On his death anniversary today, we remember Jagdish Raaj — an actor who epitomised the role of police inspector in Bollywood.
...Full StoryNaushad passed away on May 5, 2006 - 15 years ago. But old masters never die. The music lovers and connoisseurs still adore him. Like a diamond, a genius is forever.
...Full StoryThe eminent jurist was also an impartial ombudsman for a TV news channel. Defending freedom of the press and censorship for decades, he was the ideal man for the job.
...Full StoryMichael Collins, who piloted the Apollo 11 Command and Service Module, died on April 28 at the age of 90.
...Full StoryHow should the budding romance between the protagonists be depicted on screen, when the script forbids them from directly doing so? Enter buskers and vicarious music to aid.
...Full StorySharing credits is not part of Hindi film writing convention.
...Full StoryJanuary 9, 2021 marks the 86th birth anniversary of the singer who owned the bastion of patriotic and religious songs in Bollywood
...Full StoryOn her 20th death anniversary, we remember Pakistani singer and actress Noor Jahan, a shared heritage between our two countries who shall always be loved and revered.
...Full StoryUsha Mangeshkar, who turns 85 on December 15, will always remain the irreplaceable voice of Goddess Santoshi Maa. Her voice works for large religious gatherings, demanding attention from all devotees.
...Full StoryFarida Khanum wears the title of Queen of Ghazal with panache. Every song of hers bears her unique identity and soul.
...Full StoryThis year marks the 50th year of The Beatles' break-up, which even the gods could not prevent.
...Full StoryBryan Adams — one of rock's most talented balladeers with a friendly, world-weathered rasp — turns 61 today.
...Full StoryManna Dey was too good for his own good. On his seventh death anniversary, here is a tribute to the immense talent and humility of the singing giant.
...Full StoryHeard melodies are sweet, those unheard are sweeter. But those that are unseen are a matter of regret.
...Full StoryThere are singers and then there is Jagjit Singh, who remained a perfectionist till his untimely death on October 10, 2011.
...Full StoryToday, October 2, 2020, Sting turns 69. To borrow from his own song, every song that he records, we’ll be listening to it; every move that he makes in music, films and causes, we’ll be following it.
...Full StoryBruce Springsteen's songs chronicle his working-class roots and cover social and political commentary. On September 23, 2020, he turns 71.
...Full StoryThe indie music scene is buzzing with huge potential and the future looks promising.
...Full StoryRoger Waters is 77. He is still selling out concerts around the world. He is a loud voice on human rights issues — sometimes aggravating and occasionally troublemaking.
...Full StoryThe nostalgic era of a fascinating slice of music and advertising history when many of our classic playback singers lent their voice to advertisement jingles.
...Full StoryThe adage goes, "women do not get to be sexual in old age". On August 16, 2020, Madonna turns 62. And she continues to provoke by daring to be an ageing woman exhibiting her desires and the need to be desired.
...Full StoryMark Knopfler — born on August 12, 1949 — made a massive impact on rock history with some of the best guitar playings to ever come out of the rock world.
...Full StoryMohammed Rafi, who passed away on this day 40 years ago, does not deserve Bharat Ratna; the Bharat Ratna deserves him.
...Full StoryOne key to Santana's success is his unique way of reinterpreting the music of different cultures, from Latin to reggae and blues to bop.
...Full StoryWhat better way to transition from one emotional theme to another than to have a song immediately after another with a different mood so that the differentiation becomes obvious?
...Full StoryThe duo had a fine flair for regional folk music, catchy dance numbers, soulful devotional songs, children’s songs – you name it.
...Full StoryThe title song is amongst the many subgenres that exist in the delightful world of Hindi film music, especially till the mid-70s. Though not extinct yet, they are certainly on their way out.
...Full StoryThis month, Engelbert turned 84. But his music has transcended time and generations and his voice continues to reach out to people – serving to transport and inspire, to embrace and to provoke emotions.
...Full StoryWhat makes Talat Mahmood's voice unique, beyond replication?
...Full StoryIndia’s Daughter should be seen by all as it holds a mirror to a society that is far from being sensitive to gender issues.
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