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7am Arivu Music Review
| Banner: | Red Giant Movies |
| Cast: | Surya, Sruti Hassan, Avinash, Abhinaya and others |
| Direction: | A R Murugadoss |
| Production: | Udhayanidhi Stalin |
| Music: | Harris Jayaraj |
| Rating: |    |
Review: 7aum Arivu music invokes a sense of deja vu
Director A R Murugadoss's 7aum Arivu (The Seventh Sense), produced by Red Giant Movies and starring Suriya, is possibly among the most anticipated Tamil movies of the year. With music composed by his favourite, Harris Jeyaraj, here's a listen at what this hit-duo has to offer:
In typical Harris fashion, Oh Ringa Ringa begins with a strong voice humming with tribal overtones, before switching over to rap. The song sounds overwhelmingly like the A R Rahman hit Taxi Taxi. The tribal feel carries on throughout with its steady beat as Roshan and Jerry John pitch in while Benny Dayal and Suchithra provide additional voices. Pa Vijay's lyrics are strictly functional. Other than the thumping beats, nothing seems to be going for this song.
Mun Andhi kicks off with a melodious whistle and a female voice humming. Karthik takes up the song with his usual fluidity to Na Muthukumar's romantic lyrics and Megha's accompaniment. A mildly pleasant number that reminds one of A R Rahman's early romantic compositions.
Vijay Prakash, Karthik, Shruthi Haasan (her western-music tinted voice intact) and Shalini join together in Yellae Lama, enthusiastically yelling at full-pitch at times with a brief flute interlude. This does grab your attention in the beginning, but then descends into mediocrity.
Yemma Yemma starts off on a sober note; this time, it's veteran SPB who picks up the vocals. Shades of Anjala from Vaaranam Aayiram peek through occasionally. The simplicity of the song, Kabilan's lyrics, and its pace are very appealing. Swetha Mohan hums through the interlude, and the soothing melody continues. A very appealing number.
Innum Enna Thozha appears to be the rousing "let's-win-the-world" song, rendered by Balram, while Naresh Iyer pitches in as well. Pa Vijay's lyrics are certainly inspiring enough but only towards the end does the emotion get through.
The Rise of Damo (Mandarin), sung by Hao Wang and penned by Karky, is so simple that it sounds almost like a nursery rhyme, and therein lies its appeal.
It looks like Harris Jeyaraj has run out of steam. While Yemma Yemma and The Rise of Damo are appealing, the rest sound like he remixed some of his own older numbers, or chose to be inspired by other classics. Perhaps the picturisation will add more appeal to the songs.
7aum Arivu's music does have its moments, but these are few and far between.
Detailed Review
Song: Oh Ringa Ringa
Singer(s): Roshan, Jerry John, Benny Dayal, Suchitra
Lyrics: Pa. Vijay
The moment you play the song, you might be surprised that it sounds similar to AR Rahman's famous song 'Taxi taxi...' from Sakkarakatti. The beats and the singing style are similar to the earlier number. However, the latest track is good. Suchitra starts it by voicing 'Lava lava lamma..' The drum beats and the Western style tune make it as a worthy soundtrack to hear. Mind you, it will a different appeal, when we see it with visuals.
Song: Mun Andhi
Singer(s): Karthik, Megha
Lyrics: Na. Muthukumar
One would not have expected a feel-good song to arrive soon after a heavy beats song. Well, Karthik, who is one of the bests crooner in romantic songs in Tamil, has done the magic again. With his soft vocal and Na. Muthukumar's wonderful lines, the song takes you for a romantic ride.
Song: Yellae Lama
Singer(s): Vijay Prakash, Karthik, Shalini and Shruti Hassan
Lyrics: Na. Muthukumar
The song, comprising some of the big names, is a fast track. The song is rich in instruments and keeps the same momentum till the end. It is more of a beats than voice. This track also belongs to the list of songs, which could have a different look when seen on-screen.
Song: Yamma Yamma
Singers: SP Balasubramaniam & Swetha Mohan
Lyrics: Kabilan
SP Balasubramaniam comes behind the bike for the pathos song of the album. 'Yamma yamma..' lyrics penned by Kabilan will be hit among the guys, who have lost their love. The legendary singer has beautifully crooned in the slow track. The instruments, especially ghatam, used in the song makes you to give thumbs up for the song instantly.
Song: Innum Enna Thozha
Singers: Balram, Naresh Iyer, Suchith Suresan
Lyrics: Pa. Vijay
An unexpected inspirational song arrives to change your mood. Pa. Vijay has proved his brilliancy with his words again. Balram's voice has perfectly fitted to the soundtrack and the chorus adds more energy to the track.
Song: The Rise of Damo (Chinese Song)
Singers: Hao Wang
Lyrics: Madhan Karky
Here comes the song, which you have been eagerly waiting to listen - the Chinese number. Even though we cannot understand the lyrics, yet it impresses with the tune in its traditional Mandarin style of singing.
Verdict:
Harris Jayaraj compositional 7aam Arivu has variety of songs. The soundtracks will have larger appeal when it is watched. The Rise of Damo, Yamma Yamma and Mun Andhi are best songs of the film.
Mayakkam Enna - Music Review
Music: G.V. Prakash
Lyrics: Selvaraghavan, Dhanush
Direction: Selvaraghavan
Production: Gemini Film Circuit, AUM Productions
Selvaraghavan-Dhanush requires no introduction as their previous films have been colossal that dates back from ‘Thulluvadho Ilamai’. Moreover, the musical realms in their movies have been the greatest highlights. ‘Mayakkam Enna’ completely belongs to the Dhanush and Selvaraghavan as the duo brothers have done more than what they usually commit themselves towards their projects. They have swayed to the best with their voices and lyrics.
1. Naan Sonnathum Mazhai Vandhucha
Vocals: Naresh Iyer, Saindhavi
Lyrics: Selvaraghavan
The album opens with a pumping number that brings us Naresh Iyer in a different style. Usually Naresh Iyer goes for a sweet mellifluous kind of songs. For the first time, we hear him shifting the paradigms and crooning it in a different style. The singer had earlier worked on similar pattern with A.R. Rahman’s Telugu song ‘Ammathale’ (Komaram Puli). G.V. Prakash has done an extraordinary job with the mixing of sound, which conduces more to the embellishment of this song.
2. Pirai Thedum
Vocals: G.V. Prakash, Saindhavi
Lyrics: Dhanush
‘Pirai Thedum’ begins with a slow-paced note on fortepianos that slightly resembles the famous theme music of ‘Exorcist’. The vocalizing portions do carry the traces of ‘Anal Mela’ while the rhythmic pattern follows the style of ‘Kadhal Vandhal’ (Iyarkai). More than acclaiming the song to be a superb chemistry between Dhanush and Richa, it’s best to ennoble this number as a splendid stroke by G.V. Prakash and his sweetheart Saindhavi. No wonder, G.V. Prakash is always known for coming up with resplendent melodies and this one isn’t an exception.
3. Voda Voda Voda
Vocals: Dhanush
Lyrics: Selvaraghavan
So simple in every aspect, but it gives a clear impression that this is a situational song and will surely evoke some good laughter with the visuals. Selvaraghavan hasn’t strained himself over the lyrics as they are so naturalistic and very easily gets into our mind. Sweet and Simple always becomes the major factors of attraction. Just listen to the song once and you’ll have the lyrics by heart.
4. Mayakkam Enna Theme Music
G.V. Prakash is always on his best while delivering signature music for the films. This one starts slowly with a smooth and mild touch followed by some electrifying performance on instrumentals.
5. Ennena Seidhom
Vocals: Harish Raghavendra
Lyrics: Selvaraghavan
A big surprise from Selvaraghavan. Having penned lyrics with so jovialness and youthful quotients, he jumps into the spiritual line. No matter which religion you belong to, just start your day with this song and it’s gonna be very special. So captivating in all aspects is this song and you’ll never stop listening to this number over and again. This song is a blessing to all the listeners.
6. Kadhal En Kadhal
Vocals: Selvaraghavan, Dhanush
Lyrics: Selvaraghavan
Dhanush gets down the lanes identifying himself as an ordinary guy having failed in love and so is Selvaraghavan. The brothers become pals here sharing their feelings. A boy deplored with the love failure and his friends consoling him. The song will surely grab the attention of the youth groups and you can expect some big celebration in theatres.
On the whole ‘Mayakkam Enna’ songs have a mix of classy and mass numbers. It’s yet another spectacular stroke from G.V. Prakash in collaboration with Selvaraghavan and Dhanush.
Verdict: Yet another brilliant stoke by G.V. Prakash
Muran - Music Review
Cast: Cheran, Prasanna, Nikitha, Haripriya
Direction: Rajan Madhav
Music: Sajan Madhav
UTV Motion Pictures' Muran, with Cheran and Prasanna in the lead roles, is all set to grace theatres on September 5, 2011. Muran is directed by Rajjan Madhav, son of acclaimed Malayalam music composer Raveendran. This big budget film also features Jayaprakash, Haripriya, Nikhita and Prathap Pothan in prominent roles. Rajjan's brother Sajjan Madhav is the music director. Sa Re Ga Ma has bagged the music rights of the film. Here we bring you the music review of the film....
Music director Sajjan Madhav has begun the album with a short peppy number
'Anal Veyil', sung by Naveen Madhav. This song is likely to be the introduction song of the hero.
Then comes 'Andhimantharai', a fast paced dance track rendered energetically by Mega, Suchitra and Daya.
Saindhavi and Naresh Iyer have crooned the lovable 'Idhuvarai', a melodious duet with some amazing instrumentations.
And finally we have the title track 'Muran', a racy number sung by Rahul Nambiar and Naveen Madhav.
Detailed Review Soon
Yuvan Yuvathi - Music Review
Direction: G.N.R. Kumaravel
Music: Vijay Antony
Production: Ram Pictures
Vocals: Vijay Antony, Vijay Prakash, Madhumitha, Haricharan, Snegha, Karthik, Ramya, Krishnan Mahesan, Sangeetha Rajeshwaran
Lyrics: Annamalai, Kalai Kumar, Priyan
G.N.R. Kumaravel and Vijay Anthony duo is back again, after their hit combination in their debut film, Ninaithalae Inikkum.
They plan to repeat their magic this time around with Yuvan Yuvathi starring Bharath and Reema Kallingal.
Vijay Anthony has put forth seven tracks in the album, which is a mix of trendy and melodious songs.
Oh My Angel…
Singers: Vijay Anthony
Lyrics: Annamalai
Vijay Anthony renders his voice to the aptly high-pitched solo, which is infectious from the first note to the very last.
The instrumentation, lyrics (Annamalai) and the vocal delivery (Vijay Anthony) makes 'Oh my Angel' a prospective hit of the year. Beginning with a burst of energy, the opening title track is a good indicator of neatly orchestrated music.
Mayakka Oosi...
Singers: Vijay Prakash, Madhumitha
Lyrics: Kalaikumar
This song is a breath of fresh air into the realm of melody. The song progresses from a light finger-picked melody and builds itself on with the gradual addition of flute, drums, piano and strings that amaze you how all of the elements fit so well. Vijay Prakash’s stylish rendition and Madhumitha's captivating vocals translate beautifully to produce a mesmerizing song.
24 hours…
Singers: Haricharan
Lyrics: Annamalai
It is a laid-back hip-hop experimentation by Vijay Anthony, which is sure to appease the youth. It is refreshing to hear hip-hop sounding innovative and a bit south-Indian. Lyricist Annamalai's youthful, catchy lines make it sound interesting. Haricharan lets the beats to do the talking, but is still determined to command the listener's attention.
Vijay Anthony packs his trademark punch.
Kola Kuthu…
Singers: Vijay Anthony
Lyrics: Annamalai
Vijay Anthony and Sneha deliver the high voltage song, but the overall impression is that of the lyrics and vocals being lost in the music. Alas, it is another forced kuthu song, which makes you wonder why the extremely talented Vijay Anthony is always trying too hard to re-master his previous hit, Nakku Mukka.
Un Kannai Partha Piragu...
Singers: Karthik, Ramya
Lyrics: Priyan
The addictive vocals of Karthik glue you to the song right from the beginning note. Ramya hums certain verses, while Karthik is the main show-stealer here. There aren't many singers out there so clearly singing with such refreshing abandon. The floating and mellow lyrics by Priyan and Vijay's peppy composition only add more beauty to
the song. It's a track that is as subtle as it is sublime.
Kadai Poduran…
Singers: Krishnan Mahesan
Lyrics: Annamalai
What can't be denied is that the track easily deserves its place in the play lists of modern-day collegiate grungesters. We have got nice rap composition sprinkled with English versus and professional cool elements mixed up. Krishnan Mahesan gets an honorable mention as a rap enthusiast. This song gets points for its catchy lyrics and hipster vibe.
Ullangai...
Singers: Sangeetha Rajeshwaran
Lyrics: Annamalai
Vijay Anthony, with his minimal electro throbs and dreamy interludes produce a simple song that is alluring.
Paired with Sangeetha Rajeshwaran's warm, engrossing voice, this song become much more than just a simple melody. The lyrics (Annamalai) dig deep into the emotional territory making it a beautiful soothing song.
Yuvan Yuvathi is a mixed bag for youth, with hippy dance-floor tracks to soulful melodies and peppy numbers that deserves a special appreciation for the efforts put by Vijay Anthony. "24 hours" and "Kadai Poduran" for its youthful spirit and "Un Kannai Partha Piragu" for its scintillating melody are meant to be adored.
Verdict: Yuvan Yuvathi is good collection of youngish and stylish songs.
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