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Swarathma created 'Rang Zinda Hain' in collaboration with students from NID, as part of their Open Electives 2013. The theme of the song was 'Bachpan after Pachpan' (childhood after 55), and about celebrating ageing as we celebrate youth. Download free!

Music by Swarathma / Lyrics by Puneet Sharma / Recorded at Pinewood Studios, Bangalore, additional recording at Studio 145, Bangalore / Mixed by Abhilash Lakra / Mastered by Ricky Kej

Rang Zinda Hain

Parasiva is the invisible form of Lord Shiva. But the song claims to have seen Parasiva, and that is because of angels around us who in their own little way help us and make a huge difference to our lives but doing seemingly little and insignificant things.

Raghu - Dixit - Jagchanga - Parasiva

❤ Ang Laga De cover by Ivett | Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela

Zeb & Haniya - Paimona (For your headphones mix)

The Ska Vengers - Mr Big Stuff (Excerpt)

Mashed-up reggae and hip-hop from the Cast A Blast label on this new single from Dedy Dread and DJ Rebel, which sees the distinctive descending riffola of Ray Charles' "Hit The Road Jack" incorporated into the excellent "Criss N Shine". While this original is full of rootsy jazz goodness, Turntable Dubbers & Sebski recast the vocals against a light, warm and friendly dancehall beat while Blend Mishkin evoke the "Sleng Teng" riddim on the plugged-in beats of their own remix.

LYRICS:

Intro:
well this is Delhi Sultanate
alongside Dedy Dread & DJ Rebel
collaboration - what do you say man?
New Delhi - Europe
All INdian Raggamuffin
All revolutionary Outlaw
New Delhi Junglists
ey yo Massive you know we just cant take these politicians anymore - what did Bountykiller say?? Polluticians....

Verse 1:
Delhi Sultanate - lyrical hot stepper
mic checker - sound wrecker - dubplate maker
lyrical naxalite say we are lyrical life takers
never did like the government has us under pressure
return of the mac - wiki leaks hacker
have a heap of dubplates and i have a heap of choppers
too many New Delhi men are big name droppers
we will come and kill them send them to their mama and papa
proper - rudeboy music we are no country crackers
Indian shakka zulu lyrical top shotta
musical gunshot will make corrupt brains splatter
all of them will dead up and scatter
Salwa Judum could dead up and scatter
Koya Commando could dead up and scatter
CRPF coulda dead up and scatter
all of these politicians get the ratatatatata

Chorus:
we keep it criss we keep it shine 
one day all of the youths will combine
we keep it criss we keep it shine
god forbid they start to raise up the nine 
talk in the background:
time are crazy
we cant take it no more
can't fool the people all the time
rise up
revolution...

Verse 2:
we ring the alarm for that
some sounds are real sounds but most sounds are idiot 
and you done know BASSFoundation have the city on lock
and any Drumpan try test they will get a dubshot 
remember
they murdererd people down in Nandigram
youths capture police abuse on the handicam
many people never did know and never understand
how the government sells us to corrupt corporations
youthman rise up we have to set up a plan
to much loot and shoot - boom boom blam blam
we stand for the truth that you cant run from
long time singers have sung bon babylon 
i rate all of the youths who gwaan strong

Chorus:
we keep it criss we keep it shine
one day all of the youths will combine
we keep it criss we keep it shine
god forbid they start to raise up the nine
Verse 3:
Government is run by the gun nozzle
gunmen flex muscle and will shoot things to frazzle
villagers then have to hide and huddle
their 'progress' means strife and struggle
death rates double - homes broken up in rubble
chain and shackle - any obstacle we tackle
big up all the warriors who are ready for the battle
big up all the warriors who are ready for the battle

dont you know that its a bloodclaat disease
they run it like crackers in the forties
they are brownskin white men dressed three piece
they sell us out to corrupt companies
one day we could make them freeze
one day youths they will take to the streets
fists will raise and bullets will beat
youths will rise up and never take no defeat

Chorus:
we keep it criss we keep it shine 
one day all of the youths will combine
we keep it criss we keep it shine
god forbid they start to raise up the nine 

Outro:
big up - New Delhi Jungliste movement is there
Delhi Sultanate - Dj Rebel - Dedy Dread
you done know big up all BASSFoundation massive same way
culture wars
big up all rudeboy intellect
massive you done know - it cannot go on like this
they sell out life
for real
wise up
allright
all soundman
soundboys
all revolutoinary outlaws


Criss & Shine (prod. by Dedy Dread & DJ Rebel)

Zeb and Haniya Aithbar Song Live at The Chennai Public School

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The Dewarists is a new original series. Part music documentary and part travelogue, the show features inspiring musicians collaborating to create original music while traveling to locations across India. Visit thedewarists.com for more information. 

In this episode pre-eminent classical singer Shubha Mudgal joins forces with folk-rock band Swarathma, one of the most exciting independent acts to emerge in the recent years. Duur Kinara is also a bonus track on Swarathma's second album Topiwalleh released in May 2012

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Swarathma + Shubha Mudgal - Duur Kinara

Dubplate for Reggae Rajahs on the Police in Helicopter Riddim

Police in Helicopter dubplate (Indian Ganjaman)

Kohra - Hush | FREE DOWNLOAD

This is an experiment that started out after I heard this song as part of a "Coke Studio" jam in the second season of the show. The introduction to the song has one of the most beautiful solo's I've heard. I just wanted to re-interpret that feeling in my own way. 

Written & Produced By - Madhav Shorey
* Rabaab Credit | Zeb & Haniya - Paimona (Coke Studio, Season 2)

Kohra - Hush | FREE DOWNLOAD

'Pyaasi' is from Swarathma's debut album released on EMI Virgin India in Jan 2009. This version features the inimitable Shubha Mudgal, special guest on vocals. The song tells the story of a river, whose waters have been disputed for years. The song was featured in a music video by Global Water Challenge to highlight water woes that the world faces.

Written by Vasu Dixit/Hitesh Kewalya, Composed by Swarathma
Translated by Shreya Dasgupta

A river, a thirsty river, leave me be
Your thirst I quenched, now what of me?
Tied in twists, no longer running free
Tears are all that’s left of me
I was happy being water, why the insanity?
From whence do I come, whither do I go?
Of your language and your barriers, what do I know?
What being was it that poisoned your minds…
Erased human thoughts, left puppets behind?
Return O rain-cloud, from whence you came
Alas the mighty ocean shall never know my name
You still think I am holy? Dead souls I can save?
Begone with your ashes, give me the peace I crave
A river, a thirsty river, leave me be
I was happy being water, why your insanity?

Swarathma feat. Shubha Mudgal - Pyaasi

Topiwalleh is the title track of the new album from Swarathma. Download from facebook.com/swarathma

Swarathma - Topiwalleh

A song about relationships and their complications. How it is only when you take steps towards each other that you can resolve your differences, and find harmony.

Written by Puneet Sharma / Composed by Swarathma / Recorded at Empire Studios, Mumbai by Chinmay Harshe / Mixed by Hriday Goswami / Mastered at The Final Sound, NM, USA by Ty Degroff 

Swarathma - Rishton ka Raasta

One of Swarathma's earliest compositions, and a great way to see where the positive vibes come from! A song about overcoming the obstacles in your life by saying the magic words Ali Baba did, "Open sesame!"

Written by Vasu Dixit / Composed by Swarathma / Produced by Loy Mendonsa and Swarathma/ Recorded at Empire Studios, Mumbai by Chinmay Harshe / Mixed by Hriday Goswami / Mastered at The Final Sound, NM, USA by Ty Degroff 

Swarathma-Khul Ja Re

This is a song that celebrates youth, and the power of being young, in your heart and mind. The words "Naane Daari" are Kannada for "I am my way".

Translation:

In the dark cave that is my being, I find the light
And I shall scream of it, aloud, from the mountaintops

This earth, this sky, become one in my fist
My passion erupts from the ground below 

_____________

Written by Vasu Dixit / Composed by Swarathma / Recorded at Empire Studios, Mumbai by Chinmay Harshe / Mixed by Hriday Goswami / Mastered at The Final Sound, NM, USA by Ty Degroff



Swarathma - Naane Daari

Yeshu, Allah aur Krishna was originally released as part of Soundpad, a British Council Initiative showcasing up and coming Indian bands. It is a view of the world today, seen through the eyes of 14th century mystic poet Kabir, who sang of religious harmony. His messages find resonance today, more than at any time in the past.

Written by Vasu Dixit, Hitesh Kewalya / Composed by Swarathma / Recorded at Empire Studios, Mumbai by Chinmay Harshe / Mixed by Hriday Goswami / Mastered at The Final Sound, NM, USA by Ty Degroff


Swarathma - Yeshu Allah aur Krishna

Track: Bibi Sanam Janem
Performed by: Zeb & Haniya
Original language: Dari and Pashto
Version: Recorded Live at Coke Studios Pakistan
Source: Coke Studio Season 3, Episode 1 (http://tinyurl.com/2we2gpu)

Lyrics and Translation:

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Ba darwazae tajh Quran jayee sanam janem 
Your being borders on the divine, my love

(repeat 1 & 2)

Kassi harfe dil-e maa ra nadaanist 
What I feel for you, no one is privy to it 

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Bahaaie mahafel-e maa ra nadaanist 
No one can fathom the depths or value this love

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Ba joz tofaan kassi dar shahr-e-ghurbat 
The wild storms crashing down on strange, distant cities

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Nishaan-e mahafel-e maa ra nadaanist 
Only they know the true worth of our love

(repeat 1 & 2)

Na mekhawahm ke be taabat bebinom 
Not ever would I want you to be sad

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Dilam khwahad ke shadaab att bebinam, 
All I ever need is that you be happy and content

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Nadeedam man ba bedaari rukhat ra 
Even if all the flowers in the world wilt and wither away

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Magar hamchu pari khwaabat bebinom 
That love I have for you in my heart will not fade

(repeat 1 & 2)

Dil-e-naazok tar az andisha darum 
What my heart feels is far mellower than my thoughts

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Hawaie mottadel chun re sha darum 
There will never be a moment when I won’t yearn for you

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem 
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Hama gul hai-e aalaam barge-e-khoshkad 
Bibi, believe me, your love is deeply rooted in my heart

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan

Tu dar baagh-e-kheialem reesha dary 
Even if all the flowers in the world wither….

Bibi sanam janem, anaar-e-sisstanem
Ba darwazae tajh quran jayee sanam janem
My love, you are like the sweet pomegranate of Sistan
And your being borders on the divine…

(repeat 1 &2)

Zeb & Haniya - Bibi Sanam Janem

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01. Felix Cartal - No Sleep (feat. Natalie Angiuli) [Extended Mix]
02. Franky Rizardo & Roul And Doors - Elements (Hardwell & Dannic Remix)
03. Laidback Luke & Lee Mortimer - Strobelight
04. Rihanna - Diamonds (Congorock Extended Mix)
05. Nari & Milani vs. Maurizio Gubellini - Unbelievable (Robbie Rivera & Makj Remix)
06. Crookers - Trillex (Sleepy Tom Remix)
07. Proxy - Junk (Harvard Bass Remix)
08. Bro Safari - The Clap (feat. ETC!ETC!)
09. Bro Safari & ETC!ETC! - Suspects
10. Duke Dumont - Underground Persistence
11. Hiisak - Nonar
12. Angger Dimas feat. MC Ambush - Booster
13. Torres, Dzeko, Ansol - Y3AH!
14. Chemical Brothers - Swoon

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Weekend Workout: Episode 040

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Tracklist: 
01. Alesso - Clash
02. Madeon - The City (The M Machine Remix) 
03. Jordy Dazz - Claymore
04. Hardwell Feat. Amba Shepherd - Apollo
05. Alvaro - Make Me Jump
06. Nicky Romero & Nervo - Like Home (Dannic Remix)
07. Boys Noize - What You Want (Dirty Disco Youth Remix)
08. Angger Dimas - Fight Club (Gianni Marino Remix)
09. Bro Safari & ETC!ETC! - The Clap (Felix Big Build Edit)
10. Saint Liz - Hang On A Second
11. Brodinski - Hypnotise
12. Kryder feat. Bo Bruce - Damaged (Dzeko & Torres Remix)
13. Danny Avila - Breaking Your Fall (Mikael Weermets Remix)
14. Bingo Players - Out Of My Mind
15. Staygold - Justify

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Weekend Workout: Episode 042

Ska Vengers talk about Shaheen...Recorded at Fender academy, New Delhi by Chintan Kalra, Mixed by Miti Adhikari.

The Ska Vengers - Rough and Mean

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Tracklist: 
01. George Acosta - We Got This
02. Lazy Rich - Brain Freeze
03. Dirty Disco Youth - Singapore
04. Drop The Lime - No Sleep For The Wicked (MAKJ Remix)
05. Lana Del Rey - Summertime Sadness (Cedric Gervais Remix)
06. Oliver - Night Is On My Mind
07. Beth Ditto - Goodnight Good Morning
08. Boys Noize - Ich R U (Jacques Lu Cont Remix)
09. Marco V & Damian William - Naneo
10. Doctor P feat. Eva Simons - Bulletproof (Vicetone Remix)
11. Cazzette - Blood Theme
12. NERVO & Hook n Sling - Reason (TV Noise Remix)
13. Popeska feat Luciana - The New Kings

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Weekend Workout: Episode 048

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Endorphins (Tommy Trash Remix)

A little thank you gift for reaching 200,000 fans on my facebook page!! Hope you guys like it!!

Tommy Trash vs A-Trak - Tuna Truffle (Tommy Trash Coachella Snack)

My 2nd Remix from Coke Studio | its a fusion of Minimal Tech & alot of electronics

Zeb & Haniya - Nazaar Eyle [Meister Dub Remix]

The monsoons in my hometown have always been special to me and therefore the inspiration for this song.

The sound of the rainfall on rooftops... the sweetest noise I have ever heard."