Post by Kam Gill on Nov 16, 2005 1:46:05 GMT
Update on : No Strings Attached (Punjab2000 Exclusive Review)
Artist: Jassi Sidhu
Release Date: 6th Jan 2005
The irresistible rise of Jassi Sidhu is one of the coolest stories in British-Asian music history. He has transformed himself from being a raw Seventeen year old kid with a bag full of potential to becoming one of the top Bhangra vocalists around today; in a little under ten years. In 2003 he released his eagerly awaited Solo album ‘Reality Check’ after his split from the highly successful band - B21. ‘Reality Check’ was the first time he stood alone and the response he got was overwhelming. Two years on and India, perhaps the hardest market for any U.K based artist to break, is waiting for this album with bated breath alongside the U.K. For Jassi Sidhu fans around the world, the wait is almost over.
The album opens with Jassi being at some kind of gathering and is invited to sing. He is given a beat by a beat boxer and Jassi starts to sing ‘Putt Jatt Thaa’. Before you know it, the music kicks in and we are given the first track on the album. It’s what you would except from Jassi. A lively, entertaining number which is sure to do some damage on the dance floor. A track that will become popular as soon as it is released, I have no doubt about that. Next, Jassi gives his best sad/love song performance of his career, with ‘Hohnkey’. A slow, enchanting ballad which is dominated by two things. Jassi’s exceptional vocals and the amorous piano playing in-between the verses. The production is simple yet very effective and the lyrics are very touching. This track shows Jassi in a different light. Few may have doubted his ability to pull of a romantic song, they won’t after hearing this.
Jassi gives us something a bit more western than we are used to from him with ‘Margay Margay‘. The track has a nice arrangement with some nice beeline for the bass lovers. It’s the kind of track people with hi-fi’s in their cars will blast whilst speeding past you! ‘Raahe Raahe’ brings Jassi back to his energetic self. The track builds up well between the verses to the catchy chorus with music to dance to, so this is another to look out for at clubs and parties. The next big wedding song is also on this album in the shape of ‘Pabi’. With it’s vigorous production and meaningful words, this track is just what a wedding party needs. If your at a wedding in the new year, trust me, this will be played.
If I was a betting man my money would be on the ‘Tappe’ to come out as one of the best tracks out this year. Jassi’s voice completely suits this type of song. The beat is contagious and the melody changes in-between verses giving this song it’s desired effect. It's another track that I expect will get more than a few plays at clubs and parties alike. This tune will be huge! Also included on the album is the Rishi Rich remix of ‘Raahe Raahe’ (Rishi does his thing bringing a more ‘urban’ feel to it), ‘Fohl’ (A easy listening tune with a great sarangi piece), the remix of ‘Putt Jatt Da’ featuring a female rapper (Sunni) from Coventry, who gives this track something different and the daring ‘Hohnkey’ remix. The latter will surprise most if not everyone. If you listen to it with an open mind you could see yourself playing this one again. It’s a all out Panjabi - Rock song! Guts? Jassi Sidhu has them!
‘No Strings Attached’ is a great follow up to ‘Reality Check’. This album shows Jassi is willing to try out new things. It also sees Jassi Sidhu grow as an artist, maturing as a vocalist and daring to do things others may have thought about but not gone through with it. Jassi’s vocals have gone up a level or two on this album, proving that Jassi has not even hit his peak - and yet already he is the best U.K born vocalist around at this moment in time. This album is just what the Bhangra industry needs right now.
If ‘Reality Check’ was all about ‘Can he do it alone?’ and ‘No Strings Attached’ is about ‘Can he do it again?’, then trust me…………………. He has.
A sure fire contenter for album of the year.
For NEW Sample Track click here
Review By Kam Gill
Artist: Jassi Sidhu
Release Date: 6th Jan 2005
The irresistible rise of Jassi Sidhu is one of the coolest stories in British-Asian music history. He has transformed himself from being a raw Seventeen year old kid with a bag full of potential to becoming one of the top Bhangra vocalists around today; in a little under ten years. In 2003 he released his eagerly awaited Solo album ‘Reality Check’ after his split from the highly successful band - B21. ‘Reality Check’ was the first time he stood alone and the response he got was overwhelming. Two years on and India, perhaps the hardest market for any U.K based artist to break, is waiting for this album with bated breath alongside the U.K. For Jassi Sidhu fans around the world, the wait is almost over.
The album opens with Jassi being at some kind of gathering and is invited to sing. He is given a beat by a beat boxer and Jassi starts to sing ‘Putt Jatt Thaa’. Before you know it, the music kicks in and we are given the first track on the album. It’s what you would except from Jassi. A lively, entertaining number which is sure to do some damage on the dance floor. A track that will become popular as soon as it is released, I have no doubt about that. Next, Jassi gives his best sad/love song performance of his career, with ‘Hohnkey’. A slow, enchanting ballad which is dominated by two things. Jassi’s exceptional vocals and the amorous piano playing in-between the verses. The production is simple yet very effective and the lyrics are very touching. This track shows Jassi in a different light. Few may have doubted his ability to pull of a romantic song, they won’t after hearing this.
Jassi gives us something a bit more western than we are used to from him with ‘Margay Margay‘. The track has a nice arrangement with some nice beeline for the bass lovers. It’s the kind of track people with hi-fi’s in their cars will blast whilst speeding past you! ‘Raahe Raahe’ brings Jassi back to his energetic self. The track builds up well between the verses to the catchy chorus with music to dance to, so this is another to look out for at clubs and parties. The next big wedding song is also on this album in the shape of ‘Pabi’. With it’s vigorous production and meaningful words, this track is just what a wedding party needs. If your at a wedding in the new year, trust me, this will be played.
If I was a betting man my money would be on the ‘Tappe’ to come out as one of the best tracks out this year. Jassi’s voice completely suits this type of song. The beat is contagious and the melody changes in-between verses giving this song it’s desired effect. It's another track that I expect will get more than a few plays at clubs and parties alike. This tune will be huge! Also included on the album is the Rishi Rich remix of ‘Raahe Raahe’ (Rishi does his thing bringing a more ‘urban’ feel to it), ‘Fohl’ (A easy listening tune with a great sarangi piece), the remix of ‘Putt Jatt Da’ featuring a female rapper (Sunni) from Coventry, who gives this track something different and the daring ‘Hohnkey’ remix. The latter will surprise most if not everyone. If you listen to it with an open mind you could see yourself playing this one again. It’s a all out Panjabi - Rock song! Guts? Jassi Sidhu has them!
‘No Strings Attached’ is a great follow up to ‘Reality Check’. This album shows Jassi is willing to try out new things. It also sees Jassi Sidhu grow as an artist, maturing as a vocalist and daring to do things others may have thought about but not gone through with it. Jassi’s vocals have gone up a level or two on this album, proving that Jassi has not even hit his peak - and yet already he is the best U.K born vocalist around at this moment in time. This album is just what the Bhangra industry needs right now.
If ‘Reality Check’ was all about ‘Can he do it alone?’ and ‘No Strings Attached’ is about ‘Can he do it again?’, then trust me…………………. He has.
A sure fire contenter for album of the year.
For NEW Sample Track click here
Review By Kam Gill