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Rishi Rich (born Rishpal Singh Rekhi) is a British Asian Sikh music producer based in London, UK. He is internationally known for his bhangra tracks as well as hindi remixes. He has also produced remixes for various mainstream artisits such as Madonna and Britney Spears, Misteeq, and Craig David. In the past, he has produced many remix…
Rishi Rich (born Rishpal Singh Rekhi) is a British Asian Sikh music producer based in London, UK. He is internationally known for his bhangra tracks as well as hindi remixes. He has also produced remixes for various mainstream artisits such as Madonna and Britney Spears, Misteeq, and Craig David. In the past, he has produced many remix albums, for example Love 2 Love. Recently, he has produced two solo albums, including his latest album The Project.
Recently it has been alleged that Rishi has spent thousands of pounds on a watch which clearly reflects his success as a music producer. At the humble age of 17 ,Rishi Rich released the single "Bombay Jungle" followed by the smash hit album "Love 2 Love" which launched him in to the spotlight as the talented producer behind 2 kool. Following hot on the heels of it's success,2 kool released more hit albums including "Warm it up" , "2 Cool Flava" "Bollywood Fever" and "Klassic Kuts" as well as the "Love 2 Love" series which saw 5 more sucessful chapters, Part 2 won an award for the best selling remix album of 1996. Touring over India with his unique sound, Rishi gained a further knowledge of the in the skills of the music business, recording with such profile artists as Kumar Sanu, Udit Narayan and Kavita Krishnamurti.
1997 saw creative differences for Kool and Rishi decided to go his own way .Teaming up with the talented soul singer Veronica, they formed the R 'n' B sensation VR1. The collaboration culminated in 3 hit albums, "The Next Stage", Love 2 Love Part 5 " and "Voices", an opus of original material that took the market by storm. He has exchanged vibes with many artists including Apache Indian , Bally Jagpal, B21, Sonu Nigam, Premi, Don Dee, Mentor, Saagar Malik, PDM , Amer and Gunjan. Rishi Rich is currently producing Veronica's solo material as well as working on the other mainstream material for the likes of Romina Johnson, Drizabone, Yana and Don Dee.
In 2000, Rishi Rich started the year by signing to Ishq Records, Bally Sagoo's Record Label. A label renowned for his high calibre artists and quality productions. Rishi will only add this reputation with his first solo album 'Simply Rich' . The industry is eagerly awaiting this. Rishi is totally on a roll with the release of MIS-Teeqs 'Roll On' and the track is called 'This is how we do it' (from all All G Soundtrack ).Both charted in the national charts at number 7 in June 2002.Craig David and Mis-Teeq are just of the few top acts that Rishi is fusing with. The talk on the street is that Rishi Rich has just begun.... With an impressive past and a prosperous future, this unique producer is bound to stand the test line and further establish himself and leader in both the Asian and English market.
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Rishi Rich and Jay Sean Play Nice on Twitter
Posted November 18th, 2009 09:11
Rishi Rich and Jay Sean either never had issues or made up after their alleged Twitter war. Find out all the details here..
Rishi Rich in Twitter War With Jay Sean?
Posted November 17th, 2009 09:11
A Twitter war was allegedly started by U.K. producer Rishi Rich when he read an article about Jay Sean in the Evening Standard and didn’t see his name mentioned! Read all about it here..
Which is Your Favorite Artist Gone Bhangra For a Day?
Posted October 20th, 2009 09:10
Check out our list of artists gone Bhangra for just a track and let us know which one is your favorite..
Video: Miss Pooja and Rishi Rich in the Studio
Posted September 18th, 2009 06:09
Check out this video of Miss Pooja and Rishi Rich working in the studio and sharing some exciting news!.
Summer Bhangra Hits: Part II
Posted September 12th, 2009 08:09
Check out the Bhangra tunes that ended our summer with a bang..
Veronica Teams Up With H-Dhami
Posted August 25th, 2009 23:08
Veronica is teaming up with H-Dhami in her upcoming video 'Ni Aaja Veh.' Check out the images from the video shoot..
Album Review: 'Romantic Jatt' by Miss Pooja
Posted August 23rd, 2009 22:08
Check out our review of Miss Pooja's Bhangra album "Romantic Jatt.".
What's Your Favorite Juggy D Song?
Posted August 12th, 2009 04:08
Juggy D has become one of the hottest Bhangra artists on the scene, check out some of his biggest videos..
Rishi Rich Lends Musical Talent to New Artist
Posted August 11th, 2009 08:08
Read to find out what new artist Rishi Rich is collaborating with now.
Rishi Rich and Veronica are Official Desi Donors
Posted July 30th, 2009 01:07
Urban Desi producer Rishi Rich and singer Veronica are the first two official recruits for the Bone Marrow and Blood donor registers. Read to find out why the two felt a need to sign up with "Desi Donor’s".
Urban Desi Flashback: 2point9
Posted July 30th, 2009 08:07
Before Jay Sean, Juggy D and Veronica were at the height of their success, the artists were known as the 2point9 crew or Doh Point Nau. Check out videos from one of the most original crews coming out of the Urban Desi scene..
What is Your Favorite Veronica Music Video?
Posted July 21st, 2009 09:07
Watch some of Veronica's music videos and tell us which one is your favorite..
'Kool 2 B Asian' Video Officially Out!
Posted July 13th, 2009 06:07
Check out Menis' video for "Kool 2 B Asian!".
Which One of Rishi Rich's Discoveries are your Favorite?
Posted June 19th, 2009 01:06
Tell us who your favorite Rishi Rich artist is—past or present!.
Will New Rishi Rich Artist, Tasha Tah, Steal The Spotlight?
Posted June 04th, 2009 10:06
Tasha Tah and Veronica seem like pretty good girlfriends. But will jealousy and rivalry tear this friendship apart? Read on to get the full story..
Music Video for Mumzy's 'One More Dance'
Posted May 27th, 2009 09:05
If you haven't seen it yet check out the full length video and track for Rishi Rich protégé, Mumzy's new single, 'One More Dance.'.
Rishi Rich's Next Project : Mumzy
Posted May 22nd, 2009 02:05
Read about this upcoming urban desi artist Mumzy and listen to his debut single 'One More Dance'..
Menis on the Set of 'Kool 2 B Asian' Music Video
Posted May 08th, 2009 08:05
Check out photos from behind the scenes of Menis' music video for his single 'Kool 2 B Asian' along with some famous Urban desi artists who stopped by to support Menis.
Desi Brothers In The Music Biz
Posted May 01st, 2009 04:05
In the world of Urban Desi and bhangra, some artists are actually siblings trying to pursue the same goal in life. Check out this list of brothers and tell us who your favorite group of siblings are..
Rishi Rich Hosts Introductory Course at His New Music Academy
Posted April 20th, 2009 11:04
Read more about producer Rishi Rich's introductory course at his new music academy..
What Can Raghav, Jay Sean And Rishi Rich Credit Their Success…
Posted March 31st, 2009 11:03
Raghav, Jay Sean and Rishi Rich are men who have done incredible things with their career. So what can they credit to their success to? Read the article to see if you agree or disagree..
Britney Spears Praises Rishi Rich
Posted April 28th, 2009 05:04
Read what pop princess Britney Spears had to say about renowned UK music producer, Rishi Rich and performing to "Me Against the Music" (Desi Kulcha Remix) on her current tour, "The Circus.".
Rishi Rich Opens a Music Academy in London
Posted March 18th, 2009 10:03
Read more about producer and artist Rishi Rich's new music academy..
2009 UK AMA Award Winners
Posted March 06th, 2009 12:03
Read the article to find out who were the big winners of last night's UK AMA's..
Do We Owe it to Rishi Rich?
Posted March 10th, 2009 03:03
Rishi Rich is one of the hottest names in Desi music and has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry. Read more to hear about the acts we can thank U.K. producer Rishi Rich for..
Britney Spears' Desi Dance Fever
Posted January 29th, 2009 12:01
We chatted with the dancing diva behind pop star Britney Spear's Bollywood dance on her 'Circus' tour. Find out what Bollywood dance choreographer, Rujata Vaidya's experience was like!.
Desi Hits! Exclusive on Britney Spears Bollywood Routine On…
Posted January 28th, 2009 13:01
Britney Spears is doing a Bollywood dance on her upcoming tour. We got the news first from one of her desi choreographers! She is going to be performing to a track by an Urban Desi producer! Find out which one and read to get the scoop!.
Juggy D Live in San Francisco
Posted January 18th, 2009 23:01
Juggy D hit the stage in San Francisco this weekend, and we sat down with the Bhangra star to catch up on his latest projects!.
UK AMAs Weeks Away
Posted January 13th, 2009 12:01
Nominations for the UK AMAs are in.
Can H-Dhami Live Up To His Father?
Posted January 06th, 2009 11:01
H-Dhami is one of the hottest artists on the Bhangra scene today but can he live up to the legendary status of his father?.
Rishi Rich - Innovative Producer or Recycler?
Posted December 24th, 2008 09:12
There's no doubt Rishi Rich is one of the biggest South Asian producers ever to hit the scene. For 16 years the London based producer has been giving us hit after hit, introducing us to hot artists like Jay Sean, Juggy D, Veronica and H-Dhami..
Juggy D or H-Dhami? - You Decide
Posted December 05th, 2008 14:12
They're the new age kids in Bhangra, taking the traditional genre and giving it a twist..
Jugtar's Point of 'Biew'- Week 3
Posted November 26th, 2008 11:11
When Jugtar has something to say he says it! Check out what the wacky sardar has to say about the Bhangra scene!.
Bhangra Breaks Into America Or Not?
Posted November 18th, 2008 17:11
There's no doubt Bhangra music has infiltrated the mainstream music scene, but the question is, where has it gone since then?.
Silinder Pardesi- 'Mahi Vey'
Posted November 18th, 2008 15:11
Silinder Pardesi has come out with a brand new single that has Rishi Rich on it! To check out the video click..
Anu Malik Teams Up With Rishi Rich For A Bollywood Blockbuster
Posted November 07th, 2008 09:11
Kareena Kapoor lip syncing to Veronica's vocals for Kareena Kapoor in Rishi Rich's new project with Anu Malik for the Bollywood film, 'Kambakkht Ishq'. Find out what's in store for this major east meets west collaboration!.
Video Alert: Veronica, 'Rush'
Posted November 06th, 2008 09:11
Desi Hits! brings you Veronica's new video for the track, 'Rush'!.
The Best of Stereo Nation
Posted September 11th, 2008 09:09
Stereo Nation worked with top producers like Bally Sagoo and Rishi Rich to remix their greatest hits into one album. Listen to the snippets and tell us what you think..
Veronica Makes a Comeback
Posted July 24th, 2008 09:07
The first lady of Rishi Rich Productions, Veronica, is back in the scene after a gap of three years and we have all the info behind it! To get the details, click.
Rishi Rich's Newest Productions
Posted July 23rd, 2008 10:07
He's one of the biggest producers in the game, but what has Rishi Rich been up to lately? To find out, click.
H-Dhami - 'Har Gabroo' Video Teaser and Pictures
Posted June 23rd, 2008 09:06
Rishi Rich protege, H-Dhami, is hitting us with yet another video, Har Gabroo, and we've got pictures from the video shoot..
New Serese Video - 'It's The Way'
Posted May 29th, 2008 08:05
Serese's sexy new video, 'It's the Way (Rishi Rich Remix)' is finally here! To watch it click.
Sneak Peak of Serese's New Video
Posted May 22nd, 2008 14:05
Serese's new video, 'It's the Way (Rishi Rich Remix)' is almost ready to premiere and we've got the pics from their video shoot in Italy! To see the pics click.
Veronica Returns - Exclusive New Pics!
Posted May 07th, 2008 14:05
After being out of the spotlight for quite a while, Veronica's all set to make a comeback with a sexy new look and brand new video and single, 'Soniya'!.
Arun's Arrivals Lounge #3 - H Dhami
Posted March 24th, 2008 11:03
Arun's Arrivals Lounge brings you the freshest hits from the Desi scene. Be the first to know whats new by keeping tuned to AAL only on Desihits.com..
Is Juggy Getting Jazzy ??
Posted March 23rd, 2008 22:03
So if you're like us you've probably been wondering where and what Juggy D has been up to since he's been kinda been m.i.a. for a while..
Silinder Pardesi Video ft. Rishi Rich
Posted March 23rd, 2008 15:03
Check out Silinder Pardesi's new vid 'Hey Soniye' featuring Rishi Rich and Juggy D!.
Sophie Gets RICH!!!
Posted March 05th, 2008 20:03
Looks like the queen bee of B-Town remixes, Sophie Choudhary is about to get a mighty RICH makeover..
Arun & P Show 62 - Rishi Rich Story
Posted March 01st, 2008 13:03
Arun and P bring you an ENTIRE show dedicated to the musical life of super producer RISHI RICH. The Deadly Duo take you through Rish's early stages in 2Kool and Pure Garage through to the Solo albums, The Rishi Project, Jay Sean, Juggy D, Veronica,….
New Show: DJ Krash - Malaysia Tour
Posted February 13th, 2008 19:02
The WRITE OFF goes to Malaysia! DJ Krash, THE NEW BRITISH DESI DREAM on tour in malaysia with the brand new RISHI RICH Showcase, It's all live! A short interview with Rafaqat ali Khan, legendary Qawaki singer from Pakistan and his collaborations….
