Oct 30 2011

BMT Mailout – Sat 29th Oct 2011

 

BMT Mailout – A bite sized review of music played in The Bhangra Mixtape with Sonnyji – Saturday 29th Oct 2011

Hello all. This week’s show was as jam packed as ever featuring a chat with 18 year old Punjabi singing sensation D-Sarb as well as some hot mashup’s that included

XLNC’s  ‘Tappe 4×4’ into some deep Techy House by Christian Varela
Popcaan’s ‘Ravin’ into Jr Dread’s ‘Jogi’
3 Mix into Utah Saints
The Truth into Nero’s ‘Crush on You’

along with beats from

Bikram Singh, Saini Surinder, XS Bass, Jazzy B, Kanye, Menis, Bert on Beats, SKream and loads more

So let’s kick off with just a few tracks that featured in the mix. And remember this show is best heard in full so you know what to do.

Saini Surinder – ‘Thor’ (E3UK Records)0:06:00 into the show on the iplayer > This track it seems build week on week. Saini being strong off his success on Gupsy Aujla’s ‘Bhangra’ comes back with this banger and truth be told seems to have worked his magic again. Even though this track is no longer in the Asian Download Chart anymore I still think it’s got some steam in it yet. Will Saini repeat what we saw with Jaswinder Daghamia? Only time will tell. But for now let’s enjoy this piece of upbeat Bhangra which is turning into one of the big tracks this year so far.

Bikram Singh – ‘Kina Sohna Munda’ (Soldier Sound) - 0:12:00 in on iplayer >  After the track that was ‘Beyonce’ New York vocalist Bikram Singh makes a welcome return to form with this one. Tigerstyle as ever on production duties and have to say this is sounding hot! the synth stabs along with the ferocious beat programming along the now signature Tigerstyle electronica musings elevate this Desi track to heights not achieved by all Bhangra producers but only bolsters their reputation and of course of Bikram Singh who shines on this.

Zeus – Zindabaad ‘Bloodline Summer Mix’ (Envy)0:15:30 in on iplayer > I love this mix. It’s gritty, nasty and gets under your skin in a way that’s very different to the original more Bhangra friendly version which is also decent. There’s rock and electronica vibes happening here along with a banging kick drum which keeps things firmly in dance floor territory. Zeus’s return to form has been realized via his new album also of the same name where this is from and even though there doesn’t seem to be much a hype over previous releases I think this album shows a return to Zeus’s previous form and a sound that got everyone’s attention in the first place. Granted having Sharmilla on each track might be a bit overkill but there’s not doubt the album sound is good.

Metz n Trix – OMG (White) - 0:18:00 in on iplayer >This has got better week on week with each play. After the dance banger that is ‘Has has’ Surinder Rattan keeps things on the same trajectory on his latest production. It’s clear that Imran Khan was first to whole heartedly embrace the dance sound and Rattan of late is adamant it seems to stamp his own style of production style within this genre. Metz n Trix keep the flow alive throughout the song and due to their backround in club sounds they’re right at home with the vibe that this track creates and even manage a punjabi line in the middle.  Get ready, get set?

Jeeti Ft Ravi Duggal – Ranjhana – (Moviebox)0:23:00 in on iplayer >This is a great piece of production from Midlands based producer Jeeti. There’s some great guitar and flute sounds which bounce over the top of some tight production that keep the vibe in urban territory rather than traditional a traditional Bhangra style.

Shizzio – You’re A Star – (White)0:26:26 in on iplayer > Shizzio shines all the time when coupled with Tigerstyle and this has happened on this release which also features Nikitta famous from the third season of X Factor. The song discusses the struggle to make it in the game and the challenges that can be faced by artists trying the break through day to day. Previous collabs with Tigerstyle have included ‘I swear’, ‘Save the Music’ and from Tigerstyle’s album “Mystics, Martyrs & Maharaja’s the track ‘Maharaja’. I’m feeling an album with the scottish due might not be such a bad thing as when paired good things tend to happen.

Jr Dread Ft Amrita Virk – Jogi – (Hi-Tec Music) - 0:34:50 in on iplayer > This Hip Hop inspired slab of Bhangra is Jr Dread’s latest release since is his debut album in 2008. Dread has been known for trying out different genre’s on production and this is evident here. Amrita sounds great. All in all a decent return to form for a track that what has all the hallmarks to please the masses while having at some credible appeal production wise.

Menis – I Don’t Really Care – (Brown Boi)0:51:30 in on iplayer > Menis has developed as an MC over the years and on this it shows. The production on this comes from Zaheer Music and it delivers big time with a gritty sound that we could do with more of today. A vicious beat coupled with Menis’s speedy bars make this work.

D-Sarb – Ake Nachle – (Beat Circle) - 1:02:40 in on iplayer > D-Sarb is an 18 year old Punjabi singer that hails from Oxford. He joined me for a quick chat on the phone in which we discussed his future ambition of singing with hero Sukshinder Shinda along with his new album which is being worked on right now all while doing his A-levels. His slower number ‘Panchi Vangu’ has been a surprise ray of light highlighting his capability to sing the more deeper songs as well as the usual more upbeat styles also. Showing such talent from an early age is always a positive and I’m interested to hear where his sound will take him in the future. ‘Ake Nachle’ is taken from his 2nd E.P. titled ‘Music n Me’ and features with other songs ‘Panchi Vangu’ and ‘Kya Yehi Pyar Hai’ all produced by UK producer D-Boy. He’s one to watch this lad.

Christian Varela – Space – (Respekt Recordings)1:25:00 in on iplayer > Strong drums, a driving bass line and an infectious tribal energy that pins you to the floor. This tech house track by Varela’s kicks some serious ass. It grooves along nicely and has the kind of dance loop that commands your attention. The interaction between the drum hits the bass and elevating siren sounds throughout make this infectious! Wanna hear how this smashes up against Tappe 4×4? Be sure to check out the show.

Bilal Khan – Bachana – ‘Bobby Wonda Remix’1:35:00 in on iplayer > (white) – Bobby Wonda takes Bilal’s acoustic love song and quite simply tears it a new one. The vibe here is a full on Dubstep and works well after the build up and break. The vocals weave effortlessly through the production which works around the original song rather than away from it.

Machines Don’t Care – Full Moon – (Cheap Thrills)1:38:25 in on iplayer > Old skool, old skool and more old skool. It seems lately the dance fraternity have been going back to the synth rave sounds of old and no label more than Herve’s Cheap Thrills. Machines Don’t Care is Herve’s collaborative moniker and this track features on his latest ‘Incoming E.P.’. ‘Full Moon’ feels like a backdrop to Halloween especially when you consider the cheeky wolf howl in the middle of the break. Add some heavy bass, a few female 90’s chants and we’re ravin, we’re ravin, we’re ravin! BIG!

Skream – Anticipate – ‘Netsky Mix’ (Rinse)1:56:40 in on iplayer >  The original track dropped a few months back but now it gets a proper release with a remix from Cassius and this Funky D&B version from Netsky. This remix is the best of the bunch for me. A strong lead sound and just the right vocal hook that slaps you into next week. Netsky delivers a clean-banging remix which takes the original to new heights and brings an energy that he is so well known for. Will leave you smiling this. Uplifting!

Listen to the full show right HERE and access full tracklisting

 
Oct 06 2011

Sonnyji Returns to Shaanti after 6 years

 

This Friday at the Rainbow Warehouse in Birmingham Sonnyji returns to the club night where it all started.

After 6 years since his last set at Shaanti Sonnyji will be going back to his original style of underground Desi House creating one hell of a journey in sound.

See you there!!!

Time: 10-4am
Venue: Rainbow Warehouse, 160 Digbeth,
Birmingham B12 0LD

Get tickets HERE

 
Sep 06 2011

Sonnyji at London Mela 04th Sep 2011

 

Sunday just gone saw the BBC Asiannetwork play host to the London Mela which meant I was on mixing duties alongside my fellow Asiannetwork DJ’s on the day. I spent the early part of the afternoon in the Mixtent as I had an early set which kicked off from 1pm.

 

 

 

 

 

Much later I hit the main stage to drop a couple of of more sets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here’s the vid of what went down

 
Aug 18 2011

Jimuzikk Mailout – 18.08.11

 

Jimuzikk Mailout – 18.08.11

A review of just some of the music played on The Bhangra Mixtape 13.08.11

Hello everybody,

This week an update on some of the tracks played in last week’s ‘Bhangra Mixtape’

If your not aware the show is a 2 hour non stop mix of the most upfront Bhangra/Punjabi cuts mixed into House, Hip Hop, Dubstep, Funk D&B and a whole lot more.

to check out last Saturday’s show just click below


Ok let’s get to it

Here’s a few I’ve picked out. Just jump to the timings updated below to listen to the track:

  • Angel Ft Nirmal Sidhu – ‘Mukh tak Ke’ – (E3UK Records) - Angel is a London based producer who’s been making some noise lately through his releases. He has a penchant for synthesized sounds and it’s this style that finds it’s way into his Desi productions. He recently produced “Billo” featuring Jaswinder Daghamia which went down the House route but this one has more electro hip hop vibe to it       >>> 0:31:40 into the iplayer

 

  • Kan D Man – Mera Naa Ki - I like this because it sounds quirky and if anything is quite original. Kan D man delivers a Desi Hip Hop track with his own style of Punjabi & English MC’ing. It’s part of his mixtape titled ‘The Sneak preview’ which you can get >here<                 >>> 0:37:40 in

 

  • J Cole – Who Dat – (Roc Nation) - This track’s been flying around for some time now. So long in fact that the buzz has just about gone. Even though it was last year since it came to everyone’s attention it’s time to dust off this tight slice of Hip Hop and throw it in the mix. Cole’s album will landing this September. All hoping it delivers as much as this single >>> 0:44:27 in

 

  • Panjabi Hit Squad – ‘Miss Sohniye’ – (Major Moves) - Fellow Asiannetwork presenters Rav & Dee release the first single from their upcoming album ‘World Famous’. Their previous release was an artist album with singer Alyssia but it seems they’ve had some time to concentrate on their own music. This is a slab of Punjabi dance pop that hits the mark showcasing a new direction for the boys. One for the floor! >>> 0:49:30 in

 

  • The Safri Boys – Punjabi Sher – (Multitone) - Not a new one but had to include it. Taken from the 1994 album ‘Get Real’ this piece of Bhangra gold was everything good about Bhangra in the 90’s. Soaring synths meet some tough Desi percussion to create something that works well in the mix even today. This particular track is quite tribal due to the frenetic Dhol playing and pounding kick drum. Love it! >>> 0:55:12 in

 

  • Jazsteppa – Naked Lunch – (Studio Rockers) - Jazzsteppa are renowned for their live Dubstep sound and bring a realism to their electronic productions giving their sound that extra lift . This track isn’t of the Dubstep variety but as the title suggests expect jazz vibes as well as some deep two step action. This is from the E.P. sampler 2 which is taken from the upcoming album ‘Hyper Nomads’            >>> 1:00:10 in

 

  • Maverick Sabre – Let Me Go ‘Roksonix Remix’ (White) - The original has a great musicality to it incorporating strings and horns. Take all this, add some Dubstep, finish with those killer backing vocals over the top and you have a remix here that will be around for some time. Epic! >>> 1:06:07 in

 

  • Tigerstyle – Kawan – “DSB Mix’ – (Soldier Sound Recordings) - This re-work of a recent classic pulls no punches. It straddles between Dubstep & D&B with relative ease. Bass Heavy Desi Madness! >>> 1:11:55 in

 

  • Herve Ft Cadence Weapon – Roll with the Winners ‘The Main Thing Moombahton Remix’ (Cheap Thrills) - Moombahton is a genre that has built recent momentum thanks to UK producer Dillon Francis. Think bass heavy 4 on the floor dance music produced at around 110 to 115 BPM. Well that’s the rule anyway, but have to admit I find myself speeding it up should the need arise. This track joins other Moombahton tracks that are out there if you look hard enough. Will it take off like Dubstep did? We’ll leave that for another day. Enjoy! >>> 1:17:08 in

 

  • Josh Ft Empire Isis – Achi Ajeeb Ho Tum – (VIP) - I featured a track from their new album ‘Beyond Kismat‘ last time titled ‘Oh Kurieh‘ and couldn’t really go without mentioning this one too. It’s been nearly 5 years since they released their last album ‘Mausam’. Their latest offering is more contemporary, pumped and live as you’ll hear with this track. Desi rock at it’s best yaar!  >>> 1:20:10 in

 

  • Surinder Rattan Ft Metz n Trix – Has Has – (White) - It’s no surprise that House music has had it’s tentacles felt on most mainstream music these days be it urban, rock and in this case Punjabi. Rattan produces an uplifting track that has it all, the build up’s, the big synth riff’s and even gets urban MC’s Metz n Trix to sounding like they’ve just come from a Pop House class with David Guetta. This one’s solid and I like the fact that Desi music is going in this direction with British Asian producers willing to take some risks. Let it all hang out I say >>> 1:32:40 in

 

  • Dj’s Inc Ft Billa Bakshi – Peg Sheg – (White) - Played this out a few weeks back but seems to work more each time I play it. The boys have gone down the Electro route on this and seem to be making a point of moving into all things House.  >>> 1:39:47 in

 

  • Michael Woods – Bullet – (Diffused Music) - Keeping things firmly in the House music territory this one from Woods is MASSIVE! it’s the track you play when you’ve been building things for some time and know that when it drops it will damage the floor. I love the intensity of it and of course the soaring synth lines. House music generally has been a hell of a lot more uplifting in the last year.          >>> 1:44:40 in

 

  • Eddy Woo & Moving Fusion – Jazz Man - ‘Instrumental’ (Mastermind Records) – The original to this has Woo singing over the top of it but I opted to go with the instrumental as I just loved the Jazzy sound to it and of course it worked as a mashup tool for the Shinda tune before it ;) . This is a fresh slab of slick D&B that’s a pleasure to the ears >>> 1:52:54 in

 

Here are the full track listings for Saturday’s Mix:

13.08.11

Bups Saggu, G Money & Jaswinder Daghamia – Chandeh – (moviebox)
Rajeev B feat Jelly Manjitpuri – Daroo – (E3UK Records)
Jassi Sidhu – Has Loh – (moviebox)
PBN Ft Balwinder Bhatti & Gurlej Akhtar – Fitteh Moo – (limitless Records)
Dark MC – Chori Chori – (moviebox)
Foji – Bruah!
Amx Ft Kaka Bhaniawala – Kisi Horh Banereh – (dmc Records)
DJ KHALED FT. DRAKE, RICK ROSS & LIL WAYNE – I’m on one – (?)
Angel ft Nirmal Sidhu – Mukh Tak Ke – (E3UK Records)
Kan D Man – Mera Naa Ki – (white) prod by rude kid!
Simon Nandhra Ft Ishers – Sher Punjabi – (moviebox)
J. Cole – Who Dat – (RToc Nation) album in sep! new artist
Panjabi hit squad – miss sohniye – (major moves)
David Jones – Evelyn – (starlight unlimited)
Safri boys – Phare Punjabi sher – (multitone) from get real!!
JazZstePpa – Naked Lunch – (Studio Rockers)
bikram singh – beyonce – (?)
Maverick Sabre – Let Me Go – ‘Roksonix Remix’ – (white)
Tigerstyle – Kawan – ‘DSB Dubstep Remix’ – (Soldier Sound Recordings)
nindy kaur – 2 seater – (three records)
Herve ft. Cadence Weapon – Roll With The Winners – ‘The Mane Thing Moombahton Remix’ – (cheap thrills)
Josh ft empire Isis – Achi Ajeeb Ho Tum (vip)
kidda – Wanna Be Loved (Benji Boko Remix) – (skint)
Angel ft Jaswinder Daghamia – Billo – (E3UK Records)
Luke Walker – Tough Love – (Gung Ho)
Surinder Rattan Ft Joga & Metz n Trix – Ha Has – (Moviebox) from VCS!!!
Gregory Klosman – Jaws – (dirty dutch)
DJ’s Inc Ft Bakshi Billa – Peg Sheg – (white)
Marco Lys – Go – Prok And Fitch Remix – (rising music)
Michael Woods – Bullet – (Diffused Music)
Sukshinder Shinda – la la la – (moviebox)
Eddy Woo & Moving Fusion – Jazz Man (Intrumental) – (mastermind Records)
Sahil Charaniya – Mein Ek Chor – (white)

 
Aug 18 2011

Sonnyji Presents Progression Sessions # 1

 

When I started DJ’ing it was House music that I bought from the record stores to break in my turntables. I collected Bhangra when I was about 14 onwards but didn’t really start to DJ this genre it till about 17. I played both these sounds side by side and it wasn’t until I started at Shaanti that I started to mix House & Bhangra together.

Along my musical journey I’ve kept my roots in House music as well as other genre’s which means another mix series away from Bhangra was always on the cards. The ‘Progression Sessions’ will allow me to go into many directions and share this journey with you the listener. The first few mixes will go down the House, Techno, Progressive and Nu Disco territory and later mixes will firmly move into D&B, Dubstep and Breaks.

But I don’t wanna put any restrictions on this, I’m just gonna go with what I feel. Granted there won’t be a Bhangra track in sight but that’s what the BMT mixtapes are for  ;)

On these comps expect the most up front dance music alongside some of my old vinyl favourite’s.

All mixes as usual as are LIVE. .. Enjoy!

Sonnyji Presents Progression Sessions # 1 by Sonnyji Muzikk

 
Aug 18 2011

Sonnyji DJ set at ‘Super Jam’, Sence Bar Birmingham – Sun 28th Aug

 

Alright everyone I’ll be DJ’ing at Sence Bar in Birmingham at ‘Superjam’. The date is going to be bank holiday Sunday on the 28th August. Expect what I do on my show at this gig, but I’ll be dropping more Bhangra beats for sure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here’s all the info:

+++ SUPER JAM +++

+ SUNDAY 28th AUGUST ?

+ Venue: Sence Bar
+ Location: Birmingham
+ Time: 9:30pm til 4am
+ Tickets: £6 Limited : £10 Limited : £20 VIP
+ Dress Code: Shirts n Colors : No Trainers
+ Age: Over 18s
+ Hotline: 07871910627 : 07598527480
+ BB Pin: 223A49EA

If You Would Like To Book A Table At Sence Bar For Your Birthday or He Party or Any Kind Of Occasion Call Us On 0787191027

Tickets Available Online On www.CleverTickets.com n www.TheTicketSellers.co.uk ?

 
Aug 18 2011

Sonnyji gets a facelift!

 

I’m in the process of getting sonnyji.com updated. They’ll be more on the site like music, mixes, pics along with information about Sonnyji Sounds. It’s my new Wedding roadshow service that’s going to be launched this year but I am taking bookings for 2012. You can email me on sonnyji80@gmail.com for all enquiries.

 
Aug 01 2011

SJ Picks # 2 – Queen – Take My breath Away – (Universal Int)

 

When I was 15 being like most teenagers I was a sponge to what was happening around me culturally and musically. And then all of a sudden a kid on my school bus plays a track that in that one moment turns my word upside down. This tune was epic, it was huge, it was massive beyond comprehension and was  everything I’d not known previously but what a generation before me had most likely danced, pondered and debated to.

That tune was indeed ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ by the British rock band Queen. From my first listen I knew this band were the real deal and from there on in I started to collate all of Queens’s back catalogue. Even though we are all aware of huge hits’s such as ‘We Will Rock You’, ‘We Are The Champions’, ‘Radio Ga Ga’, ‘Don’t Stop Me now’, Rhapsody etc there is still a plethora of Queen music that has not had the same amount of light shone on it.

I feel this is a shame as much of their early glam rock era circa 1972-78 was absolutley seminal.

I want to share with you a Queen track from this era that I adore. This beautiful piece of music not only elevated Freddie’s great vocals to new heights but also demonstrated how amazing Queen’s backing vocals were in terms of harmony.

Haunting yet beautiful. Enjoy!

Artist – Queen

Track – Take My Breath Away

Album – A Day At The Races

Label – Universal International

 
Jul 21 2011

Jimuzikk Mailout – 21.07.11

 

Hello everybody,

It’s been some time since I sent this mail out but it’s back! So what is Jimuzikk Mailout all about then? Well it’s an update on what’s being played on my weekly mix show
‘The Bhangra Mixtape’

If your not aware the show is a 2 hour non stop mix of the most upfront Bhangra/Punjabi cuts mixed into House, Hip Hop, Dubstep, Funk D&B and a whole lot more. Bhangra music is a very strong form of music and when mixed with the above will create something very special in your ear!

to check out last Saturday’s show just click on the banner

the show will only be online till the next show which is this Saturday 9-11pm.

Ok let’s get to it, in all the show had a total of 31 tracks but I won’t go into each one.

Here’s just a few:

PBN Ft Balwinder Bhatti & Gurlej Akhtar- ‘Fitteh Moo’ - (Limitless Records) PBN is a producer that’s been a firm fixture in the UK Bhangra industry for the last 7 years or so. This Birmingham based producer seems to have the midas touch in creating the kind of Bhangra tracks that get played on most Desi dance floors. This new track doesn’t disappoint and is pretty much back to the now PBN staple sound of uplifting Bhangra production finished off with some catchy vocals from Balwinder & Gurlej. So what are they on about. Well the usual punjabi fair. Wife is not happy with her hubby’s drinking and he promises to buy her a pair of shoes to appease his love. Great track! Check it out on the iplayer 0:05:50 into the show

Lil Amit Ft Kaka Bhaniawala – ‘Nachdi’ – (White) It says in the press release for this new young producer that he’s offering something fresh, new and exciting. Have we heard this before? The holy grail this track isn’t but instead what we have here is a bonafide dance floor banger. One of those Bhangra tracks that fit nicely in your DJ set at a party and everyone who’s dancing didn’t really mind it was played after all. It also features the vocals of the late vocalist Kaka Bhaniwala so that alone should be worth a listen. Just like when Tupac passed I feel we’ll not be hearing the last of Kaka on forthcoming Bhangra tracks for a very very very long time. This is all in all a good track and can see it picking up some pace. Check it out 0:16:50 in

Bups Saggu Ft G Money & jaswinder Daghamia – ‘Chandeh” - (Moviebox) Take Daghamia’s sharp vocals, a stint from MC G money some soaring synth lines a big bad bass line topped with some tough Desi percussion and we have here a big big tune! This is one of those Bhangra tracks that holds a lot of weight in  my opinion and I feel if well known producer Aman hayer had produced it would be bigger than it is. I hope this is released as a single as it’s get all the hallmarks for a great track. Bups Saggu’s album is a well produced, the first single from the album featuring Miss Pooja titled ‘Photo Rakh Ke’ has been massively popular recently. But this track will be in my bag for some time Check it out 0:19.30 in

Taj E & Bee 2 – ‘La Bhangra’ - (The Soundpipe Records) You guessed it La Bamba makes a return but this time with some Bhangra beats for company. This one’s been out for a few weeks now but still sounds great. A great party tune and you have to give it to the guys, they’re trying something that little different Check it out 0:27:50 in

JK – England Nachda – (VIP Records) If your new to Bhangra then let me introduce you to JK. He’s a UK based Punjabi singer who’s been on the UK scene for a couple of years now and has recently dropped his anticipated album ‘Gabru Punjab Dha’. This man’s vocals are so sharp they could cut glass. He’s got a lot of expectation on his shoulders as he’s constantly being compared to another high pitched singer who’s had his fair share of success over the years that man Jazzy B. This track track in particular takes things on a Hip Hip vibe and that’s not surprising considering UK producer Tru Skool is on top of production duties. This is nasty. Turn it up! Check it out 0:33:10 in

The Cool Kids Ft Asher Roth, Chip Tha Ripper & Boldy James – ‘Roll Call’ – (White) If you like old skool Hip Hop production than this one’s got it in droves. A piano hook running over a simple beat while keeping the whole thing together some great MC’ing over the top via Asher Roth et el. This kind of Hip Hop is always a pleasure to listen to as we just don’t get enough of it these days. Check it out 0:37:04 in

Simon Nandhra – ‘Sher Punjabi’ (Moviebox) Simon Nandhra is back with a new album which ahs yet to be released and this is the first single from that album titled “Perfectly Imperfect”. Take from that title what you will but I’ve heard clippings of said album and must say it’s sounding promising. This track in particular features Ishers of the Hunterz collective on vocals and have to say makes a refreshing change compared to the usual suspects. Some great vocals over a driving bass line topped with some tight percussion Check it out 0:42:25 in

Bianco Pich – ‘Pretty’ – (Checktime Records) I think we’ve all seen Pretty Woman haven’t we? Maybe just me then. This is a remix of the title track that featured in that film. A great little house track that stomps all the way through. That very well known guitar riff plays throughout the track with enough breakdowns & percussion to keep things moving. It’s a cheeky one but works well in the mix. Check it out 0:51:20 in

Josh – ‘O Kurieh’ (VIP) Rup Magon & Qurram Hussain make up Josh as they are today. Josh have been around for the best part of 10 years and their sound is a fusion of Punjabi, Qawwali and pop. I always find that Punjabi acts outside of the UK always bring something that little bit worldly to the table. Their new album ‘Beyond Kismat’ is worth a listen and this particular track being one for the summer. Uplifting! Check it out 1:08:00 in

Sonia Panesar – ‘Nachungi’ (Flavashop Records) A guitar hook, some disco influences and just the right amount of funk in the bass line make this track a must play for your next party. Phat Kat features on production while Sonia’s vocals float effortlessly to create something fresh! Check it out 1:12:00 in

Toddla T Ft Roots Manuva - Watch Me Dance (Ninja Tune) I was lucky enough to check out Prince at Hop Farm a few weeks back and in that same week I came across this gem of a track. And no it’s nothing like Prince but it packs a mean punch in the funk department. This track is ridiculously massive! I can’t get enough of it. Another one for that party preferably outside while the sun is shining down on yo ass! Check it out 1:16:30 in

3Mix Ft Navin Kundra – Nach Le (Monstar Music) 3Mix are a boy band that have teamed up with Asian vocalist Navin Kundra to create this piano, synth laden dance track. Truth be told I’ve never heard Navin Kundra sound like this before. Maybe a chance encounter with JK? All in all this is definitely a grower and I can safely say I seem to like it more now then I did when I first heard which can only be a good thing. The ladies are gonna be all over like this like a 12 yr old on Bieber but have to say there’s enough juice in this track to keep the rest of us entertained. Check it out 1:21:00 in

Manish aka X Fader – Bekhabar – (White) This is a great electro tinged Indian/arabic dance track via Birmingham based producer Manish. I don’t know who the vocalist is but I can say it sounds on the money. Check it out 1:25:20 in

Afrojack – Bangduck – ‘Mogui Remix’ – (Wall Recordings) This tune has been bouncing around in dance land for some time from a producer who is quite frankly on it! A remix is there to lift a track and maybe just maybe take the vibe of the original work to another place. Mogui kills it on this remix by leaving in the original lead riff in while he builds further tension via the pads and that epic breakdown. Massive! Check it out 1:38:35 in

Potential Badboy Ft Junior Dangerous – ‘Lock Em Off’ (Ganja Records) Ganja Records pile it on hard with this one, some great D&B vibes here via Potential who’s being a producer since 92 so let’s just say he knows a thing or two about putting together a tune. Junior Dangerous brings the heat on MC’ing duties. This one’s refreshing in that it’s not over produced like a lot of D&B recently Check it Out 1:53:55 in

Below are track listings in full. Click on the banner to listen in full

DJ Dips feat. Garry Sandhu – Tohar – (4 play recordings)
PBN Ft Balwinder Bhatti & Gurlej Akhtar – Fitteh Moo – (limitless records)
Jassi Sidhu – Has Loh – (moviebox)
Kuldeep Purewal – Kehdi Gall Ton Toon Russea Aye – (Kiss Records)
Lil Amit Ft Kaka Bhainiawala – Nachdi – (white)
Bups Saggu, G Money & Jaswinder Daghamia – chandeh – (moviebox)
Aman Hayer Ft Angrej Ali – Nachdi De – (genie records)
Taj e & bee 2 – la bhangra – (the soundpipe records)
Wiz Khalifa feat. Snoop Dogg, Juicy J & T-Pain – Black & Yellow – (Atlantic Records)
JK – England Nachda – (vip rcords)
The Cool Kids Ft Asher Roth, Chip Tha Ripper & Boldy James – Roll Call – (white)
Simon Nandhra – Sher Punjabi – (moviebox)
DJ Sanj Vs Balwinder Safri – Challan Pakhiyan – (moviebox) – original not remix
Bianco Pich – Pretty – Extended Mix – (checktime Records)
Joga – jandi – (Hi-Tech)
Doneao – ‘Check My Swagger Out’ – (Mike Delinquent Remix) – (Zephron)
Josh – O Kurieh – (vip)
Sonia panesar – Nachungi – (Flavashop Records)
Toddla T Ft Roots Manuva – Watch Me Dance – (ninja tune)
3Mix Ft Navin Kundra – NACH LE (MASTERED) – (monstar music)
Manish aka X Fader – Bekhabar – (white)
Malkit Singh – tootak – (osa)
Tambour Battant – ANIMALS (Original Mix) – (Chateau Bryant)
Angel ft Jaswinder Daghamia – Billo – (E3UK Records)
Afro jack – Bangduck – ‘Moguai Remix’ – (wall recordings)
DJ Vix & Shin DCS – Ah Chak Bottal [ReVix] – (Moviebox)
David Jones, Aqua Diva – Thriller – Aqua Diva Mix – (starlight)
AmX – Ni Goreh Rang Utteh – (dmc records)
Potential Badboy ft. Junior Dangerous – Lock Em Off – (Ganga Records)
J. Skillz – mankeh – (kamlee records)
Intelligent Manners & Command Strange – Groover – (LDNB Music)

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Jul 12 2011

SONNYJi Live DJ Set at Leicester Mela 10.07.11 – Recorded Live

 

I just posted the youtube video of my performance at Leicester Mela and after a few requests for the whole set via audio here it is.

Crowd estimate for the Mela in the end ranged from 20 to 40,000.

This is the stage recording of the whole set so the sound recording isn’t great but you get an idea of the vibe. Check out the youtube video >here< to see went down. Tommy Sandhu (Breakfast presenter) and Noreen Khan (Drivetime) both introduce my set.

Tracklisting for the Mix

1. Imran Khan – Amplifier – ‘DJ Unkz Mix’ – (White)
2. Tinie Tempah Vs Ricky Bhalla – Pass Out The Dance – ‘DJ Sarj Mix’
3. Giddah Vs Doom Night – ‘DJ RKS Mix’ (White)
4. Beyonce – Run This World (Girls) – ‘Superchumbo Mix’ – (White)
5. DJ Sanj Ft Safri – Challan Pakhiyan – ‘Remix’ (Moviebox)
6. Swedish House Mafia – One – (EMI)
7. Imran Khan – Chak Glass – (Prestige Records)
8. Chris Brown & Benny Benassi – Beautiful People – ‘Disco Fried Mix’ – (Jive Records)
9. PMC – Moorni – (PMC Records)
10. Taj E & Bee 2 – La La Bhangra – (The Soundpipe Records)
11. Groove Armada – Shakin That Ass – “Gheewala Remix” – (White)
12. Bianco Pich – Pretty – (Checktime Records)

SONNYJi Live DJ Set at Leicester Mela 10.07.11 – Bootleg Recording by Sonnyji Muzikk

 
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