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 …

Pakistan’s Sufi queen Abida Parveen said she will perform a concert in Bombay to boost peace efforts between India and Pakistan.
“Music knows no boundaries,” said Parveen, known for her musical renderings of Urdu poets such as Aamir Khusro, Kabeer and Bulesha.
“I’m happy I will be performing in this city for the first time and pass on the message of peace to my Indian brothers and sisters.”
“If a person stands on the border of India and sings, then no way his voice can be stopped from travelling into Pakistan.”
A number of …