Evan vera mathiri-Songs review!!

Evan vera mathiri-Songs review!!

 

Production: N. Linguswamy, N. Subash Chandrabose, Ronnie Screwvala, Siddharth Roy Kapur
Cast: Ganesh Venkatraman, Vamsi Krishna, Vikram Prabhu
Direction: M. Saravanan
Screenplay: M. Saravanan
Story: M. Saravanan
Background score: C. Sathya
Cinematography: Shakthi

Dialogues: M. Saravanan
Editing: A. Sreekar Prasad
Stunt choreography: Rajasekhar
Lyrics : Na Muthukumar, Viveka
PRO: Jhonson
Distribution: UTV Motion Pictures

Ivan Veramathiri is director Saravanan’s follow up to Engeyum Eppodhum. The film stars Vikram Prabhu and newcomer Surabhi in the lead. Music is by C.Sathya.

Malaya Porattala

Singers: Biz Mac, Hyde Karty, Tipu

Lyrics: Viveka

Predominantly a hard rock composition which works well with its orchestration as long as it sticks to the heavy riffage and drumming.  But the vocal melody and the instrumental feel a bit detached from each other and results in the song falling short of what it aimed to be.

Enna Marandhaen

Singers: Madhushree

Lyrics: Na.Muthukumar

The best song of the album comes in the shape of a beautiful melody composed in Madhyamavati and sung with conviction by Madhushree. The track has almost everything going right about it. It begins well with a bit of a tease and then grows into something that’s mostly fulfilling, be it in terms of singing or orchestration.

Ranga Ranga

Singers: Rita

Lyrics: Mani Amudhavan

A rather playful tune which assumes different textures and the track does demand a few listens to get accustomed to the progression and changes. Rita’s singing and the rhythm section in particular stand out as the highlights and the song could have used a few more such highlights.

Thanimayilae

Singers: Anand Araviddakshan, Nivas

Lyrics: Viveka

This sad song based on Keeravani/Natabhairavi (Harmonic Minor in Western Classical) scale is soft in instrumentation but heavy on emotions. The minimalistic approach gives room for a fine vocal performance and the strings build up steadily but in strength and its intensity is backed by the vocalists.

Lovulla

Singers: C.Sathya

Lyrics: Viveka

A light hearted and peppy folk based tune which is driven by a strong rhythm section and the overall arrangement is quite impressive too. Composer Sathya takes the responsibility of delivering the vocals for this one and he hits the target.

Idhuthaan

Singers: Balram

Lyrics: Pudhiyadhoar Kavignan Seivom Team

The album closer is a short heart rendered composition that’s backed well lyrically and sung effectively by Balram.

Verdict: With music director Sathya emphasizing more on the vocals, the album has two tracks to watch out for.

JANNAL ORAM SONGS REVIEW

CAST AND CREW
Production: M Hemanth 
Cast: Manisha Yadav, Parthiban, Poorna, Vidharth, Vimal 
Direction: Karu Pazhaniappan 
Dance choreography: Siva Sankar 
Singers: Abirami, Aishwarya, Anuradha Sriram, Aravindh, Aslitha, Boopalam Prakash, Haricharan, Harish, K.Lakshman, Priya Hemesh, Priyadarshini, Rishi, Senthil, Sicily, Tipu, Velmurugan, Vishal 
Lyrics : Yugabharathi 
PRO: Nikhil Murugan 

Jannal Oram is the Tamil remake of the acclaimed Malayalam move ‘Ordinary’. The project is directed by Karu Palaniappan and stars the likes of Vimal, Parthiban, Vidharth, Manisha Yadav, Poorna and Ramana. Music is by Vidyasagar and all the songs are written by Yugabharathi.

Ennadi Ennadi

Singers: Tipu, Vishal

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

The album quite fittingly starts with cranking of the bus engine. Dialogues interspersed basically highlighting the bus’s encounters on the road and it also helps affirm that the song is about romanticizing the countryside. The highly original melodies are typical of Vidyasagar and so are the interludes.

Aasa Vecha

Singers: Abirami, Haricharan, Priya Hemesh, Priyadarshini, Tipu, Velmurugan

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

The sensual and honey laced vocals from Priya Hemesh sets up the tune perfectly before the chorus join in on the action and enhance it. The main melody has an addictive ring to it while the rest of the song has an organic flow about it, even during its beat filled passages.

Yela Mala

Singers: Anuradha Sriram, Velmurugan

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

A slow pathos number that features Anuradha Sriram and Velmurugan - not the kind of track one would generally associate with the two singers, but this infact turns out to be a master stroke from the composer as both the crooners are able to emote impeccably and tune their singing styles to sound haunting.

Unna Paakama

Singers: Abirami, Haricharan, Sicily

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

A mid tempo tune that’s got some catchy moments laid over a steady yet flowing drum beat. The vocal melody is rather simple and direct but the composer manages to make it even more engaging by intelligently orchestrating the exchanges between the male and female singers. A pleasant tune overall with equally enjoyable instrumental interludes.

Athili Puthili

Singers: Aishwarya, Aravindh, Aslitha, Harish, K.Lakshman, Rishi

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

Right from the intro where the kids are trying to mime the starting of an engine the agenda is set to be playful. But it’s not all fun and games as the kids put up a highly professional performance with their harmonies and annotations. The rhythm is groovy and the mood light.

Aatho Apattho

Singers: Boopalam Prakash, Senthil

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

An earthy villu paatu styled song topped off with humorous narrations. The performance is extremely natural and the composer does well to retain the essence of the villu paatu. The song, despite being entertaining, serves as a great introduction to the various key characters of Jannal Oram, and according to the song there are plenty of them that take note of!

RUMMY SONGS REVIEW

CAST AND CREW

Production: Sri Valli Films 
Cast: Aishwarya, Gayathri, Iniko Prabhakar, Vijay Sethupathi 
Direction: K Balakrishnan 
Singers: A V Pooja, Abhay Jodhpurkar, D Imman, Divya Ramani, Poornima Sathish, Prasanna, Santhosh Hariharan, Vandana Srinivasan 
Lyrics : Yugabharathi 

Rummy is the directorial debut of Balakrishnan and the film features Vijay Sethupathi along with the likes of Gayathrie, Inigo Prabhakaran and Iyshwarya. Music is by Imman and all the songs are written by Yugabharathi.

Koodamela Koodavechi

Singers: Prasanna, Vandana Srinivasan

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

What strikes you the most, besides the friendly melody and the pleasant sounds, is the piercing vocals of Vandana which comes through so very well. Prasanna’s singing is slightly in a different shade but complimenting the proceedings. The orchestration offers plenty of room for the string section to shine and also for some tasty fills.

Adiye Yenna Raagam

Singers: Abhay Jodhpurkar, Poornima Sathish

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

Next up is a splendid melody from Imman based on the Keeravani raagam and again the composer springs up a surprise with his passive and gorgeous treatment. Often known to feast on percussions, Imman quiets things down here and for a large part of the entire album. Poornima Sathish’s raga fills gives the track a unique dimension while Abhay Jodhpurkar adds yet another impressive composition to his already enviable catalogue of songs. Imman’s approach appears to be simple and uncomplicated but there’s plenty of interesting moments persisting in the background.

Oru Nodi

Singers: D Imman, Divya Ramani

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

Another lilting melody which eases its way around Imman’s earthy orchestration. The shenhai fills are used at decisive moments in the song to liven up the mood which is mostly soaked in dreamy romance. Imman himself steps in to voice the tune and he is impressive in the mid-ranges while Divya Ramani casually excels throughout.

Yethukkaaga Yenna Neeyum

Singers: A V Pooja, Santhosh Hariharan

Lyrics: Yugabharathi

A remarkable composition from Imman which is traditional in every sense with its Malayamarutham base, but also containing some contemporary fusion elements like the guitar and violin, both adding plenty of color to the track. The rhythm is reminiscent of classic Raja but the melody is certainly fresh and decorated with nativity. The transition from the instrumental interludes to the vocal parts is seamless and beautifully organic. Santhosh Hariharan and A.V.Pooja places themselves right in the heart of a song which is expected to gain wide reverence.

Yethukkaaga Yenna Neeyum (Instrumental)

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Violinist Karthik Iyer delivers an inspired solo performance in this instrumental. The take is full of segments where the musician improvises on the original melody and thereby keeping it extremely engaging for the listener.

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ENDRENDRUM PUNNAGAI SONGS REVIEW

Production: Dr Ramadoss, GKM Tamil Kumaran 
Cast: Andrea Jeremiah, Jiiva, Trisha Krishnan, Vinay Rai 
Direction: I.Ahmed 
Singers: Aalap Raju, Abhay Jodhpurkar, Bhargavi, Devan Ekambaram, Haricharan, Hariharan, Harini, Karthik, Krish, Krishna Iyer, MK Balaji , Naresh Iyer, Pravin Saivi, Ramesh Vinayakam, Shreya Ghoshal, Sudha Ragunathan, Suzanne, Tippu, Velmurugan 
Lyrics : Kabilan, Madhan Karky, Thamarai, Vaalee, Viveka 

Director of Vamanan, I.Ahmed, returns with a multistarrer rom-com featuring Jiiva, Trisha, Vinay, Andrea and Santhanam among others. Music is by Harris Jayaraj.

Yealae Yealae Dosthu Da

Singers: Krish, Krishna Iyer, Naresh Iyer

Lyrics: Viveka

A fun energetic song with familiar Harris treatment. Viveka’s words are replete with words on friendship. Krish and Naresh Iyer’s young voices suit the theme well. While the beat can get your foot tapping and the sounds of accordion could cheer you up, one wishes the melody could have been more attractive.

Ennai Saaithaalae

Singers: Hariharan, Shreya Ghoshal

Lyrics: Thamarai

A gentle melody follows suit, and again the treatment is well within Harris’s own domain. The soft piano playing and the saxophone segments set up the tune without much fuss but the composition assumes a different complexion as it progresses, with the introduction of the backbeat and the momentary veena. The melody is pretty and accessible but falls short of the composer’s own potential of churning out memorable duets. Hariharan is the one with the major chunk of the melodies and he gives it his own touches and Shreya Ghoshal is her usual competent self.

Kadal Naan Thaan

Singers: MK Balaji , Sudha Ragunathan, Suzanne

Lyrics: Vaalee

Harris employs the services of ace carnatic singer Sudha Ragunathan for a tune which is a far cry from the singer’s usual musical indulgences.  The opening few moments feel like they are sitting in the shade before some light and color is thrown into the proceedings with nifty hooks that Harris uses at points when the song demands a spring in its step. The song progresses along with the strength of the singer’s performance.

Vaan Engum Nee Minna

Singers: Aalap Raju, Devan Ekambaram, Harini, Pravin Saivi

Lyrics: Madhan Karky

Harris comes up with a rather sweet pop tune here featuring the likes of Aalap Raju, Harini, Devan & Pravin Saivi. Harini’s performances are laced with carnatic intonations while Aalap Raju is his usual peppy self. The track is lively and parts of it are catchy.

Othayilae

Singers: Abhay Jodhpurkar, Bhargavi, Tippu

Lyrics: Kabilan

An emotional tune which has some impressive vocal performances – Abhay Jodhpurkar handling the mid & low registers with nice control and Tippu chipping in during the high pitched segments and adding a bit of drama to the song.  The lyrics talk about the strains and cracks that emerge in friendship and Kabilan pens some nice lines here.

Ennatha Solla

Singers: Haricharan, Karthik, Ramesh Vinayakam, Velmurugan

Lyrics: Viveka

An electro-folk hybrid styled tune designed to elaborate on the usual perils of falling in love and marriage and all that. There is likely to be no surprise if the mood is fueled by alcohol and the theme as such has little new to offer except for the regular chuckles that songs like this  can extract from the listener. While the melody may not be an ‘Anjala’, there are still some memorable moments.