Recently Irfan had the pleasure of interviewing one of the best up and coming stars on the desi music scene at the moment, East London's own 'SK1.' He is the man behind the vocals for the mega hit tune 'Tera Style' which was the highlight of their debut album Sugar Shak.
1) How did you get into the music industry, basically how did it all start for you?
I have been singing since my child hood but in 2001 I signed with Frantonic music ltd.
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2) So how's work on you're new album going? Any ideas when it's going to be coming out and who is going to be featuring on it?
I like to keep my music original, real and new. The album will release in March featuring Blackburn's finest MC Nas T with the J.K.D. I have 3 dance numbers with live dhol, 2 garage tracks, 2 RnB tracks and 1 folk song.
3) You smashed it with the tune 'Tera style' which i have to say is one of my all time favourite tunes as it's just so funky and unique. Have you received much praise for that tune?
Well Tera style and Lagiaan have been a smash hit. T-series India heard the song and they liked it so much that they released my album worldwide (sk1-tera style). |
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4) What is your top three all time bhangra tunes?
I really like the song by Apache Indian and subs (Teri Toor) and i also enjoy listening to Pakistani bhangra.
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5) Which artists would you most like to work with, on the bhangra scene?
One of my good friends is Bally Jagpal, Jassi and So Solid Singh, so wouldn't mind working with them.
6) Do you think is going to maintain it's success in the mainstream? Will you ever release anything in the mainstream?
The music to my last album was by the liquid cru and Rajan Bawa (bollywood music dir). The forthcoming album is by J.KD. (Blackburn). Wouldn't mind the mainstream market.
7) Are you still with the label Frantonic? If so, have you not had any offers from bigger labels or is it more the case that you don't want to go to a bigger |
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label, if so why not?
I have signed a contract with Frantonic Ltd (3 albums). I would love to work freelance in the future. |
8) Who do you think is dominating bhangra industry currently?
Western music, I believe an album should have the western influence. My albums are for all ages.
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9) Moving on to what makes you as an artist - your performances. Do you enjoy performing everywhere, or do you have a specific favourite venue where you just cherish the atmosphere?
I am not a gigs artist. I only perform in events and concerts. Every 6 months I have booking in Denmark, Holland and Spain (star promotions). |
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10) Do you have any final message for the thousands of desitunes4u visitors worldwide?
If you have an ambition, if you have a dream never give up. SK1 loves you. Believe in yourself. Keep it real. Buy original stop piracy.
That concludes the interview, firstly a big thanks to SK1 for taking some time out to do the interview. Their new album is out soon make sure you buy that as it promises to be another quality release from the 'jhelem crew' as they like to call themselves! If you want to e-mail them direct then you can at mundajus4u@hotmail.com now!!
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