In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush is joined by the versatile music composer and singer Salim Merchant, known for scoring over 100 films like Kurbaan, Rab Ne B ... Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush is joined by the versatile music composer and singer Salim Merchant, known for scoring over 100 films like Kurbaan, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, and Fashion. Salim shares his journey, reflecting on early rejections and how perseverance shaped his success. He discusses the influence of legends like Kishore Kumar and Mohammad Rafi, while also revealing his daughter's modern musical preferences. Salim talks about blending classical and modern sounds in iconic Bollywood tracks, offering insight into his innovative approach to music. Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, we welcome the highly anticipated singer-songwriter, Karma, known for hits like Role Model, Main Wahi Hoon, Paisa. Peeyush kicks off ... Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, we welcome the highly anticipated singer-songwriter, Karma, known for hits like Role Model, Main Wahi Hoon, Paisa. Peeyush kicks off the conversation with Karma, playfully poking fun at the typical small talk people make. Karma then dives into the essence of rap and hip-hop, explaining that it's about empowerment, not just bling and fame. When asked if he sees himself as a revolutionary writer, Karma shares his desire to follow his own path rather than conforming to societal expectations. He opens up about losing his father, how it transformed him, and the challenges he faced afterward. Karma also reflects on his departure from the label Kalamkaar, expressing gratitude for their support and describing them as family. The episode wraps up with Karma discussing his relationship with Raftaar and teasing his new collaboration with KSHMR. Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush chats with renowned Indian singer, songwriter, and composer Arko Pravo Mukherjee, known for hits like "Teri Mitthi," "Allah ... Read more
In this week's episode of Indie'N Folk Project, Peeyush chats with renowned Indian singer, songwriter, and composer Arko Pravo Mukherjee, known for hits like "Teri Mitthi," "Allah Waariyan," and "Nazm Nazm." The episode kicks off with playful banter as Peeyush teases Arko about his shoe size, leading to a humorous exchange about fellow singer Jubin Nautiyal. Arko shares his journey before music, discussing his MBBS degree and how a meeting with Lucky Ali almost steered him away from music. He also touches on his family's medical background when asked about an artist’s socio-political role.They explore the strong connection between Bengalis and music, with Arko humorously attributing it to the community's laid-back nature. He also announces the independent release of his upcoming album with eight original songs. 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 ... 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 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
