‘It was fantastic to perform in front of Sridevi’
…says Parichay from popular band RDB on remixing the classic song Chandni oh meri Chandni
You guys remixed the classic song Chandni oh meri Chandni. What was your initial thought process behind choosing the song?
We have a saying in the West, “If it ain’t broke then don’t try to fix it”. Just like Yamla Pagla Deewana we didn’t want to spoil a cult, and instead built on the rhythms, dhols and basslines giving it the RDB flavour. The normal process in making a remake is normally quite quick. However, for this particular remake it took a little longer, simply because Samir has a very keen ear to the music we create. He sat with us most of the production journey tweaking and adjusting the song. As a kid, I loved this song and used to keep on humming it in my free time.
At a recent event you performed in front of Sridevi and dedicated the song to her. How did it go?
We performed to the track of Chandni on Valentine’s Day at the film’s music launch event. Chandni Oh Meri Chandni has turned out just the way we wanted it to be. There’s great rhythm to it and also a soulful melody. We had all been waiting to dedicate this song to Sri Devi, and it was a great experience for us performing it in front of her.
You collaborated with Sunidhi Chauhan for the song. So, how was the experience?
Sunidhi Chauhan is a very talented singer; it was a pleasure working with her. Samir discussed the tracks with us and we found it appealing to our genre of music. Also, the fact that we have been great fans of the track, made the decision almost impulsive to do the music.
Tell us about your new album All New Everything.
All New Everything is my sophomore album, encompassing a mesh of various musical influences that have defined my signature melody, that are vivacious and fresh in essence. The album boasts of a repertoire of musical tastes, representing the multiculturalism of my home town, Toronto, Canada. I have not only defined my own inimitable style on this album but have also collaborated with some of the most talented artists from Rap and R&B to Pop and bhangra, enhancing the album’s cross-over international appeal.
…says Parichay from popular band RDB on remixing the classic song Chandni oh meri Chandni
You guys remixed the classic song Chandni oh meri Chandni. What was your initial thought process behind choosing the song?
We have a saying in the West, “If it ain’t broke then don’t try to fix it”. Just like Yamla Pagla Deewana we didn’t want to spoil a cult, and instead built on the rhythms, dhols and basslines giving it the RDB flavour. The normal process in making a remake is normally quite quick. However, for this particular remake it took a little longer, simply because Samir has a very keen ear to the music we create. He sat with us most of the production journey tweaking and adjusting the song. As a kid, I loved this song and used to keep on humming it in my free time.
At a recent event you performed in front of Sridevi and dedicated the song to her. How did it go?
We performed to the track of Chandni on Valentine’s Day at the film’s music launch event. Chandni Oh Meri Chandni has turned out just the way we wanted it to be. There’s great rhythm to it and also a soulful melody. We had all been waiting to dedicate this song to Sri Devi, and it was a great experience for us performing it in front of her.
You collaborated with Sunidhi Chauhan for the song. So, how was the experience?
Sunidhi Chauhan is a very talented singer; it was a pleasure working with her. Samir discussed the tracks with us and we found it appealing to our genre of music. Also, the fact that we have been great fans of the track, made the decision almost impulsive to do the music.
Tell us about your new album All New Everything.
All New Everything is my sophomore album, encompassing a mesh of various musical influences that have defined my signature melody, that are vivacious and fresh in essence. The album boasts of a repertoire of musical tastes, representing the multiculturalism of my home town, Toronto, Canada. I have not only defined my own inimitable style on this album but have also collaborated with some of the most talented artists from Rap and R&B to Pop and bhangra, enhancing the album’s cross-over international appeal.
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