Time really flies.. It feels like yesterday that we all celebrated new year, and we've already reached the end of the first quarter of 2010,and of this decade.. hope everyone reading this, is in the best of health and spirits.. Team Sonu Niigaam had a rocking quarter as usual.. some super-successful tours and concerts, hit releases and some path-breaking collaborations.. Lets take a brief tour through all the significant events over the last 3 months..
RELEASES DURING THE QUARTER
Gallis - Mr.Vegas,Sonu Niigaam mix ft Sonu Niigaam
Transcending all cultural and geographical boundaries, Sonuji collaborated with popular American Reggae artist Mr.Vegas to produce a sensational track - Mana Gallis. Sonuji has not only produced the music for this track, but has also co-written the lyrics for his verses.. The track was launched on BBC Radio 1's Nihal show on 20th Jan 2010.. Lots more Gallis action coming up soon!!
Listen to Gallis on desi-box
http://desi-box.com/media/Urban-News/sonu-niigam-collaborates-with-mr-vegas-.html
Bombay Billionaire - ft Amar and Sonu Niigaam
Another cross-cultural collaboration with pioneering artist Amar for her album Show It Off, Bombay Billionaire promises to make you all groove and jive. The album was released on Feb 15th 2010 and the song can be bought from Itunes along with the rest of her work.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/show-it-off-feat-rebel/id351636829?i=351636889&ign-mpt=uo%3D4
Also, listen to both these tracks and an exclusive interview segment connecting 3 continents on our youtube channel, as BBC Radio 1's Nihal speaks to Sonuji and Mr.Vegas about their collaboration. The interview is in 3 parts
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xxxq9wUfZtg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=392As1A-WJ8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NP1u9DHHpus
Phir Mile Sur Mera Tumhara
The iconic national song of India, Mile Sur Mera Tumhara,was recreated by Zoom, titled "Phir Mile Sur" and launched on Indian republic day,i.e - 26th Jan 2010. The song and video features more than 60 of India's iconic artists,including Sonuji. Watch it on zoom.
http://www.zoomtv.in/videos/India-sings-again-with-launch-of-Phir-Mile-Sur/8266
Bollywood Releases
Cham Cham - Striker
Phir Se - Toh Baat Pakki
Will Fall In Love, Zabardast, Magar Kuch To Hai - Prem Ka Game
Nacha Main, Koi Rok Bhi Lo - Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai
Shola Tha Jal Bujha Hoon - Devdas
Telugu Release
Bahusha Vo Chanchalaa - Varudu
Other Release
Shama Ki Tarha - Someone Somewhere
MUSIC GURU
When u sing, sing as if someone is watching u..
U'll develop a habit of cautious and correct singing. - Sonu Niigaam
TOURS AND CONCERTS
This quarter, like every other quarter, Sonuji travelled around the globe with his team and enthralled the audiences with his mesmerizing acts. The recently concluded 3 city tour of South Africa, the shows in Doha, Bahrain, Singapore, Israel, Holland and in several cities of India like Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Gurgaon and Kolhapur were very memorable..The event in Delhi on 31st Jan 2010 was special since it was organized to raise funds for a campaign against child labour in the country.
The concert in Doha on 19th Feb 2010 was one which all of us will remember all our lives as Sonuji's 2.5 year old lil son,Nevaan made his debut on stage with his father and sang All Izz Well with him,to the delight of the audience..A truly special day for the Nigam family!!
FEATURES AND INTERVIEWS
Times NOW channel did a half an hour feature on Sonuji's life and career for their documentary series BIO which was telecast on 20th Feb 2010.
The video is in 3 parts - http://www.timesnow.tv/Sonu-Niigaam---Voice-of-million-hearts-Part-1/videoshow/4339007.cms
Filmfare, January 2010 edition - http://www.filmfare.com/details.php/php?id=371
Times Of India, 10th Feb 2010 - http://movies.indiatimes.com/news-gossip/interviews/others/Im-not-supposed-to-die-just-a-singer-Sonu-Nigam/articleshow/5555149.cms
In conversation with BBC Sheffield, 3rd March 2010 - http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/sheffield/hi/tv_and_radio/newsid_8548000/8548082.stm
Bollyspice, 3rd March 2010 - http://www.bollyspice.com/view.php/4515-it-is-not-only-a-money-issue-it-is-more-about-what-is-right-and-what-is-wrong-sonu-niigaam.html
Times Of India, 8th March 2010 - http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/music/A-book-changed-Sonu-Nigams-life/articleshow/5654296.cms
Zoom, 9th March 2010 - http://zoomtv.smashits.com/video/11180/sonu-nigam-vocal-for-the-cause-music-industry.html
NETWORKING
Bubbly - Airtel users can subscribe to Sonuji's voice blog on Bubbly by dialing the
4 digit code *5030* and then following the IVRS..Join in, and get regular updates from him. He has over 40000 followers already
Facebook - http://facebook.com/sonuniigaampage
Twitter - http://twitter.com/sonuniigaam
Youtube - http://youtube.com/sonuniigaamtube
This quarter we crossed 10000 followers on twitter, 10000 channel hits on youtube and we are almost 20000 strong on facebook.. We thank each and everyone of you for all the love,support and co-operation.. Follow us on our networks,interact directly with Sonuji, read his thoughts, and also be updated on a regular basis about all his releases,events and concerts.
We had a very productive and informative discussion on the copyright issue this month.. If you havent seen it already, read Sonuji's previous tweets and get educated!!
THE ROAD AHEAD
Coming up.. Some exciting collaborations with international superstars like Akon, Shaggy in the pipeline.. some big bollywood releases.. many tours around the globe.. and lots more.. expect the unexpected.. keep up with us on our networks to know more..
Till the next quarter, its me, Shyama, signing off.. God Bless All.. Love and Light..:)
Shyama Govind
(Web Admin - Team Sonu Niigaam)
Sonu Niigaam & Me....Saying a big thanx to Shyama Govind
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