Paathshaala, Swaha...to Housefull

It's back to business. Quite some music albums backed up to be reviewed. Although 6 albums were left to be reviewed, it only goes to show that there was not much to miss here. But anyways, here it goes:

Muskurake Dekh Zara (2010)

Music: Ranjit Barot
Another sidey movie with forgettable music. But guess what? As much as it is a second rung movie, the music is surprisingly very positive and it will not make you feel: "Why am I listening to this crap, again?", in case you were to listen it on radio or elsewhere. The music is pretty chirpy and light. It just fails to make the cut. Full marks for a decent attempt.

Paathshaala (2010)

Music: Hanif Sheikh
I would have expected much better music for a mainstream movie. But you get the point. It lacks energy, emotion or melody. It is like soda sitting in your fridge for months. You take out the bottle after a long time wary that it may be flat. And you are so right about it!
Although, I will say Mujhe Teri and Aye Khuda are the better ones in the album.

Swaha (2010)
Music: Praveen Bharadwaj
Coming straight to the point:
Who is this Rikkee? You have to listen to Kabhi Kabhi. If you cannot make out the similarity to the song I think it imitates, you need to take a pilgrimage of Bollywood. (Hint: The song also starts with Kabhi Kabhi). But anyways, this song is good too.
Another good attempt at rock music in Bollywood: Barbadiyaan by KK is a decent attempt. I am impressed by the quality of rock music coming out of Bollywood recently. But this song is not that great though.

Apartment (2010)

Music: Bappi da
Just the fact that the music director was our very own Bappi da got me excited. But I was quickly reminded of the fact that he is more known for his corny 90s music than anything else. The songs are just about average. Another nice sounding rock track Ye Hai Mumbai is totally spoiled by Sonu Nigam. O Jaane Jaan Jaan is for those who like typical romantic tracks.

Chase (2010)

Music: Vijay Verma
What a pain to the ears and our souls! Sigh!

Housefull (2010)

Music: Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
Huge disappointment! It is a major release and the music is by the happening music trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. The songs are not something you would want to listen to again. Aapka Kya Hoga (Dhanno) is sprightly and funny, but only if you want to listen to it.

Better music is due now.