A blog about world and global music from a guy who co-hosts the KUNM Global Music Show, 89.9 FM Albuquerque/Santa Fe, http://www.kunm.org. I post one song a day, with reflections on the music, life, and whatever else comes into my mind.
Monday, February 16, 2015
Ringing it Up: A.R. Rahman, Alka Yagnik and Ila Arun with "Ringa Ringa"
We go to India today for the random tune from a hit movie. Ringa Ringa by A.R. Rahman, Alka Yagnik & Ila Arun was one of the memorable songs from the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack. A.R. Rahman is an Indian composer, musician, singer-songwriter, producer and philanthropist. He is notable for integrating Eastern classical music with electronic music, world music and traditional orchestral arrangements. He has also won two Academy Awards and two Grammies for his work. Alka Yagnik is a noted Indian playback singer whose career has spanned three decades. Ila Arun is a popular Indian actress and Rajasthani folk and folk/pop singer. Ringa Ringa can be found on the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack (2008).
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