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CORPORATE
Universal Music, Rs.150
The first reaction to the music of this film on the darker side of corporate personnel's life is, `it is not as good as his Page 3 music'. The film has four songs, which repeat themselves in sad, desi mix and dance mix forms. Its music is composed and directed by Shamir Tandon and lyrics are penned by Sandeep Nath.
The first song Lamha Lamha sung by Asha Bhonsle is soothing. But it is not as popular as Itne Ajeeb from Page 3. It's more of a situational song, which can be enjoyed in the context rather than individually. O Sikandar sung by Kailash Kher and Saapna Mukherji is already gaining popularity. While Alisha Chinai sings foot-tapping, though unmelodious Yahan Sabka Sab with Gary Lawyer, Vasundhra Das croons in her typical style Peele Peele Do Ghoont with Sangeet Haldipur.
Das promotes a soft drink in the film through this song. This song's international dance mix in the album is likely to secure it a comfortable position in the popularity chart. You don't lose much if you don't own this CD.
REALLY BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM
Shemaroo, Rs.149
If the FIFA World Cup fever has incited you take the field, here is help at hand. And the trainer is none other than David Beckham.
The English striker probably thought it's time to give something back to his friends. Filmed in Madrid, this programme features Beckham sharing his knowledge, skills and experiences.
Shot on high-definition, it uses multi-camera angles, super slow motion and time slice footage.
The programme has been broken down into easy-to-use sections like control, space-making skills, passing and working for space, turning skills and forward play, crossing, closing down and defending, finishing and free kicks.
FRENCH TOUCH LOUNGE 2
Silk Road Communications, Rs.275
French Touch Lounge 2 takes off from where French Touch Lounge left. Lounge music is yet to get sufficient airtime in India.
Meanwhile, this album provides a space for a dozen international artistes who performed live at Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai and Kolkata, earlier this month.
The album showcases a diverse range from low-tech punk to hi-tech alternative to classic jazz to hip-hop. A couple of numbers sound repetitive as they lack variations.
Passion of Romance by Enzo Cicala creates French sunshine and beaches with its poignant guitar and keyboard.
His cheerful style is evocative of the likes of Stevie Wonder. Singe by Metropolitan Jazz Affair (MJA) is a scintillating number with its raw jazz rhythms and beats. MJA is said to be pioneering the Electro-Jazz or Nu-Jazz movement.
The album is, interestingly, ideal for both easy listening and for foot stomping. David Chong with his futuristic sound creates good dance music.
ROSANOVA, HANNA HAIS
Silk Road Communications, Rs.275
Hanna Hais, credited with singing one of the first House Music tracks in French, is out with her second album Rosanova. The versatility of her voice is the main strength of the album. The samba rhythms of "3 notes pour dire je t'aime", threaten to get repetitive, but her voice from chirpy teen-pop star to deep-throated diva, prevents monotony.
Je ne veux plus etre ta reine is the highlight of the album with its opening harmonica riff. Hanna sounds like a storyteller confessing secrets. "Rosa Nova" is a dangerous dance track and her vocals add seriousness to the dance beats.
Strong instruments, especially keyboard, support the album. To an Indian audience the foreign French lyrics add a nice mystique to the album. Hanna has written all the songs and has performed them live globally.
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