Music: Sachin-Jigar
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1. Duhaai ------------------------------------ 10/10
The way this song opens and where it goes from there is completely the opposite. Opens like a typical Bollywood romantic opera, but transforms into an intense and techno-modern medley. Experimental, bohemian and well executed.
2. Bezubaan --------------------------------- 9/10
If you were waiting for a Rockstar like performance from Mohit Chauhan, here comes one after more than a year. Bezubaan, is all what is great about him. The opening is brilliant and the following transition to a hip rap is very fresh sounding. Superb track. The ending which is specially added for the dance sequence (which I speculate because I haven't seen the full video) is odd, but it can be forgiven given the beautiful track.
3. Man Basiyo Saanwariyo ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9/10
If you haven't been a fan of Anushka Manchanda's strong voice, this will be it where you will be. She gives an unwavering rendition for an Indo classical rock track. The cyclical motions the song takes between a tune to a euphoric rock experience is very well composed, which keeps us, the audience wanting for more.
4. Sadda Dil Vi Tu (Ga Ga Ga Ganpati) ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 8/10
This track is for the quintessential Mumbaikar and every Maharashtrian, who knows what the collective fervor of Ganesh festival means. A strange combination of Nashik dhol, bass guitar and Hard Kaur packs a punch. Will make one long for those 10 days.
5. Sorry Sorry ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8/10
Amongst all the songs of the album, probably the only most predictable one. A peppy track, which though isn't incredibly innovative, is extremely catchy. Is it enjoyable? Hell yes!
An unexpectedly zesty dance track. Perfect for some power packed performance. A short, invigorating semi-instrumental. The opening and ending is a little creepy.
7. Psycho Re ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8/10
Did anyone ask for a rowdy track to forget all the rules and uninhibited fun? A raw, raucous track with typical south Indians beats brings two singers of different generations together: Mika Singh and Udit Narayan. Forget the norm, and enjoy it for what it is.
8. Shambhu Sutaya -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8/10
Ditto as above in terms of the intended audience, except this one is more of a devotional track than just-for-fun track. Shankar Mahadevan reminds us of his Indian classical wizardry, while Vishal Dadlani's beseeching voice provides an awesome compliment. A surefire hit this year come Ganpati.
9. Chandu Ki Girl Friend ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7/10
Peppy, nutty song. The tune and beats are very 90s like, and it takes a while to get into the theme of the song. The lyrics slowly sucks the listener into it's fun. Not bad.
Music: M. M. Kreem
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This is a typical M.M. Kreem album. Unassuming and focusing more on the tune than the fanfare. The Criminal, Jism and Sur fame musician delivers another decent album. The songs don't necessarily deserve a great deal of criticism, but the album feels a bit cliche. Nothing wrong with the tracks, it's just that there is not much novelty in the tunes and beats.
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Brownie points:
- Kaun Mera - The version by Papon amongst three versions of the song is the best. It is soft and melodious and is accompanied with sufficient instrumentals to keep it engaging compared to the other unplugged versions.
Music: Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
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In a string of busts, this is another one from the once prolific music trio. The album has a apocalyptic social feel to it, with it being neither intense in an Indian classical way or the rock way. The songs have no depth. The album completely fails to connect with our emotions. The only noteworthy aspect of it is Kamal Haasan doing playback for some songs. Otherwise, forgettable.
Music: Indraneel Hariharan
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Just a couple of jingles, coffee advertisement and remix of a classic song. That is the best description for a bland album which might as well put one to a sound sleep. Don't Listen... Amaya!
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