In this week’s episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush talks to rapper and composer Yashraj Mehra, known for songs like Dhundhla and Ishq Nachawe. The conversation kicks off with ... Read more
In this week’s episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush talks to rapper and composer Yashraj Mehra, known for songs like Dhundhla and Ishq Nachawe. The conversation kicks off with Peeyush addressing the frequent mix-up between Yashraj Mehra and Yashraj Mukhate. Yashraj discusses the financial challenges of his music career and the fleeting nature of fame. He shares how the success of Dhundhla surprised him with its organic rise, despite minimal marketing. They explore the differences between the Delhi and Mumbai rap scenes, with Yashraj noting Mumbai’s competitive nature and Delhi’s unity. He highlights the importance of socioeconomic inclusivity in talent and praises King’s efforts to collaborate with diverse artists. Yashraj also performs a verse from Suits & Streets and reflects on his role as a writer in hip-hop, touching on women’s safety and his work with Tiger Baby Productions. Read more
In this episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush chats with the iconic Shubha Mudgal, known for hits like Ab ke Sawan and Mann ke Manjire. The conversation starts with playful bant ... Read more
In this episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush chats with the iconic Shubha Mudgal, known for hits like Ab ke Sawan and Mann ke Manjire. The conversation starts with playful banter about Shubha ji’s switch to Khadi fashion. She reflects on her journey in the indie music scene after the 90s, sharing amusing stories of feeling like an outsider during the release of Ali More Angana. Shubha ji surprises Peeyush by admitting she enjoys songs by Karan Aujla and Honey Singh. They also discuss her childhood influences, including literary legends like Mahadevi Verma. Shubha ji highlights the financial struggles faced by classical musicians, emphasizing the lack of business education and fair compensation in the industry. Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush welcomes the legendary Usha Uthup, the iconic voice behind hits like Hari Om Hari and Darling. The episode begins with playf ... Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush welcomes the legendary Usha Uthup, the iconic voice behind hits like Hari Om Hari and Darling. The episode begins with playful banter as Usha scolds Peeyush for showing off and insists he call her “Didi.” They dive into a conversation about Usha’s love for sarees and how they’ve become her global symbol. Usha shares heartfelt stories, including dealing with the grief of her husband Jani Chacko’s passing and how he supported her journey to winning the Padma Bhushan. They also discuss her experiences acting with top stars and the challenges she faced, like a government ban in West Bengal. Usha reflects on the coexistence of independent and Bollywood music and expresses her gratitude for her beginnings as a nightclub singer, which set her apart from mainstream Bollywood. Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush chats with the rising star of Pakistani music, Umair Butt, best known for his Coke Studio Pakistan Season 15 hit, Blockbuste ... Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush chats with the rising star of Pakistani music, Umair Butt, best known for his Coke Studio Pakistan Season 15 hit, Blockbuster. The conversation kicks off with light banter about cricket and the shared rainy season between India and Pakistan. Umair opens up about his musical journey alongside his brother, Shamroz Butt, and shares how the Punjabi touch in Blockbuster has resonated with Indian audiences. He reflects on his debut on Coke Studio and his admiration for artists like Diljit Dosanjh, Sidhu Moosewala, and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. Ending on a fun note, Peeyush and Umair play a light-hearted game of This or That. Read more
In this week's episode of the Indie’N Folk Project, Peeyush sits down with the celebrated rapper King, aka Arpan Kumar Chandel, MTV Hustle Season 1 finalist and creator of hits lik ... Read more
In this week's episode of the Indie’N Folk Project, Peeyush sits down with the celebrated rapper King, aka Arpan Kumar Chandel, MTV Hustle Season 1 finalist and creator of hits like ‘Maan Meri Jaan’ and ‘Tu Aake Dekhle.’ As King reflects on his journey from the streets of Delhi to global stages, he discusses his new album, ‘Monopoly Moves,’ the evolving hip-hop scene, and his dream of collaborating with Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan. The episode also touches on King’s thoughts on success, his dual identity, and future plans, offering fans a deeper look into the artist behind the music. Read more
In this week’s episode of the Indie’N Folk Project with Peeyush, we are honored to host legendary Punjabi singer Daler Mehndi, the voice behind hits like ‘Tunak Tunak Tun’ and ‘Bol ... Read more
In this week’s episode of the Indie’N Folk Project with Peeyush, we are honored to host legendary Punjabi singer Daler Mehndi, the voice behind hits like ‘Tunak Tunak Tun’ and ‘Bolo Ta Ra Ra Ra.’ Daler Mehndi discusses his acting debut in ‘Welcome To the Jungle’ and his latest release, ‘Akhiyan Te Ja Ladiyan.’ He shares details about his weight loss diet for the film, his unique movie preparation, and his music career. Mehndi expresses gratitude to his fans, emphasizes his originality in music, and talks about his son, Gurdeep Mehndi. He reveals insights about his iconic turban, his fascination with stones, and shares memories of the grand Ambani wedding. The conversation includes his relationship with brother Mika Singh and his collaboration with AR Rahman on ‘Rang De Basanti.’ Read more
In this week's captivating episode of the Indie'n Folk Project, Peeyush features Hargun Kaur, renowned for her performances on The Voice and India's Got Talent. Known for songs lik ... Read more
In this week's captivating episode of the Indie'n Folk Project, Peeyush features Hargun Kaur, renowned for her performances on The Voice and India's Got Talent. Known for songs like 'Ve Haaniyaan,' 'Mera Dil,' and 'Gallan Pyaar Diyan,' she discusses her latest release, 'Jhalli,' a collaboration with Saurabh Umle. Peeyush opens with light-hearted questions about her being an only child, then explores her identity as a singer and influencer. She shares the story behind 'Ve Haaniyaan,' and talks about social media's importance, including AR Rahman following her on Instagram. She reveals her passion for food, discusses media training, and tactfully avoids naming her least favorite Harshdeep Kaur song. She recounts receiving Rs. 101 from Asha Bhosle, and shares her current playlist on Spotify. Read more
In this week’s episode of the Indie’N Folk Project, Nigeria-born, Noida-based rapper Yung Sammy, aka Samuel Lloyds, joins us. Known for rapping in multiple languages, including Hin ... Read more
In this week’s episode of the Indie’N Folk Project, Nigeria-born, Noida-based rapper Yung Sammy, aka Samuel Lloyds, joins us. Known for rapping in multiple languages, including Hindi and Punjabi, he discusses his musical journey, dream collaborations, and personal experiences in India. Peeyush starts with light banter, then explores Sammy's admiration for Yo Yo Honey Singh, his family's support, and his use of Hindi and Gujari in his music. Sammy shares insights into his multilingual thought process and performs an unplugged rendition of 'Brown Rang.' He discusses his latest EP, the rap debate between Kendrick and Drake, and the trend of diss culture in hip-hop. Sammy also highlights underrated rappers, potential film music ventures, and his dream collaborators. Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, we welcome Bismil from Bismil Ki Mehfil, the soulful voice behind hits like 'Ki Kita' and 'Tere Bina.' Peeyush and Bismil dive into ... Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, we welcome Bismil from Bismil Ki Mehfil, the soulful voice behind hits like 'Ki Kita' and 'Tere Bina.' Peeyush and Bismil dive into his family life, artistic heartbreaks, and the pitfalls of fame. Bismil shares his thoughts on Instagram fame, practices his riyaaz at night, and performs an unplugged version of 'Jugnu' by Badshah. He discusses his favorite Coke Studio songs and opens up about his romantic life. Bismil recalls his viral shayari moment and a memorable fan encounter. He talks about harsh criticism, dream collaborations, and performs 'Tere Bina.' Bismil also reveals his recent expenditures and aspirations, shares a connection with Sagar from Sagar ki Qawwali, and closes with a rendition of 'Tu Hi Re.' Read more
Tune in to this week’s episode of Indie'n Folk Project where Peeyush sits down with rap sensation and actor Chaitanya Sharma, better known as SlowCheeta. Known for his hit tracks " ... Read more
Tune in to this week’s episode of Indie'n Folk Project where Peeyush sits down with rap sensation and actor Chaitanya Sharma, better known as SlowCheeta. Known for his hit tracks "Make It Happen," "Kripya Dhyaan De," and "Chai Biskoot," and his roles in films like Gully Boy and Maidaan, SlowCheeta opens up about his journey. From the story behind his real name and nicknames to his creative process and the inspiration behind his music, SlowCheeta shares it all. He recounts personal hardships, including his ACL surgery, and discusses the balance between his rap and acting careers. The episode also features an unplugged rendition of "Chai Biskoot" and a heartfelt talk about his fears and motivations. Don't miss his insights on the music industry, the impact of public recognition, and his relationship with his wife, Shweta Tripathi. This episode is a deep dive into the life of SlowCheeta, packed with candid moments and valuable lessons. Read more
