Rajib"  wrote:
>
>  GoM finalises Rahman's CWG theme songNew Delhi, Aug 15, (IANS):
> *The Group of Ministers (GoM) on the Commonwealth Games has finalised Oscar
> winner A.R. Rahman's theme song for the mega event and it will be made
> public in 10 days, the panel's head said on Sunday.* *
> * *"GoM has finalized the theme song. A.R. Rahman will give final touches
> and it will be presented before the people in 10 days," union Urban
> Development Minister Jaipal Reddy told reporters after the two-hour long GoM
> meeting in Nirman Bhawan.
> 
> "The theme song will be the last song of the opening ceremony," Reddy told
> IANS, answering a specific question.
> 
> An official of the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee said the song
> would be previewed at 9.45 a.m. Monday.
> 
> "The GoM has finalised the theme song. A preview will be held at 9.45 a.m.
> tomorrow (Monday) at the banquet hall of the Ashoka Hotel," the official
> said.*
> 
> Reddy chaired the meeting of the GoM after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh
> intervened to take stock of the much-criticised preparations for the
> Commonwealth Games.
> 
> *"The Group of Ministers heard a presentation on the theme song by A.R.
> Rahman. We discussed the theme song with Shyam Benegal and Bharat Bala, as
> well as Rahman, and we approved it in principle," Reddy said.
> 
> "The theme song generates excitement and gives the right message. The theme
> song will be released the for the people of India in 10 day's time," he
> added.
> 
> Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said: "I like the song." To a
> question if there were any concerns about the Games preparations, Reddy
> said: "No concerns at all."
> *
> "The old deadlines remain, but we must make up for the delay. We did take
> stock of various matters in the meeting, but we will not go into detail.
> Yesterday (Saturday), PM gave guidelines and we are absolutely confident
> about hosting the Games," Reddy pointed out.
> 
> He added that all matters related to the Games were discussed in the
> meeting. "We are still sticking to all the deadlines. Preparations for the
> games will be on track," he said.
> 
> The meeting was also attended by Sports Minister M.S. Gill, Delhi Chief
> Minister Sheila Dikshit, Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi and
> senior officials of the Central Public Works Department, the Delhi
> Development Authority and the Public Works Department.
> 
> The prime minister's intervention came after unending controversies relating
> to mega sporting event, beginning in 50 days, caused the Congress leadership
> to look for more sharp monitoring by the government.
> 
> The Congress core group discussed the issue Friday at the prime minister's
> official residence and decided that the government should step in a way to
> ensure no loose ends remain.
> 
> Observing that there had been slippages in the time schedules of some of the
> construction works and deficiencies had also been observed, the prime
> minister directed the concerned ministries to conduct thorough
> investigations into all the complaints that have been received of procedural
> and other irregularities.
> 
> The GoM has been empowered to take all decisions necessary for the smooth
> conduct of the Games and the cabinet will be briefed on the state of
> preparations on a weekly basis.
> 
> Cabinet Secretary K.M. Chandrashekhar has been directed to liaise closely
> with the GoM to ensure effective coordination among all the authorities
> concerned.
> 
> 
> http://www.deccanherald.com/content/88960/gom-finalises-rahmans-cwg-theme.html
> -- 
> *- Regards
> 
> ~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~*
>