Anthaathi could easily be called a celebration of love. Right from Karthik Netha’s fascinatingly beautiful exploration (“Ithyaadhi Kaadhal” is particularly interesting, literally meaning, “et cetera love”!), to C.Prem Kumar’s poem...
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Solo (Music review), Malayalam/Tamil – Assorted Composers
World of Shiva Masala Coffee’s interpretation of Aalayal thara venam remains consistently enjoyable, with that lovely Anandhabhairavi-raaga base, Krishnaraj’s scintillating violin, and Sooraj Santhosh and Varun Sunil’s vocals. The reprise...
Continue reading...100 Days of Love (Music review), Malayalam – Govind Menon
Arike pozhiyum‘s absolute highlight is Mithun Raju’s addictive guitaring. Govind Menon’s tune and singing are top class too – one captivating package! Hridayathin niramayi is nice enough, with a lilting...
Continue reading...North 24 Kaatham (Music review), Malayalam – Govind Menon & Rex Vijayan
Rex Vijayan’s very-reggae Thanaro is instantly catchy, with great support from Sreenath Bhasi’s vocals; Rex plays beautifully with the guitar and the chorus. Govind Menon of Thaikkudam Bridge opens his...
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