The Best of Bollywood
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Now that Bollywood (Bombay-plus-Hollywood--an affectionate nickname for India's terrifyingly productive film industry) has finally gone mainstream in the West (Bride and Prejudice, Monsoon Wedding), many American listeners are curious to know more about the genre's extremely busy soundtrack singers. Club-goers are already primed by Bhangra nights, but for the uninitiated, the high-pitched female voices, loosey-goosey chorales, and wild-and-wooly instrumentals may take some getting used to. However, anyone willing to make the effort will be quickly rewarded. This compilation is a great place to start as it is well-produced and fairly typical of the genre at its best. Among the male singers, Kishore Kumar is well accounted for. Of the big female names, Lata Mangeshkar is represented but her even-more-famous sister, Asha Bhosle, is not. But Chitra, who sounds like an Indian Dolly Parton, almost makes up for her absence. Anyone who wants to know still more about this most flagrantly hedonistic of musical styles is directed to the exhaustively annotated Rough Guide To Bollywood and Manteca's delightful I Love Bollywood. --Christina Roden
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The Best of Bollywood
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- It depends on what you're expecting.
- beautiful songs
- Its all about the music
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The Best of Bollywood
Various Artists
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ASIN: B0000931PU
Release Date: 2003-05-06 |
Tracks:
- Pyar Do Par Lo - Sapna
- Laila O Laila - Kanchan
- Tere Sang Pyar Main - Lata Mangeshkar
- Hey Maine - Lata Mangeshkar
- Pal Bhar Ke Liye - Kishore Kumar
- Ye Raatain - Lata Mangeshkar
- Dil Aaj Shair Hai - Kishore Kumar
- Wada Na Tod - Lata Mangeshkar
- Mehbooba Mehbooba - Rahul Dev Burman
- Kaahe Chhed - Kavita Krishnamurthy
- Hum Tumhen Chahte Hain - Anand
- Badi Mushkil - Alka Yagnik
- Kehna Hi Kya - Chitra
- Do Pyaar - Sonu Nigham
- Chori Chori - Alka Yagnik
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Now that Bollywood (Bombay-plus-Hollywood--an affectionate nickname for India's terrifyingly productive film industry) has finally gone mainstream in the West (Bride and Prejudice, Monsoon Wedding), many American listeners are curious to know more about the genre's extremely busy soundtrack singers. Club-goers are already primed by Bhangra nights, but for the uninitiated, the high-pitched female voices, loosey-goosey chorales, and wild-and-wooly instrumentals may take some getting used to. However, anyone willing to make the effort will be quickly rewarded. This compilation is a great place to start as it is well-produced and fairly typical of the genre at its best. Among the male singers, Kishore Kumar is well accounted for. Of the big female names, Lata Mangeshkar is represented but her even-more-famous sister, Asha Bhosle, is not. But Chitra, who sounds like an Indian Dolly Parton, almost makes up for her absence. Anyone who wants to know still more about this most flagrantly hedonistic of musical styles is directed to the exhaustively annotated Rough Guide To Bollywood and Manteca's delightful I Love Bollywood. --Christina Roden
Customer Reviews:
bollywood.......2007-01-04
I love all music. I especially love music that makes me want to get up and dance. Bollywood takes me from want to shake my groove to the introspective relaxed mode
It depends on what you're expecting........2006-05-21
I fell in love with Bhangra, so I ventured over to Bollywood for a similar flavor. Bollywood has a much different feel than does Bhangra. The beats and musical arrangement are more similar to Western culture than are Bhangra, so I was pleased with the presentation, but found that I am much more of a Bhangra fan. I enjoy travelling musically away from Western sounds. Bollywood lacks the hard dohl beat of Bhangra, but does hang on to the cultural echos of India. I do enjoy my Bollywood album, but I still favor my Bhangra favorites. If you haven't tried Bhangra and you do enjoy Bollywood, try Bhangra's Punjab collection. You won't be disappointed.
beautiful songs.......2006-01-03
I am a fan of Indian music, and this cd offered fun singalong songs. They are very catchy and pretty. All the songs are my personal favorites. This music is not the same, to me, as the music of Ravi Shankar and other more traditional Indian artists. These songs have more of a western structure, with the 4/4 beats and the verse/chorus pattern. I recommend this cd to anybody looking for the 'typical', romanticized Indian sound that they might have heard here in the West.
Its all about the music.......2004-07-05
Everyone knows the best thing about Bollywood is the music. This is a fun collection across time of some popular songs. I like most of the older songs the best, but there are a couple of exceptions. This is a really broad selections that soungs best with the volume turned up. Feel free to sing along (um...its probably for the best that I don't speak hindi anyway).
Standout songs: Laila o laila, wada na tod, badi mushkil, pyar do pyar lo, hay maine
HINDI SONGS.......2004-06-10
HUM TUM
CHORI CHORI CHUPKE CHUPKE
KAL HO NAA HO
MAIN HOO NAA
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- From the source
- A timeless classic (is that a paradox?)
- The One and Only Asha Bhosle
- sustaining voice
- One of the most recorded voices in history...
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Best of Asha Bhosle: The Golden Voice of Bollywood
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ASIN: B000050XHR
Release Date: 2001-02-12 |
Tracks:
- In Aankhon Ki Masti
- Yeh Hai Reshmi Zulfon Ka Andhera
- O Mera Sona - Asha Bhosle, Mohammed Rafi
- Dum Maro Dum - Asha Bhosle, ,
- Jaiye Aap Kahan Jayense
- Do Iafzon Ki Hai Dil Ki Kahani
- Aao Huzoor Tum Ko
- Chura Liya Hai Tum Ne - Asha Bhosle, Mohammed Rafi
- Raaton Ko Chori Chori
- Jab Tax Rahe
- Pardo Mein Rahne Do
- Lekar Ham Diwana Dil - Asha Bhosle, Kishore Kumar
- Kalyanji Speaks/Yeh Mera Dil Yaar Ka Diwanna
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Album Details
A Unique Compilation from Asha Bhosle, the Celebrated Queen of Bollywood, the Hotbed of Indian Films. Recently Highlighted by Cornershop's 'Brimful of Asha,' plus Collaborations with Boy George. Beautifully Packaged with Sleeve Notes. Tracks Include: 'Ab to Mile Hai' from the Film 'Caravan'; 'Yeh Hai Reshmi Zulfon Ka andhera' from the Film 'Mere Sanam'; 'Do Lafzon Ki Hai Dil Ki Kahani' from the Film 'The Great Gambler.'
Customer Reviews:
From the source.......2007-01-12
Asha Bhosle is a name becoming more familiar in the west with the growing fashionability of Bollywood movies. Bhosle was one of the first and certainly one of the most prolific and successful singers of the songs which punctuate most Bollywood product. She was never seen, however, the stars of the movies mimed on screen to her recorded voice. This collection is a good one for the curious and anyone new to the genre: it's a broad selection and it slush and often crazy arrangements are typical of Bollywood at its best (or worst, depending on your point of view). It makes a good companion and comparison piece to her collaboration with Kronos Quartet.
A timeless classic (is that a paradox?).......2004-07-05
My first foray into Bollywood also proved to be my most enduring favorite. What a beautiful voice! Its uplifting and dramatic and rhythmic and brilliant. I don't speak a word of hindi, but that's okay. I recommend this without reservations to anyone interested in this type of music...even those that aren't.
Standout songs: o mera sona, dum maro dum, chura liya hai tum ne, lekar ham diwana di...really I like all of them
The One and Only Asha Bhosle.......2004-04-16
Finding mere words to describe the talent of Asha Bhosle is an amazingly difficult task. The collection of songs in this album represents only the tip of the iceberg for a singer whose incredible range and outstanding versatility have been widely acknowledged throughout the globe. This legendary singer,the one and only Asha Bhosle, is simply the best! Go ahead, hear her for yourself!
Simboonath Singh
Michigan, USA
sustaining voice.......2003-12-23
the collection is average for an indian like me, who has been hearing countless beautiful songs by her, now vampy, now wispy, now delicate, now demanding, now the empress, now the soul, now the sorrow.....what not from her. it could have helped for non-indians to appreciate her magic including songs like Mera kuch saman- fm ijazat, phir se aaiyo, kaali haath sham aaye, gaa mere man gaa, etc.
if anyone wants to savour her songs...listen to her with your eyes closed..or not...she will enchant you with her magic...yes for me...magic of the voice is asha bhosle.
One of the most recorded voices in history..........2003-11-04
Asha Bhosle has the distinction of being one of the most recorded voices in human history. The output of the Indian film industry helped make this possible (India produces far more movies per year than Hollywood ever has, the vast majority of which are musicals). Bhosle has been singing over five decades and has recorded thousands of tracks. The task of reducing this staggering ouvre down into 14 songs must have been daunting and painful. Still, this CD stands as a good introduction to one of humanity's most prolific singers. The differences between the decades can be heard, and the variety of styles and ranges is amazing. The CD gatefold includes more information about Bhosle's legacy and what sets her apart from other Bollywood singers. Many of the songs on this CD will stick in your head after a single listen. "Dum Maro Dum" is a hard one to shake once it's heard. Though this might not be the best introduction to Indian film music in general, it's likely the best introduction of one of the genre's best known performers.
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- A very well thought out compilation
- One of the best set of collections
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The Very Best Bollywood Songs, Vol. 2
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Release Date: 2002-02-28 |
Tracks:
- Chalo Chale Mitwa [Nayak]
- Dil to Pagal Hai
- Mitwa [Lagaan]
- Pyar Hua Chupke Se [1942: Love Story]
- Nazar Ke Samne [Aashiqui]
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- In Aankhon Ki Masti [Umrao Jaan]
- Tu Kahe Agar [Andaz]
- Aaj Phir Jeene Ki [Guide]
- O Mere Sona [Teesri Manzil]
- Yeh Dosti Hum Nahin [Sholay Mix]
- Zindagi Ek Safar [Andaz]
- Papa Kehte Hain [Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak]
- Sona Sona [Major Saab]
- Jooma Chumma de De [From Hum]
Album Details
Great compilation, gathering popular Bollywood movie tunes.
Customer Reviews:
A very well thought out compilation.......2005-12-22
I have had this playing in the background at dinner parties, I've listened to it alone, in the car. It caters to any ear, and the tracks have been so carefully selected, you can't help but think that this was a labour of love for whoever put it together.
As someone who is Indian but doesn't listen to Indian music that much, I found this a compilation full of nostalgia and it remains mainstream without ever getting cheesy. Not an easy trick to pull off.
For anyone for whom Hindi is not their mother tongue, the innocence of Bollywood music through 3 decades combined with instruments that are not often heard in western music will draw you in. Of that I am sure. There isn't a duff tune in this compilation. Buy it - you will not be dissapointed!
One of the best set of collections.......2004-04-17
The best collection of songs right from 70s to the 90s. Each of these songs had been the greatest hits during the period of their release. Still good to reminisce with these songs. These songs all in an album bridge the gap to a smooth transition
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Best of Bollywood
Various Artists
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ASIN: B000BVXBTU
Release Date: 2007-05-14 |
Tracks:
- Who Haseen Dard De Do
- Bara Krana P
- Explorations
- Jawani Janeman
- Aao Twist Karen
- Tere Mukhde De Utte Kala
- Bichuda
- Bhor Bhaye Panchi
- Flights Of Fantasy
- Bhavariya
- Kar Le Pyar Kar Le
- Megha Chhaye Aadhi
- Koi Aaye Aane Bhi
- Ina Mina Dika
- Maine Dil Se Kaha
- Zindagi Is Tarah
- Vidai
- Oh Sahibaa
- Kaho Na Kaho
- Kil Ko Hazar Bar
- Guzar Na Jave
- Bheegey Hont Tere
- Khoobsurat
- Streets Of Calcutta
- Sadi Juti Diyan Nookan
- Chand Mera Dil
- Yeh Mera Dil Yaar Ka Diwa
- Deep Kuriyan
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Best of Bollywood
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Bmg
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ASIN: B00005N53S
Release Date: 2001-08-06 |
Tracks:
- Didi Tera Devar Deewana [From Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!] - S.P. Balasubramanyam, Lata Mangeshkar
- Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna [From Dilwale Dulhania le Jayenge] - Lata Mangeshkar,
- Dil to Pagal Hai [From Dil to Pagal Hai] - Lata Mangeshkar,
- Mehandi Mehandi [From Chori Chori Chupke Chupke] - Jaspinder Narula
- Dulhe Ka Sehra [From Dhadkan]
- Kuchh Na Kaho [From 1942 - A Love Story] - Kumar Sanu
- Khamoshiyan Gungunane Lagi [From One 2 Ka 4] - Lata Mangeshkar, Sonu Nigam
- Ke Ghar Kab Aaoge [from Border to Line Mix] - Sonu Nigam, Roop Kumar Rathod
- Raat Ki Hatheli Par [From Refugee] - Udit Narayan
- Bahut Pyar Karte Hain [From Saajan] - Anuradha Paudwal
- Joote Dedo, Praise Lelo [From Hum Aapke Hain Koun] - Lata Mangeshkar
- Ruk Ja O Dil Deewane [From Dilwale Dulhania le Jayenge] - Udit Narayan
Tracks:
- Chaiyya Chaiyya [From Dil Se] - Dil Se
- Ek Ladki Ko Dekha [From 1942 - A Love Story] - Kumar Sanu
- Dil Ne Yeh Kaha Hain Dil Se [From Dhadkan] - Udit Narayan
- Kehna Hi Kya [From Bombay]
- Dekhne Walon Ne [From Chori Chori Chupke Chupke] - Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik
- Dekha Hai Pehli Baar [From Saajan]
- Mera Dil Bhi Kitna Pagal Hai [From Saajan] - Alka Yagnik
- Kitni Bechain Hoke [From Kasoor] - Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik
- Pehla Pehla Pyar [From Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!]
- Panchhi Nadiyan Pawan Ke Jhoken [From Refugee] - Sonu Nigam, Alka Yagnik
- Tu Hi Re [From Bombay] - Hariharan, Kavita Krishnamurthy
- Tujhe Dekha To [From Dilwale Dulhania le Jayenge] - Lata Mangeshkar, Kumar Sanu
- Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai [From Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai] - Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik
Album Description
UK compilation of 25 massive Bollywood movie tracks featuring 'Didi Tera Devar Deewana', & 'Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna'. BMG. 2001.
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The Best of Lucky Ali
Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B0001M2FIW |
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1. O Sanam Sifar 2. Aa Bhi Jaa Sur 3. Dekha Hai Aise Bhi Sifar 4. Gori Teri Ankhen Gori Teri Ankhen 5. Tere Mere Saath Aks 6. Mil Jaan Se Kabhi Sifar 7. Tu Kaun Hai Bhopal Express 8. Kitni Haseen Zindagi Aks 9. Nahi Rakhta Sifar 10. Kaisi Tanhai Aks 11. Dil Aise Na Samajhna - Sifar
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Best of Bollywood
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Castle/Pulse
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ASIN: B00008YGWH
Release Date: 2003-07-28 |
Tracks:
- Zindagi Ka Safar [From Safar]
- Musafir Hoon Yaron [From Parichay]
- Mere Dil Mein [From Daag]
- O Maajire [From Kushboo]
- O Sathire [From Muqaddar Ka Sikandar]
- Aariya Ja [From Kunwara Baap]
- Dil Kya Kare [From Julie]
- Koi Hum Dum [From Jhumroo]
- Agar Tum Na Hote [From Agar Tum Na Hote]
- Hame Thumse [From Khudrat]
- Mere Bhigi Bhigi [From Anamika]
- Tum Bin [From Pyar Ka Mausam]
- Yeh Kya Huva [From Amar Prem]
- Mere Naina [From Mehbooba]
Album Details
The Ultimate Tribute to Kishore Kumar.
Customer Reviews:
Big disappointment..........2003-10-24
These are not songs sung by Kishore Kumar. The singer has done a very good job, but I thought these are real movie songs by Kishore Kumar.
Generally all songs are slower compared to the tempo of original songs.
I am planning to return the CD - I wonder if Amazon takes music CDs back?
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The Best of Mohammed Rafi
Manufacturer: universal
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ASIN: B0009ZEMUA |
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1. TERE NAAM KA DIWANA
2. MERA MAN TERA PYASA
3. TERE MERE SAPNE
4. MAINE POOCHHA CHAND SE
5. MUJHSE BHALA YEH KAJAL
6. O MERI MEHBOOBA MEHBOOBA
7. TUMSA NAHIN DEKHA
8. YUNHI TUM MUJHSE BAAT KARTI HO
(with Lata Mangeshkar)
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10.CHAUDVIN KA CHAND HO
11.JO WADA KIYA WOH
12.JOHN JANI JANARDAN
13.DUHANI RAAT DHAL CHUKE
14.SAU SAAL PEHLE(With Krishna
Murkherjee)
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The Best of Bollywood: The Gold Collection
Various Artists
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ASIN: B0002IJ8KI
Release Date: 2004-07-26 |
Tracks:
- Rang Rang (From Bollywood Hollywood)
- Sooni Hawa (From Bollywood Hollywood)
- Dil Kabootarkhana Hai (From Bollywood Hollywood)
- Sona Sona Roop Hai (From Bollywood Hollywood)
- Aankhen Bhi Hoti Hai Dil Ki Zuban (From Haasil)
- Aankhon Mein Tumhari (From Haasil)
- Zindagi Ko Nayi Zindagi (From Haasil)
- Kisi Ne Mera (From Haasil)
- Sun Mere Mahiya (From Wah Wah Ramji)
- Aaja Dildaara (From Wah Wah Ramji)
- Wah Wah Ramji (From Wah Wah Ramji)
- Dececmber Ka Mahina (From Wah Wah Ramji)
- Ek To Baarish (From Wah Wah Ramji)
- Jeele Peele (From Wah Wah Ramji)
- Pyar Hone Laga (From Khel)
- Kiya Hai Jadoo (From Khel)
- Sharrata (From Khel)
- Chori Chori (From Khel)
- Tumko Kitna Hai Pyar (From Khel)
- Paisa Vasool (From Paisa Vasool)
- Demand (From Paisa Vasool)
- Rukte Chalte (From Paisa Vasool)
- Bindas (From Paisa Vasool)
- Laila Laila (From Samay)
- Samay Theme (From Samay)
- Aaj Ki Raat (From Samay)
- Man Hunt (From Samay)
- Zindagi (From Samay)
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Bombay/mumbai Films have Rocked the World and this is the Best Collection Ever. Includes the Original Soundtrack to "Bollywood Hollywood" and Five Other Films.
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