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Dil Maange AurS2E6 Rockistan: Someone Finally Wrote a Book?!How many of us have thought, while spending the day away listening to our favorites, from the bands everyone knows to the ones only those who know know, "yaar, someone needs to write a book about this incredible history"? Well, we don't know about you, but we've thought about this a lot (which is partly what inspired this podcast, just that none of us have the patience to actually write an entire book), and alas, some brave soul has actually done it. Introducing Tayyab Khalil, the man who has undoubtedly made an incredible contribution to Pakistani rock music through...
2021-04-061h 12Dil Maange AurS2E5 Dil ki Baat - Junaid ki YaadFans, we've been out of commission for a bit but rest assured, we're back and still at it. Thanks for your patience with us and hope you continue to leave feedback and your own reflections on our Facebook page. This time, picking up from our last episode way back when, we're talking about the icon of Pakistani pop: Junaid Jamshed. Some know him as the face of the pop band that started it all in Pakistan, and yet others for his nasheeds. For all of us, though, Junaid was and remains the voice of our generation. In this episode...
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Dil Maange AurS2E4 - Vital Signs ka QafilaDo pal ka, yey jeewan hai.. to thori sa aur Vital Signs hojaye yaaron!
Fans, we hope you've been staying well and healthy. As we're all taking time to reflect and slow down, we've been thinking a lot about Vital Signs, jiska qafila ab bhi chala jaa raha hai. Our conversation on the band that set the standard for Pakistan's pop and rock scene continues in this second part of our series. The guys sit down to talk about their legacy and influence not just musically, but socially, politically, and on a personal level for all of...
2020-04-1946 minDil Maange AurS2E3 - Interview: Sherjan AhmadHey there fans! In our second interview of the season, we sit with Sherjan, an emerging artist in his own right, to chat about his experiences growing up in both Pakistan and the U.S., his musical influences, his family's background, and, of course, how it was to grow up as Salman Ahmad's son. What was all that like? What are the roots of this talented family? What are the similarities between him and his dad, and where do they diverge? Catch all this and more, and as always, let us know what you think on our Facebook page...
2020-04-121h 21Dil Maange AurS2E2 - Vital Signs: Meethi Woh YaadeinVital Signs evokes undeniable memories for nearly all fans of Pakistan's pop rock genre. From Junaid's charming looks and unmatched vocals, Shahi's smooth "geetar," to Rohail's genius and often experimental compositions that brought it all together. Vital Signs is the band that sits atop the modern pop rock scene in Pakistan, and for some, it always will. In this first of several episodes dedicated to this iconic and all-time classic band that is synonymous with Pakistan itself, the DMA guys sit and share their own connections and early memories of Vital Signs. Meethi woh yaadein, ab bhi hain pyaari.
2020-03-2259 minDil Maange AurS2E1 - Interview with Brian O'ConnellFans, it’s 2020, and things are wild, but we’re back and so excited to share with you two things we've been eagerly waiting to debut: First up, our new branding! Tell us what you think of our new design, and many thanks to our resident artist Saniya Husain for her stunning work! And second, our very first interview, with none other than Brian O’Connell! From New York to Pakistan, Brian transformed Junoon’s sound and is forever etched in the memories of Pakistani rock fans. Join us as Brian reveals his musical influences and gets a little spiritua...
2020-03-151h 26Dil Maange AurAlwida Season 1! Ab Dil Maange Season 2Quick message from the Dil Maange team to wrap up our first season, give a few shout outs, and keep the guftagu rolling. Thanks to all of you for listening, we'll see you soon for season 2!
2020-01-0305 minDil Maange AurS1E10 - Torch Bearers: Second Generation Bands (Part II)This episode is the second in the two part series on second generation bands. We pick up the discussion right where we left off in the previous episode. This will also be the final episode of Season 1 as we go into a break for a few weeks.
2019-12-2932 minDil Maange AurS1E9 - Torch Bearers: Second Generation Bands (Part I)Aaroh, Noori, EP, Fuzon, Mizraab and so many others. The emergence of new bands exploding onto the scene in the late 90s and early 2000s, with the help of Pepsi Battle of the Bands, took rock music in Pakistan to new heights. In this episode we talk about a new generation of bands that took the mantle from Junoon and Vital Signs, marking a distinct era in Pakistani rock history.
2019-12-2227 minDil Maange AurS1E8 - Rooh-e-Junoon: Junoon and SpiritualityIt would be no surprise for a band, that is known for "sufi" rock, to be heavily influenced by spiritual traditions. In this episode we explore Junoon's relationship with faith and spirituality.
2019-12-1157 minDil Maange AurS1E7 - Junooni Siyasat: The Politics of JunoonFrom "Ehtesaab" to "No More," Nishtar Park to the General Assembly, Junoon shaped both domestic and global conversations in a world confronting new (and old) challenges. Join us as we reflect on Junoon's political evolution, and get deep on what it means to be a Junooni beyond the riffs, licks, and verses.
2019-11-1955 minDil Maange AurS1E6 - 15 Years Since and Junoonis StillFrom New Jersey, to Toronto, and back home in California, sit down for a quick chat with the team as they reflect back on the nights they witnessed Junoon live on their latest reunion tour. Join in as we reminisce about our Junooni journey, and share your own experiences watching them live with us! Ao, ummeed ke geet gayen.
2019-11-0644 minDil Maange AurS1E5 - Junoon's ReunionIn this episode, we celebrate Junoon's reunion, from their break up to how they came back together, and everything in between.
2019-10-1334 minDil Maange AurS1E4 - Mera JunoonIn this episode, we chat about Pakistan and South Asia's biggest band ever, Junoon! Listen in as we journey through Junoon's early days and their personal impact on us as young (and sometimes lost) Pakistanis living away from home.
2019-09-3035 minDil Maange AurS1E3 - StringsIn the third episode of our podcast we talk about Bilal, Faisal and the legendary Strings.
2019-09-1529 minDil Maange AurS1E2 - KaravanIn the second episode of our podcast we talk about the Sir Asad Ahmed and his legendary band Karavan.
2019-08-3127 min
Dil Maange AurS1E1 - Faraz AnwarIn this first episode of our podcast we talk about the maestro Faraz Anwar and his band Mizraab.
2019-08-1826 min