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| Rehman sings a new tune |
| [ Wednesday, March 29, 2006 02:03:07 am PTI ] NEW DELHI: Satellite-based digital radio service provider Worldspace on Tuesday roped in renowned music director A R Rehman as its national brand ambassador. Source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com More News: http://www.apunkachoice.com, http://www.prnewswire.com, http://www.newindpress.com, http://www.indiaglitz.com, http://sify.com, http://www.televisionpoint.com, |
| Bangaram technical team |
| Updated: 03-26-2006 By andhracafe This is Kalyan's second film by Surya Movies. The actor feels that AM Ratnam is the correct person to make the film because he had earlier produced films like Indian. This movie deals with students problems and the actor plays the role of a student leader. The screenplay is by Satyanand and Pawan Kalyan, writers are Patrick Biswas and Siddardha. Camera is handled by PC Sriram and music is scored by AR Rehman. Source: http://www.andhracafe.com/ |
| Ustad celebrates janamdin | ||||
The who's who of the music industry came together to celebrate Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan saheb's 75th birthday last weekend.
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| A.R.Rahman's money matters |
| By MIO Team
Rahman is very selective these days and he gives his best in the few projects he does. He has come out with a soothing album for 'The Rising', knowing that it's a big film. But there is a pathetic story behind this music. He received only Rs.10 lakhs, which was paid to the Prague Orchestra. Meanwhile, producer of the film Bobby Bedi said recently that they have recovered the cost of the film. He also had said that a lot of money had been paid. He seems to be unaware of the due pending. The makers of the film should know that Rahman deserves much more than they think. Copyright 2006 by MusicIndiaOnLine.comSource: |
| 'I'm yet to be paid for Mangal Pandey' |
| By: Lalitha Suhasini |
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You said you were tired of period films.
I didn't say that. I said I was tired of people slotting me; just because I did period films like Mangal Pandey people got the impression I wanted to retire and go to AIR.
It took four months to come up with the score for Mangal Pandey. I'm yet to be paid for Mangal Pandey.
I had to be patient enough for Rang De Basanti's release, but knew that people were getting impatient. Most fans thought that I had turned into a desh bhakt with all the period films.
Let's talk Rang De Basanti
It feels very good. In fact, that's another period film of sorts. Rakeysh and I coordinated with each other for four years for Rang De Basanti. The only difference is that we got a new producer, which was a huge leap.
Rakeysh gave me four scripts and said that he had another small idea, which turned out to be the fifth script. I told him that this is your movie.
It's not a clich. I'd never heard something like this before. I think people are lost today. Especially the younger generation. The film is almost like a coded message for the youth.
Which was the toughest?
Khoon Chala was meant to be a loud track.
It was all about expressing a revolutionary's thoughts. I would have hated doing it as it was originally planned, because people wouldn't have been interested in this sort of a track. It just wouldn't fit into Rang De Basanti.
We took a last minute decision to use a romantic melody. Serious lyrics on a love tune made all the difference.
We wanted Mohit (Silk Route) to sing the track and it turned out that Prasoon had worked with the band, and everything just fell into place.
You mean there are no vocal differences?
The range has come down. There is a problem with high notes that has to be digitally adjusted. But that's a physical thing.
My vocal range has come down too with age.
It's nothing to do with singing capabilities.
The title track didn't have a dhol explosion and was more Urban Asian Underground than a traditional bhangra sound.
Most bhangra tracks are on one scale. We tried to get a little more experimental and I used a chromatic scale.
Daler recorded the track in two hours.
The song had seven antara tunes, and Prasoon wrote lyrics for all. But we had to take out a few antaras because a regular film song could not be so long. It was a tussle with Prasoon. He's the perfect balance between a modern writer and a classic poet. The modern writers overuse words like deewani and mastani, but Prasoon knows his work.
Prasoon mentioned that both of you often locked heads over the lyrics.
Rigidity never works. Both of us were very open. That's the only way that discoveries are made.
You're also composing for Abbas Tyrewala's film aren't you?
It's done. It's young music. It's not a period film. The film is like Abbas — chirpy and youthful.
What's happening to Water?
It's supposed to release in India. The producer gave me a couple of CDs. I've learnt that once I'm done with a soundtrack, I just have to move on.
What are the other new projects?
Now Chinese people (sic) are also bringing their projects after Warriors of Heaven and Earth. When I was in Stanford a couple of offers came in, but it's not just about putting my name to a score anymore. I think work should speak for the artiste.
Down south, I'm doing Shankar's Sivaji and Maniji's new film.
What are you listening to nowadays?
I haven't had time to listen to anything recently. I last bought a Qawwal live recording by Farid Ayaz. James Blunt is another favourite. I picked up his album in UK a few months ago.
I also heard a few Indian kids in Stanford. They've done a version of Maa Tujhe Salaam and are calling it ragapella. I want to release this track, and show how it's changed over the next generation.
I don't listen to music when I record.
Why do you mostly work nights?
Why not? Now I work early mornings too. I've been travelling so much that jet lag has caught on, and I sleep at night. I work afternoons too sometimes.
Your daughters featured on the soundtrack of Mangal Pandey The Rising
Yes, they were very excited.
Both my daughters Kathija (11) and Rahima (8) are learning music from Ghulam Mustafa Khan saab's son.
There are no tutors for Hindustani music in Chennai. They are also learning Western and Carnatic.
How often are you home?
It depends. I wish I could be there more often.
What's being at home like?
I keep arranging things.
I physically arrange things around the house. I try to be neat.
Otherwise, I'm busy in the studio and keep going at something until the real thing comes along, losing track of everything else. Fortunately, people understand.
When we contacted the film maker and producer of Mangal Pandey The Rising, about the long overdue paycheck and both sounded surprisingly uncertain. "You should be talking to Bobby Bedi," said film maker Ketan Mehta adding, "I'm not aware of this at all." When producer Bedi was contacted he said, "That's not correct. A lot of the money has been paid. I don't know if there are any dues or not. Now that you have brought it to my notice, I'll just check." Rahman maintains that only 15 per cent of the dues have been paid. "What he gave me was only for the Prague orchestra," he said adding, "I've received Rs 10 lakhs to pay the orchestra. It was a big film and you can't have cheesy music." Rahman further added, "Bobby Bedi went on record on TV and said that he recovered his money in the first week itself. I wouldn't go this far usually, but I'm spending my lifetime doing very few projects and I don't want to get cheated. There are people who want to work with me, and I don't want them to get cheated either." |
| 'Like Aishwarya, I am promoting Indian cinema,' says AR Rahman |
| Karishma Upadhyay | Wednesday, March 08, 2006 20:22 IST Now that his new look has been explained, it's time to talk about the one project that he has been involved with for the longest time - the 'Lord of the Rings' musical stage version.. "I have been working on this for more than two years," he says about the nearly $28 million stage epic which previewed on February 4. The musical opens in Toronto on March 28 and moves to London next year. Rahman has collaborated on the play's 15 tracks with Varttina, a folk band from Finland. "It was an interesting collaboration, he says, adding, "to those who've heard my music before, I'd say don't expect 'Shakalaka Baby' or 'Chaiya Chaiya'. But would there be any Indian elements in the musical. "Of course, there is a very interesting juncture of the play for which I recorded some alaaps with Shankar Mahadevan," he says with a twinkle in his eye. After a long gap, Rahman rocked the nation again with 'Rang De Basanti', and he is obviously satisfied. "Even after so many years, it's nice to hear my work playing in every street in the country." So why doesn't he do more work in Bollywood? "Simply because I don't have the time," he says, without skipping a beat. Because of the numerous international projects? "I know that a lot of people are upset that I've been concentrating on international work. I'd like to ask them if they wouldn't have grabbed these opportunities if they had been in my place? Also, at some level, I'm promoting Indian cinema just like Shekhar Kapur or Aishwarya Rai. What's wrong with that?" u_karishma@dnaindia.com Source: http://dnaindia.com/ |
| Rehman launches Kailash Kher's debut album |
| IndiaGlitz [Wednesday, March 08, 2006] Rehman, who had a busy night ahead for a film recording, was nevertheless graciously present at the release for half an hour, and did the honors. Kher thanked "Bhagwan ke puttra (Son of God) Allah Rakkha Rehman" profusely for having graced the occasion, and Rehman, brief and pithy as usual, reminisced, "I am glad to be here for Kailash's album launch. I remember how I first heard of him. I had asked Mehboob, our lyricist, for a new voice that is earthy and strong, and he said, I have just the person for you. That voice can only be that of Kailash!' And he sent Kailash to meet me. The moment I heard him, I knew that here was a voice that was so wonderful, and which had its own unique space.... I want to say that Kailash Kher's voice has something that had been lacking a lot -- it had pure soul! Allah Ke Bande is one of my all time favorite songs," the genius composer said. Singer Alka Yagnik too came in specially to congratulate Kailash. "I wanted to come over and congratulate you on your first album. I hope that it is extremely successful! God Bless!" she said to Kher. Later, she too, along with Rahman and Kailash, was mobbed by still photographers. The band Kailasa performed four songs live, with Kher dedicating the first, Teri Diwani, to Rehman, the audience, and to those who support the fight against piracy. Sony BMG India MD Sridhar said, "It is indeed a great day for us. In the past too, we have been responsible for launching some great talent, and today, we are proud to be associated with the debut album of Kailash Kher. Over the time we've spent working on this album together, I have not just been exposed to a wonderful talent, but also made a wonderful friend (in Kailash)." The audience loved the live peformance, and going by audience reaction, Kailasa is bound to be a hit. Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com |
| Don't expect Shakalaka Baby for Rings : Rahman | |
| Associated Press | Thursday, 09 March , 2006, 12:53 Rahman had earlier composed music for ''Bombay Dreams'' - a musical about India's movie industry by Andrew Lloyd Webber that was a hit in London's West End, but struggled on Broadway. The two songs were Bollywood favorites and featured in the musical ''Bombay Dreams.'' The 40-year-old composer has won several Indian music awards and composed music for more than 120 Bollywood movies. Source: http://sify.com |
| 'Paathshala' continues its musical momentum |
| IANS [Tuesday, February 28, 2006] Source: http://www.nowrunning.com |
| Rahman to tour U.S. with Global Rhythms |
| Sudhish Kamath Source: http://www.hindu.com |
Everybody knows that A.R.Rahman is a winner and people simply love his music. He has recently enthralled music lovers with the albums of 'The Rising' and 'Rang De Basanti'. However, shocking waves will run down your spine on hearing this piece of news. Surprisingly, this renowned musician is not paid fully for his work in 'The Rising'. 
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