[arr] why MPs like waka waka ?
I think the MPs like waka waka not because of the song or beat or music. It is because of shakira.. :) (Maybe it is applicable to most people including me. :)..) Jokes apart, CWG theme from ARR is stunning. It needs time to grow and brilliant video from Bharat Bala to take it to the next level. - Jayram
[arr] 8+2 points about Endhiran
My brief 10 points analysis about Endhiran.. 8 strong points and 2 weak points... (1) Vairamuthu... I would give full marks to Vairamuthu's lyrics. Especially Vairamuthu Sir is at his best in Pudhiya Manitha and Kadhal Anukal. Even though scientifically they are pretty simple, its a nice attempt to bring scientific concepts in Tamil lyrics. None of them sounded forced, but it naturally fitted with the theme of the album. One small change in the Kadhal Anukal lyrics would have been nice. Instead of saying Neutron Electron Unn Neela Kannil, I would have written Photon Electron Unn Neela Kannil... (2) Madan Karki... I should also congratulate Madan Karki's lyrics in Irumbile Oru Edhyam. I now know what a Robot will sing if it falls in Love. A good debut for Karki.. (3) Kash n Krissy... First time in Thamizh film music we have a Female Rapper. Yes. Kash n' Krissy sounded awesome. Their voice sounded quite contemporary and definitely cool (I liked the way they said supersonic, super star, rapper girl etc). A welcome inclusion to the tamil music world. Hope they/she comes with some cool tamil rap albums. (4) Pudhiya Manitha Its pure genious composition. some interesting elements in the song are SPB singing both in high and low pitch... minimum sound manipulation of SPB's voice. Doing it too much, would have spoiled the song. Doing the sound manipulation too less would have made the song quite boring. I would say this is the best song of this album... (5) Khatija... Of course, we have to welcome Khatija Rahman's beautiful words in the title song. What a debug for her to sing with two legends SPB and A.R.Rahman... (6) Javeed Ali... Manytime, when I hear a Thamizh song from a North Indian singer... my finger automatically goes to the Next button. One exception was Sahana in Sivaji. But this time, I was quite impressed by Javeed Ali's pronunciation and singing in the Killimanjaro song. He has great voice, tempo, energy and importantly he makes the lyrics clear and clean... As a Thamizh lyrics lover... I was quite pleased. I welcome Javed Ali whole heartedly... Hoping to hear many more great songs from him... (7) Chitti Dance Showcase... This showcase piece shows the versatile skills of ARR in one song. It has classical carnatic, rock, robotica/electronica, symphony/orchestral sound. Everything was seemless.. Great masterpiece for the sound and creativity in this piece (8) A.R.Rahman... No other music director can balance the album pulled from so many sides. I especially admired him for singing the most difficult song.. Irumbile Oru Edhayam... Also the Kilimanjaro song has great beats and improvisation. Hats off sir... Few weak points... (9) Arima arima... I felt that the tune was normal.. The orchestra and the background instruments were quite outstanding... But the tune was very simple and forgetable. (No offense to rahmaniac's who like this piece a lot...) (10) Pure commercial album for the mass. All songs made mainly for the film and to satisfy the director. Overall, all songs are going to be stunning to watch in full screen.. A.R.R sir accomplished his goal for this album. Jai Ho, Jayram (No copyright... :) Free to copy and publish )
[arr] Kelamal Kaiyile in ATM !!! What a music !! What a lyrics !!!
How did I miss this beautiful GEM song from ARR Sir in Azhaigiya Thamizh Magan (ATM). Yes.. I am talking about the haunting song by ARR Sir... Kelamal Kaiyile in ATM... Totally blown-out when I started listening it again Beautiful lyrics with really beautiful words from Thamarai... Hats-off to her. I pray that she collaborates more with ARR Sir and brings out more breathtaking compositions. Anyone... What raaga does this belong too ??? Definitely sounds like a classical raaga... See the original lyrics in Tamil and translation in English below... http://tamilyrics.wordpress.com/2009/01/02/kelamal-kaiyile-translated-into-english-azhagiya-tamil-magan-lyrics/ http://tamilyrics.wordpress.com/2007/10/24/kelamal-kaiyile-azhagiya-thamizh-magan-lyrics/
[arr] ARR's Music uplifts and unites humanity
As I was listening to the World Tamil Conference theme music by A.R.Rahman. Suddenly it struck me that ARR Sir has been contributing immensely for uniting people by means of music. Here the lists goes: (1) Vande Mataram (1997) - songs that talks about peace, freedom and love (2) Jana Gana Mana (2000) - songs by eminent vocalists and instrumentalist across India (3) Pray for me Brother - UN Anthem for poverty eradication (4) Tamil semmozhi theme (2010) - songs by carnatic, film music and rap music artist portraying the beauty and amazing contribution of tamil language towards world literature (5) Swarnim Gujarat song - A patriotic song to unite Gujariti people ARRahman (6) Taj Mahal Ek Mohabhat (2007) - Theme song on love for world list of wonder. Each song leaves deep impact on the people who listen to these song. I am sure after listening to these songs everyone will see a small change (unknowingly) in their attitude towards other religion, other language or other art form. These days, I get lots of goose bumps when listening to Tamil Semmozhi theme song. Especially when the song switches from one type of music genre to another music type. For example (1) When P.Susela mam starts humming (2) When ARR sings Semmozhiana (3) When Blaaze starts his folk+rap part of the song (4) When T.M.Krishna starts his carnatic portion by singing agam endrum puram endrum (5) When Shruthi Hassan starts the modern version of Semmozhi (her voice and humming in this song was truly superb). I can confidently say no other music director other than ARR Sir can mix these different genres of music so seamlessly without making a mess. Hats-off to him for this truly beautiful piece. I really wish ARR sir release an expanded version as an album so that one can enjoy each artists performance in detail. Overall, ARR sir is truly an musical ambassador for peace and freedom across the world. His work inspires everyone to think and see how one can contribute by their talent to the humanity. Jai Ho, Jayram
[arr] JAI HO Ticket Question
Dear Sir, This is related to ARR's Jai Ho Tour at Los Angles. We have a kid who is 2 years old and interested in coming to the concert. Is there any age restrictions for the concert ? Do we need to get tickets for toddlers ( 2 years) ? Jai Ho, Jay
[arr] Review of VTV Lyrics (Average). What's your opinion ???
I admire and enjoy some of the good songs written by Thamarai. She has given some memorable pieces like Suttum Velli Sudarey from Ghagni, Kangal irandal from Subramanyapuram and so many others. The list is pretty long. But my overall impression is that the lyrics in VTV was kind of average lyrics (or below average). (1) Hosanna and Ommna Penne - Both these songs can be remembered without any lyrics, because of the catchy tune, main tag-word selected for the songs. (2) Vinnaithaandi varuvaya and Manipaaya - Better lyrics with good flow of words in both these songs. Definitely promising. (3) Anbil Avan : Okay lyrics (most of the lyrics consists of rehashed marriage oaths which is a cool idea). (4) Kannukul Kannai : Sounds more like a dialogue rather than a poem. (4) Since I don't understand Malayalam, I cannot say much about Aromale lyrics. But from the translation that appeared in this forum, the lyrics sounds quite impressive and imaginative. She has definitely struggled to write the songs for VTV. Perhaps she needs to work more with ARR Sir to understand his style of composition and tunes to give much better lyrics. Sorry for being little bit harsh with my review, but I expect more memorable lyrics Thamarai (especially with ARR Sir).
[arr] Jai-Ho tour in USA: When ? Where ?
Hello Friends,, I am very sad that ARR is not touring USA (any time soon) for the Jai Ho concert tours. I am eagerly looking forward for his trip and concert. PLEASE COME HERE SIR Love,Jay
[arr] Karan Thapar and A.R.Rahman interview
Karan Johar: What is your favourite interview and with who? Karan Thapar: I think it would have to be an interview with... For more details see the interview at ibnlive...part 4.. http://ibnlive.in.com/videos/55297/12_2007/devils_yearender_2a/devils-advocate-special-question-time-for-devil.html Regards, Jay
[arr] Post your congratulations to A.R.R Sir !!!
Dear A.R.R Sir, Accept my heart felt congratulations for winning the oscar. You really made our Tamil Nadu, our country India, and this who world proud of your achievements. I wish you all success in life and may all your dreams come true. I hope we all live up to your standard and do as much as we can in this life without expecting any rewards and dedicate our life for the sake of others, as you did !!! Love you sir, Jayram
[arr] What is the meaning of Panchathan ?
I know this is the studio of A.R.R Sir. Does anyone know what is the meaning of the word Panchathan ? Jai Ho, Jayram
