Music Review: 'Radio'

September 02 2009 15:20 PST

 

By: Mufsin Mahbub

The music king is back with a bang! One just can't take the composer out of Himesh Reshammiya who takes on three jobs for his upcoming film "Radio." As a singer and composer on the soundtrack of "Radio," Himesh surprises us with an altogether different approach to music, including a brand new voice. He created a trend four years back and now he may start a new one if the songs from "Radio" are in any way unique.

What We Think:
Himesh starts off well with "Mann Ka Radio" using his new voice which he already showed off in the song promo. The track has a remix version feat. DJ Akbar Sami that further elevates it on the dance floor. Tracks like "Janeman," "Koi Na Koi Chalte," "Teri Meri Dosti Ka Aasman," and "Shaam Ho Chali Hai" give us the soulful sounds of Himesh's music that we all remember from past collaborations with Shreya Ghoshal. The track "Piya Jaise Ladoo Mothihur Wale" has that Indian classical touch with the beautiful vocals of Rekha Bhardwaj, while the remix has a true club vibe to it. Punjabi and folk music happen to play a role in Himesh's music with tracks like "Damadji Angana Hai Padhare" and "Zindagi Jaise Ek Radio." But even if Sufi maestro Kailash Kher helps out on "Damadji...," the song doesn't provide a different pitch. "Zindagi Jaise Ek Radio" could potentially bring the house down with a full throttle remix. Himesh concludes with the slow track "Rafa Dafa Kiya Nahin Jaaye" that talks about moving on in life. The tune is different and a good way to end the album.

Best Tracks:
"Mann Ka Radio," "Janeman," "Shaam Ho Chali Hai," "Koi Na Koi Chalte," and "Zindagi Jaise Ek Radio"

Worst Track:
"Damadji Angana Hai Padhare"

Our Verdict:
As Himesh would say: "Fantastic, outstanding, mindblowing, history!" "Radio" has definitely given the singer and composer a different and brilliant outlook on life as an artist. He has made something that only he is capable of doing. All I can say is: Himesh is back! With nine tracks and three remixes, "Radio" is sure to hit the top spot at the charts in no time. Highly recommended!

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September 10, 2009 04:38 PST

Congratulations!! 2 u & ur all teammates.Hope for the best.

September 10, 2009 04:33 PST

u created History!

September 10, 2009 04:24 PST

U know Movie Radio songs are getting played on Radio Mirchi- 98.3 FM -the most popular Fm channel daily.

September 10, 2009 04:17 PST

CHEERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 4 Radio.

September 10, 2009 04:03 PST

Song 'Juda Juda Sa' & 'Piya Jaise Ladoo' is very close to my heart.

September 10, 2009 03:58 PST

I m very passionate about ur music.

September 10, 2009 03:49 PST

Teri deewani deewani!

September 10, 2009 03:45 PST

u hv done excellent job, HR.

September 10, 2009 03:37 PST

we watch promo of your movie 'Radio' daily on V channel, Music India etc.

September 10, 2009 03:33 PST

I m the great devotee of Godess Durga like u. Say "Jai Mata Di". May Maa bless us all!

September 10, 2009 03:26 PST

i m a titaniccccccccccccccccccc fan of u. All the best!

September 10, 2009 03:21 PST

Maine suna hai ki aap bahut hi achchhe insaan hai and i feel the same when watch you on any show on t.v.

September 10, 2009 03:16 PST

whn v wl b abl 2 wtch dis movie- "Radio"

September 10, 2009 03:10 PST

Tell me wht's ur favourite song from this movie.

September 10, 2009 03:05 PST

Thanx for giving us so wonderful caller tunes.

September 10, 2009 02:56 PST

aap itna talent kaha se laaye hain Sir.

September 10, 2009 02:44 PST

u r looking very handsome in ur new look.

September 10, 2009 02:38 PST

Mann ka Radio bajne de zara, station koi naya tune kar le zara.......Marvellous!!!!!

September 10, 2009 01:41 PST

once again u hv prvd that u r a great composer. I mean ittttttttttttt

September 03, 2009 21:06 PST

I Wating This Film

September 02, 2009 22:01 PST

his new voice..2 voices. idk im gonna check this out outta shear curiosity

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