World Music Day: Give your playlist a boost of some new music with these recommendations
Some music recommendations on World Music Day 2023
This World Music Day, listen to some contemporary beats and soulful music that have tapped into the hearts of music lovers who are ready to experiment with different music styles. From mellow beats to hard-hitting rap lyrics, there’s something for everyone on this list. Here’s a compilation that you must add to your list today.
Some of the best from the contemporary music scene in India:
90's Ke Ladke- SlowCheeta Ft D'Evil
Actor, lyricist, and rapper Chaitnya Sharma aka, SlowCheeta, has just dropped his latest rap single "90's Ke Ladke",featuring the immensely versatile rapper D'Evil (Dhaval Parab). The fun collaboration is produced by Ink Heart and crackles with the boundless energy that SlowCheeta and D'Evil are known for. Their sarcastic bars recall their journey as 90's boys who have come through many challenges to succeed. Be it "Wannabe Rapper" or "90's KeLadke", SlowCheeta has always used the raw material of personal experiences to pen his punchlines. However, he continues to prove his versatility with this song which may not have gut-wrenching lyrics but captures the essence of old-school life and D'Evil's powerful take is the cherry on top.
Mujhe Tere Naam Se- The Yellow Diary
This song is as unique as the Indie Alt-Rock Band of five boys who quit their jobs to immerse themselves in music and are referred to by fans as the Indian Linkin Park. Be it their rendition of Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s "Tere Jeya Hor Disda",or the wistful ode to lost love "Marz"or "Kashmir"or "Roz Roz", Yellow Diary's distinct introspective sound has notched millions of views and countless fans. Released two years after their smash "Roz Roz,"which also has a rap version featuring SlowCheeta, their recent song called "Mujhe Tere Naam Se," is one for the playlist.Thematically, the song shares a touching story through its gorgeously animated video about a young boy chasing his dreams. If you like meaningful music,this song is definitely for you and may inspire you to find the light to follow your dreams too.
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Kya Tum Naaraz Ho- Tanmaya Bhatnagar
This underrated song was released three years back by Delhi-based self-taught singer/songwriter Tanmaya Bhatnagar and remains one of the rawest songs in the indie landscape. Every word sung in Tanmaya's whisper-soft voice and accompanied by unfiltered instrumentation has the ability to stir your senses and tug at your heart. If this song leaves you wanting more of her magical music, her songs like "Kahaani", "Kyu Hota Hai", and "Sapne" will keep you hooked to her silky smooth signature sound. She began to rely on music for emotional support when her mother was diagnosed with schizophrenia and today it is her voice that soothes millions.
Yeh Pal- Prateek Kuhad
In 2019, when President Obama named Prateek Kuhad's "Cold Mess"in his list of songs of the year, the world suddenly took notice of the Jaipur-born musician who had grown up listening to "Savage Garden", "The Beautiful South", "Backstreet Boys","Boyzone", "Pink Floyd"and "Nirvana.".Since then, he has not only broken the notion that independent artists who sing in English cannot make it big in India but has also headlined sold-out concerts abroad. "Yeh Pal"is just one of those songs you can listen to on a loop because of its soft instrumentation, deep lyrics, and evocative vocals.
Mishri- Anuv Jain
Nostalgic, melancholy, and addictive, like every Anuv Jainsong, "Mishri"takes you into the depths of heartbreak and longing. The singer, songwriter, and composer has already made a name for himself in the music industry with his acoustic sound, soft bass voice, simple instrumentation, and moving lyrics. His songs are set to simple guitar chords or ukulele notes with any percussion.Drawing inspiration from his own personal tragedy and the loss of his father when he was 17, Anuv writes from the heart and never fails to evoke an emotional response from his listeners. "Mishri"is a bittersweet tribute to his past.
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