MEHSOPURIA - 'The Bomb'
10 tracks
5 top producers
Surprise collaboration
After the debut smash hit album (Mehsopuria The Album) the 2nd official album will hit the stores in Jan/Feb 2006.
An album not to be missed, by the sensational superstar of Bhangra
'MEHSOPURIA'!!
OFFICIAL NEWS.......................
Mehsopuria has is a huge star in Pakistan, UK, North America, Kenya & now the #1 star in the Bhangra market regrded as the biggest in the world, India. Thats official news!! It makes Mehsopuria the worlds #1 Bhangra artist of this year, without any doubt! Universal regards Mehsopuria as the biggest star to hit Bhangra in a long long time. In all over India there is a mania creating, everyone now wants to see the star who has taken all of India by storm, winning hundreds & thousands of fans literally over night.
Almost all the Bhangra albums released in India, are in Punjab, "Mehsopuria"
the selftitled album is an all India release & has hit #1, all over India, within a month of it's release!!! Thats speaks volumes for the Bhangra star who has come from nowhere & is now sitting right at the top! India is regarded by everyone as the hardest market to make an impact in, many hundreds of singers try every year, rarely does anyone succeed, let alone become #1 in all of India. On average it takes a few years to create your name in Punjab, 2/3 albums, 30+ songs & out of them, you look at having a smash hit song to make the impact every singer wants.
Tumka II, is the number 1 Bhangra song in all India. "Mehsopuria" the selftitiled album is #1 in all of India.
Watch Mehsopuria on Zee Music, 2Dark ft Mehsopuria "Puth Punjab Da", off the album Hidden Depth by 2Dark, out Dec 2004. 2Dark now set to follow in his brothers footsteps & become a huge producer in the UK.
Catch Mehsopuria @
Wass-up.com B'day Bash, 22nd Nov 2004 @ Isis, Nottingham Asian Dance, 3rd Dec 2004 @ 2nd City Suite, Birmingham
Exclusive Interview
At what age did u start singing?
From the age of 6 I learnt to read & write Punjabi then progressing on to singing Kitan in Raags (classical). I learnt to play the Harmonium & my younger brother Gurmit (Dippa) played the Tabla.
What helped in developing your talent?
Without doubt the teachings of my Guru Ji “Ustaad Ajit Singh Mutlashi Ji” & also I stayed in Punjab (India) for a while when I was 8-9 years old, this enhanced my Punjabi pronunciation & my love for my mother tongue grew.
What made you decide to become a singer?
I had learnt to sing from a young age. My friends believed in my ability they encouraged me to use my talents. A shining light in the emergence of my career & someone who had recognised my potential was the 70’s & 80’s Dholak legend Late Harblast Rai Jhalli, known affectionately as “Baho” to his friends. 5 years ago I decided to make singing my career & have devoted my full attention towards singing.
How did u feel when your first song became a smash hit?
It felt great, I thank the almighty Waheguru because without his grace it wouldn’t be possible. My first song “Tera Tumka” was a step towards full-filling my dreams & making them reality.
How does your style of singing differ to other Artists & what makes you stand out?
I write, compose & sing my songs in my own style. I don’t copy or aspire to be like any other singers past or present. A talented musician recently said to me that “all the great singers have uniqueness in their voice which distinguishes them from the rest & u have uniqueness in your voice”. I’d rather the pure Punjabi music lovers define what makes me standout rather than me.
What do you love about singing?
Everything!! When I write, compose & sing a song, the positive vibe & love I get is indescribable. My live performance’s on stage & entertaining the crowds is another huge buzz that can’t be matched. I just love singing, it’s like a ride you never want to get off.
Who are you influenced by?
I have many singers who have influenced me like the Late Dhadi Amar Singh Shonki, Late Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Gurdass Mann, Sardool Sikander, Surjit Bhindrakia, Hans Raj Hans & Udit Narayan.
Who are your favourite Bhangra, Hindi and Mainstream Artists?
All those I’ve named above for Bhangra & Hindi. For Mainstream it really varies from Michael Boulton, Mariah Carey to Buster Rhymes, DMX & Dr. Dre.
Do you get recognised when you are out?
Yes, on a few occasions. So far it’s been very good because everyone who has recognised me has said alot of nice compliments.
Have you ever experienced anything different after a stage performance that has made you laugh?
Its funny u should ask that. In October I had a live gig in London, my friends & I turned up for the gig but the promoter didn’t recognise me. When I’d finished my performance the promoter came up to me hugged me. He had heard my songs & new the name Mehsopuria but never new what I looked like.
What are the ambitions of ‘Mehsopuria’ in life?
My ambitions are to sing for at least 15 years & to do my best to keep my Punjabi culture alive in the western hemisphere through my singing.
Any special message for ‘Mehsopuria’ fans?
I would like to thank them from the bottom of my heart for their support & love. My aim is to continue to entertain them through my songs. Without them there is no Mehsopuria.