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!