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A 15 minute demo compiling some of my original and cover songs….All songs have more of me in my own voice……
This does not have any song that resembles any of the greats, deliberately. It was done on a professional angle for submitting to some modern day music directors. And every one of them today looks out for versatility and modernity in the singers and want to sound different in their songs. It’s a rat race out there. What I have learned from my 25 years as a singer is that today people wah wah when you sing Kishore, Rafi, K.J, S.P.B, Mukesh songs on stage and also on the web where our hearts are still with good old melodious numbers and occassionally some modern songs which do stick on to the basics old good music. But the real world out there is entirely different. If you give a demo of some old songs opening your heart out and giving everything that you have no one even winks! All that they want is “something different”. This Demo is the product of such a view. Hence I would advice all of the aspiring singers who would like to make a mark in the film industry to deliberately avoid typical songs where you have a tendency to sound like the greats knowingly or unknowingly as you tend to be compared with them immediately.Most of the music directors have so little time for us singers and may not hear a CD full of many songs. Hence a medley is the current trend to showcase yourselves, and make sure that all the ingredients of your singing comes out in a single punch :)
That’s why except “Arikil” you will not find any of my other typical covers of the greats in this demo. It’s just an demo of a demo to show how it can be and why it is so. And I also should add that it would be different for every singer as per his/her strengths as a singer.
And my advice is that do not hate or love any particular song or any particular music. In real life, if you are going to be a professional singer, then almost 90% of the time you will have to sing songs and music that you do not personally like. Once we develop a strong distaste for something, it’s very difficult to get to the mood of the song during a recording and it affects you negatively as a singer. Have an open mind to every kind of music!
Now coming to the songs:
1) Chitti Aayi Re( My first Telugu debut song tuned by Bollywood fame “Sandeep Chowta”)
2) Tu Meri Adhuri- From Ghajini
3) Arikil- From Nee Ethra Dhanya ( Malayalam, A masterpiece from G. Devarajan in his later part of life)
4) Hero- Enrique Iglesiasis
5) Muddu Muddu- My own duet with K.S Chitra from an upcoming Telugu Movie.
6) Sakura- A Japanese Song of Naotaro Moriyama
7) Masakkali- From Delhi 6
8) Kumari- From Anyan
9) Yeh Honsla- From Dor ( From Salim Sulaiman duo)
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July 28, 2009
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Ramya Harish said
Let me call it a very very nice medley. You arranged it in an interesting manner. I wish my favs En kadhale n jashn e bahara were also there. Liked Hero, bengali one n kumari a lot, heard them only now. Yeh hausla is unbeatable!
My recent covers:
Kadhal kavidhaigal with Joseph
Thendral dhaan with Kumaran
Cheers:)
Ramya
Radhika Nair (away) said
The one stop shop is a good idea,Pradip :) – Though i wish you had given some details of the songs that you have plugged in.
Am not a fan of all the pieces and commenting on what i liked the most
1)Guzaarish – superb!
2)Arikil – am hearing yours for the first time – beautifully sung with great feel.
3)The English song that followed showed a very versatile you – though i dont know the original, i thought you sang it extremely well.The vibratos and feel were excellent!
4)Sakura – very soothing composition and nicely sung.
5)Masakali – great attitude in your singing, Pradeep! Liked it as much as the original.
6)Ye hausla was an absolute treat!
Radhika
Pl do listen to my latest uploads
Poraale Ponnuthai – Karuthamma(Tamizh)
Justuju Jiski Thi – Umrao Jaan
Bodhisattva Dasgupta
said
Awesome one, Pradip Sir…. Sounds like one of those clips that are shown at event like the Academy Awards when they feature an Artist…. :)
Regards,
Bodhi
My Latest Upload : Badi Naazuk Hai Yeh Manzil – Jogger’s Park & Majhi Re – The Bong Connection
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Dr. priya Rajan said
Oh! Pradip
Well its an wonderful idea to bring this and I can listen to these numbers. I know this is an answer to my question ….Great idea!
Telugu …… awesome!!! beautifully rendered!
Versatile flow of Hindi –
“Tu meri aduri ……. well done!!! Hats off!
Malayalam – Pradip ! you made me swing back an forth with your lovely song.
Enna Voice – God’s gift. Hey! U sound so good – incomparable talent.
English – Wow! Oh! you really make me dance to your tunes and music……
I never listened to any of your English… too wonderful!
Love to listen to more of this.
For ever and ever i can always keep listening to you.You just made me feel so light and fresh!
Would love to listen more of such songs.
TELUGU – Fast track
-What should I say Pradip!Literally dancing to your tunes.
I KNOW YOU HAVE GIVEN ME THE RIGHT ANSWER FOR MY DOUBTS.
Pradip entha bhagha padithivi nuvvu! I know now you can understand telugu as well. Great guy.
Bengali – UUUUUUUUUU the best!!! Am I right ?
Hey! dear I just could not understand the meaning but the song sounds so good, especially brings the moods to be in a serene atmosphere surrounded by beautiful hillocks!
Hindi – Tu hi Suraj ki roshini …. hamare liye!!!
Aur especially for me like the Sun at the dawn of the day.
Fast music…. loved it. Mood to dance!
Good laugh, capturing my heart! he he he he
Enjoying it. How should I thank you?
Tamil – Enghendu Evalavu nallu voice and I am really enjoying it Pradip.
Hindi – “Hum kudha se puchenghe ki tum humko aur gaye aur gaye”, what can i say….!
Hey janab, ham aap ke sangeet ke samne jjug gaye hain! Kudha aap ko aur suv sal deeeeee.
Pradip today evening its going to be a treat for me to listen to all the numbers. Enjoyed and loved all your styles.
I am sorry made a dissection of your music but in a proper manner!
Good Luck always!
MUSIC is the language of the soul!
Pradip somasundaran said
Ramya, Priya- Thank you so much. The Sakura song is not a bengali one. It’s Japanese. Priya, thanks for the detailed analysis doc:)
Radhika- Your answer is there on the top. Thank you so much.
Bodhi- Thank you so much for the comments.
Meri Awaz Suno
Radhika Nair (away) said
Pradip – Thanks for the details. Sounds like a mad world out there – truly appreciate your gesture to let other singers know how and what works.
Radhika
Pl do listen to my latest uploads
Poraale Ponnuthai – Karuthamma(Tamizh)
Justuju Jiski Thi – Umrao Jaan
Narayanan Raju said
Pradip sir,
Thanks very much for sharing such valuable information with the community here. This will be highly useful and informative for the many aspiring singers here and anywhere else.
I totally can see the current trend of being different, which probably is a result of the abounding talent pool that is being churned out in this generation. And no wonder versatality seems to be what is mainly looked at. Like allrounders in a one day cricket team……:).
That said, I have already heard most of the songs here from your previous posts. It is an excellent mix and selection of songs that bring out your so very wide repertoire. May be you could have added a rap section too….:).
I find your advice and support for fellow artists highly commendable and very noble. I thank you with all my heart for that.
-Narayanan.
Lijo Kurian said
Masterji,
Your arikil nee undayirunnenkil was superb. I love that song and loved it in your voice. Add more slow pace malayalam numbers…
Waiting for more…
Regards
Lijo.
Ramya Harish said
Oops, That was japanese! Great!!How poorly interpretated:)) Nice write up there! Hats off to ur versatility.
My recent covers:
Kadhal kavidhaigal with Joseph
Thendral dhaan with Kumaran
Cheers:)
Ramya
Priya B said
Awesome and amazing medley!!
Your advice & suggestions….what a kind gesture!!
Here are my nicest wishes too to you!!
Let you have all the wonderful things happening to you.
GOD BLESS YOU!!
Cheers,
Priya
Harry Chops
said
Wow! this was a never ending treat. An effective way of showcasing your best in a handy package. Needless to mention, singing is top class.
Regards,
Please listen to my Ek Ajnabi hasina se
Ik din Bik Jaayega
Raju chal Raju-cover
Hai Preet Jahan Ki Reet Sada-Purab Aur Paschim and
Ek Raasta Hai Zindagi
and provide your feedback
Cheers
Harry
Subbu said
it is time for you to showcase the beautiful human being that you are Pradip……what a thoughtful gesture….versality is your middle name!very nicely compiled!
(BTW I just realised that Tu meri Adhuri’s opening is a blatant lift from the song Livin la vida loca(outside inside out) by Ricky Martin……shameful for an Oscar winner….))
Regards,
Subbu.
-————————————————————Straight From the heart, Always
Rahul Soman said
Pradip Etta,
Nalla compilation. You have shown your versatility. This compilation will elevate you as a flexible singer. Really liked it :-) Your wonderful tips are refreshing as usual :-)
BTW Hero&Sakura was unexpectedly brilliant and superb
Regards,
Rahul
“The great pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do!!!”
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Ratish R said
naaice compilation!:)
Satish Murti said
outstanding compilation and what a range of voice efforts…… its a treat listening to your voice…. i am posting a link to the lyrics of a proposed song which we wish to dedicate to Lord Vamanamoorthy Temple in Aluva. We are working with Maruthi Nambi on this and wish that you join in please…will call you shortly… Best regards, Satish
Listen to:
…Belong to you! |
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More than words |
DAZZ |
MUMBAILICAL |
Nithya
said
I loved the medley:)
I am sure your advice will come handy to lot of aspiring singers.
Looking forward to meeting you on the Sep 20th!
Cheers
Nithya
Ritesh Wadhwani said
Sir,with all Respect to ur experience first of all Thank u soo much for ur advice which will b surely a booster for me….i will soon, definitely start trying out new and different Songs……about ur Songs….
1)Chitti Aayi Re :- A Perfect Song to start with Superb Mixing and Perfect at all Places :0
2) Tu Meri Adhuri – I Loved ur expressions here a lot,u hold ur breath so well.
3) Arikil – Ur Capability to Sing Semi-Classical was beautifully shown here.
4) Hero – Honestly,Sir i think u shud Exclude this Song and try some other English Song because this wasn’t up to the mark….i mean u had uniqueness but this cud have been very much better :)
5) Muddu Muddu – This was a typical Telugu Song and u did a well job in the part u uploaded.
6) Sakura – Honestly, this Song showed tat u r par Versatility and i liked this Song of urs the most i actually felt that m listening to a Unique Japanese Singer :)
7) Masakkali – Have heard this before u have done a great Job wid Masakali specially the laughters u have caught the perfect Expressions required for this Song plus u have Sung it in ur own Unique Style which was a must i have seen many Singers Singing this Song and trying to depict Mohit Chauhan as close as possible u really kept the Originality alive :)
8) Kumari – ur Modulation in this Song and Japanese Song show what superb Modulations u can make and this Song how u can Sing some difficult Tongue Twisters :)
9) Yeh Honsla – This is a Perfect Song to End……u knw the First Song i heard of urs here was Masakali, then Mann ki lagan in coninuity then i saw Yeh Honsla i just cudn’t stop myself frm playing it in continuity at that time i wasn’t on this site and after hearing u 3 Songs i immediately decided i will join this Site……u have just done exceptionally well job in this Song.This is one of the Toughest Songs in terms of Modulations and u have done full justice to this Song….
Kudos Sir m sure all Music Directors u send this file will b tempted to give u Songs :)
Do take out sometime to hear My Recordings :)
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Arun Nair said
Pradeepetta, You have been such a wonderful mentor and idol for me till date. I thank You with my whole heart for coming out with this medley, as I could identify the modulations and attitude You have shown to each song. Really versatile! I have to learn hell lot of things from You! And You told it right… Music is Music, no hatred towards any type of Music! Hats off Pradeepetta! Bow before YOU!
Gurubhyonamah!
Meera Manohar
said
How did I miss this? :=D
Very very true about having an open mind Pradip, couldn’t agree more. Was real nice listening to all these in one shot!
Cheers,
A few of my latest posts:
Munbe Vaa (cover version) with Karthik Nagarajan#
Kuch tho log ( female cover version ) with Jay Swami
Gems of Ilayaraaja- Naane Naana
My song list on Muziboo
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My blog
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Vamsi Nadella said
Pradip,
It is indeed a flashback. I have already listened to most of these songs here. But this is an interesting mix of songs……and very good selection……Shows your versatility right away…….Very nice.
I don’t know about other languages but your Telugu pronunciation is on the dot….Perfect. Much Much better than some singers who sing Telugu songs these days. Special appreciation on that.
Rest of the songs were excellent….
Many Many thanks for the information. It is very valuable. So true about having an open mind. Will keep all your pointers in mind.
All the very best….
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Please do comment. They help me encourage and improve.
Radhakrishnan Nair said
Pradipji,
Excellent compilation of your work. Each song was just awesome, perfect in every sense.
You are an inspiration to us Muzibooans.Thanks for the valuable information. Keep up the great work.
bets regards
RK
Shiju Nk said
Hi sir, An effective way of showcasing your best in a handy package……Nice compilation
Music….my life….
Regards
Shiju Nalukandathil
Deblina M (away) said
Wow !
Uthra said
Pradip:
Nicely compiled. Enjoyed listening to the medley of songs.
Sushanth Shankar said
Hi Pradipetta!
Excellent piece of work! Am just speechless… Loved the English and the Japanese song! Hat off!
All the very best!
- Sushanth