Faraz Haider – Andher (KM Album Review)

September 20, 2010

By Hasan Faridi Only after the release of a video packed with astounding effects and a brand new album named Andher, a solo artist named Faraz Haider has been stealing some of the spotlight. Faraz Haider began to take interest in music from as early as 13, heavily influenced from artists like Michael Jackson. The […]

Introducing the Metal Asia Compilation

July 14, 2010

When Metal music in the Middle East Is mentioned, it normally brings surprise and disbelief. Little do people know, the Middle East has a growing scene of music. Not the usual Bollywood, but Metal. A roster named Metal Asia are working on bringing out one of the best compilations coming out of the Asia Region […]

UREED – Aaeina (KM Album Review)

By Hasan Faridi After the mood swinging number named “Chahat” and various bits and piece releases, Ureed are back with a new album called Aaeina. It has been a long wait, but definitely worth it. Ureed is an Arabic term and means “Desire”. Eddie takes care of the lyrics and composition, while Jonathon masters the […]

The Kominas – Escape To Blackout Beach (Album Review)

By Hasan Faridi We’ve all heard the sarcastic but notorious name of The Kominas. Hailing from Boston, MA, the famed Islamic punk rockers are back with the 7-track Escape To Blackout Beach. The Kominas means ‘the scoundrels’ and compromises of Basim Usmani, Imran Malik and Shahjehan Khan. The band is considered to be one of […]

Salman Ahmad – Rock & Roll Jihad (KM Album Review)

June 7, 2010

By Hasan Faridi Behind the violence and daily struggles that undergo throughout Pakistan, one of the most popular Pakistani rock musician, Salman Ahmad, is now in the spotlight with a brand new album, Rock & Roll Jihad. Each day of Salman Ahmad’ life has been a chapter in a new book. Being raised in a […]

I See Insanity – False Gods (Single Review)

May 23, 2010

by Hasan Faridi Ear-pounding aggression, one characteristic of thrash metal. Hailing from Islamabad, Pakistan, the band named I See Insanity, or otherwise known as ISI, brings with it a unique sound that strikes listeners with awe as they listen to the raging track “False Gods”. The band consists of Ali on vocals and bass, Hasham […]

Azal – Saari Duniya Hill Jayegi (Single Review)

May 13, 2010

by Hasan Faridi It’s not anything new when a band comes out in favour for Pakistani cricket. It’s all been done before by the likes of sensations CALL and Strings. But now rockers named Azal have hit the Stadium to show what its all about. Signed by Times Music of India, Fire Records of Pakistan […]

Karavan – Saara Jahan (Album Review)

May 6, 2010

As almost 6 years painfully pass while fans wait for more news from a big group, expectations of a comeback diminishes. Even 6 years is a long time for bands in Pakistan, and its rare to find a group that has kept a strong foot in the ground. But now the influential group named Karavan […]

Annie’s Leaked Album Review

by Hasan Faridi Track leaks are normally godsends, but it’s a sticky situation with Pakistani Pop Singer Annie where people are feeling a mix of confusion, shock and awe. Most of Annie’s upcoming album hasn’t even been scheduled for release, yet most of it has made its way over the Internet by an unidentified sneaky […]

ICU – Rebound (Single Review)

April 27, 2010

By Hasan Faridi Say Pak-Pop-Punk 5 times aloud really fast, the genre you may describe when listening to Pakistani band ICU’s new released track entitled “Rebound”. The band ICU has hit the scene again after “Chuhay”, with their infectious, humorous and eccentric music. You may think ICU comes from “I See You”, but supposedly it […]