Coke Studio
proudly released the sixth episode from its landmark Season 11 titled ‘ZAMANA’ featuring “Ilallah”
by Sounds of Kolachi, “Hawa Hawa” by
Hasan Jahangir and Gul Panrra and “Tere Liye” by
Ali Azmat, Riaz Qadri and Ghulam Qadri. Produced by Zohaib Kazi and Ali Hamza,
episode sixth of Coke Studio’s eleventh chapter will be aired on all
major television channels, radio stations and will be available online at www.cokestudio.com.pk.
A
Sounds of Kolachi presentation, “Ilallah” is a progressive expression on the journey of
self-exploration. It is a lyrical poem which conditions its listeners to
explore the existence of divine forces. “Ilallah’s” musical arrangement is representative of the variety
that Sounds of Kolachi is acclaimed for. It follows an orchestral build up with
a fusion of Eastern ragas and western harmonies. The choir and the instruments
are constantly exploring the harmonic aspects within a raga, giving it a sound
of gospel style tonality at times. When the electric Sitar takes the center
stage, “Ilallah” delves into the
progressive rock genre. In its entirety, the track is reflective of an
epiphany, a sensation that Sounds of Kolachi passes on to their audience ever
so effortlessly.
Knocking
on nostalgia’s door, the popular Pakistani-pop track “Hawa
Hawa” is back! With the power-pop luminary Hassan Jahangir and Gul
Panrra’s melodic precision, “Hawa Hawa”
is an experimental delight. Hassan Jahangir was first introduced to this
age-old folk tune by his grandmother, which later went on to inspire the groovy
version that dominated the 80’s South-Asian music scene. The percussion-driven
Balochi Lewa beat adds a ceaseless
rush of endorphins to this cheerful melody. With the charismatic on-stage
presence, sing-along composition and the alternative groove, “Hawa Hawa” is all set to get the audience dancing
on their feet.
“Tere Liye” is a kaleidoscopic composition and a splendid union
of contrasting genres. Born out of an impromptu jam session, “Tere Liye” creates a relaxed musical ambience
as Ali Azmat
sings the blues-dipped track while Riaz Qadri and Ghulam Ali Qadri add flavour
with their signature vocal delivery. The song kicks off with Riaz Qadri’s pristine
Sindhi-Bharvi Raag followed by the reggae-like drum groove that sustains
throughout the piece. The two-step country beat welcomes us with the catchy
chorus line which progresses to dancing tempos, classic Strat guitar solo and
the lively shakes of tambourine as the experimental music piece closes
seamlessly.
For
more information, keep yourself logged on to www.cokestudio.com.pk or
facebook.com/cokestudio,
and look for the hashtag #CokeStudio11 to follow the
Coke Studio journey.
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