The second-last episode of “Coke Studio 4” took its viewers through a musical excursion across Pakistani culture. The latest session featured songs in six different languages including Bhraj, Sindhi, Balochi, Brahvi, Siraiki and Punjabi, other than Urdu. Displaying the cultural significance of music to different ethnicities of the country, the episode was definitely the most musically-rich one of this season, with house band dominating the studio in all songs.
Sajjad Ali and Sanam Marvi: “Rung Laaga”
“Rung Laaga”, an original soundtrack by maestro Sajjad Ali, was restructured for this performance in a …

Coke Studio’s second episode presents a whole new palette of genres and artists and conveys yet another kaleidoscopic view on the diversity of music in Pakistan. The Coke Studio journey continues with a selection of fusion songs that pay tribute to the unique and enduring traditions of classical, folk and qawwali music, side by side with modern compositions by popular contemporary artists.
The episode opens with Sajjad Ali’s “Kirkir Kirkir”. An up-tempo and lively modern track, ‘Kirkir’ is guaranteed to provoke a smile. This …

Many of us can vividly remember the release of Khuda Ka Liye’s promo. Just the chorus of “Bandeya” sent people rushing to music stores to get their own copies. Soon after, the quirky rock rendition of Bhulle Shah’s poetry was blaring from car woofers. And right after its release in India, the track’s remix version became a rage in clubs.
Now four years later, Shoaib Mansoor has finally released his latest venture Bol. But much to the disappointment of hordes of eager fans, not even a single song of the movie …

Over the course of time, one has seen several Pakistani singers-turned-actors including the late Noorjehan, Arif Lohar, Adnan Sami Khan, Sajjad Ali and Fawad Afzal Khan. This phenomenon is not only seen in Pakistan but all over the globe with famous singers such as Elvis Presley, Will Smith, Mariah Carey and Beyonce making it big in the acting business.
Noorjehan
Noorjehan was the adopted stage name of Allah Wasai born September 21, 1926. Noorjehan is one of the most iconic singers of the subcontinent and …

THE deteriorating state of any society is reflected by its form and expression of art. Considering the deplorable political scenario of Pakistan, it is not surprising to find that its music is in such a wretched condition, being turned upside down.
There seems to be no minimum requirement of education and integrity in order to become a politician, likewise there seems to be no established criterion to be a pop singer. Anyone who has the means and can form a music group is welcome to do so.
Pakistani pop singers are writing …

Interview: Moazzam Abbasi
Hair and Makeup: KR Crew
Photography: Khawar Riaz
You are not only the queen of the local music industry, but happen to be the only big female pop star. Why aren’t there more female singers from good families out there? How have you managed to retain this monopoly?
This is something that has always confused me. I fail to understand why here is no influx of good girls into this field especially since I have already paved the way for them. Girls from solid family background can take up singing as …

Name: Salman Saquib a.k.a Mani

Date of Birth: 23/03/1978

Place of Birth: Karachi.

Education: B.Com from Govt. Commerce College, Karachi.

Hobbies: Personalities usually watch TV programs. I watch sports in my spare time and I also play along with the showbiz team.

Other Occupations: Well this is my bread and butter…. If you are fit in this profession you can more than a CA or an MBA.

What do you think about your job?
It’s cool.
Would you encourage others to take up this job?
Yups.. If they believe they are talented enough then why not, but being talented …

Pop music is rapidly taking over the Pakistani music scene, despite the moral brigade and diktats of the clergy. “Pop, along with soft rock, is growing in popularity. It has developed in a very short span of time and shows more promise than even Indian pop music,” claims Saadia, 19, a student of business studies. Most of the songs are in Urdu set to western music. There is a lot of talent coming here. Music experts say there are about 15 established music bands and a dozen pop music stars …

Sajjad is coming back in music scene with new album shortly. His album is in final stages. You can watch one of his new video from upcoming album these days on music tv channels. So all you Sajjad Ali fans keep watching for this new album which will be in market soon.

Sajjad Ali is back in the music scene with the big bang. Its none other than video of song “Koi Nahi” from his latest album “Rangeen”. The song has got very popular these days because of its excellent composition, great vocals and nice video. Do check it out on IM these days.