Coke Studio launches the fifth episode from Season 11

Coke Studio proudly released the fifth episode from Season 11 titled ‘MAUJ’ featuring “Malang” by Sahir Ali Bagga and Aima Baig, “Daastan-e-Moomal Rano” by The Sketches featuring Faqir Zulfiqar and Bhagat Bhooro Laal, and “Dil Hai Pakistani” by Mangal, Darehan, Shayan and Ali Azmat. Produced by Zohaib Kazi and Ali Hamza, episode five of Coke Studio’s eleventh chapter will be aired on all major television channels, radio stations and will be available online at www.cokestudio.com.pk. 

Episode Five features Sahir Ali Bhagga, Aima Baig, The Sketches, Faqir Zulfiqar, Bhagat Bhooro Laal, Mangal, Darehan Khan, Shayan Khan and Ali Azmat.

Much like the name suggests, “Malang” raves about passion as the ultimate expression of love. The complimentary energies of Sahir Ali Bagga and Aima Baig in this track give a whole new dimension to the momentum at play. Coupled with the mirthful claps, the song welcomes you to its relentlessly upbeat soundscape. As the sonic build-up swings with the vocal harmonies and its arrangement, it casts the net even wider with the Bansuri and its sporadic Banjo beats. A modern adaption of Saraiki folk classic, “Malang’s” diverse musical elements and the zesty groove makes for a spellbinding festive mix.

“Dastaan-e-Moomal Rano” is a dauntless statement on modern folk-music experience from the poetic journal of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai. Like Moomal Rano’s romantic tragedy, the track’s composition mirrors a theatrical tale filled with rich soulful vocals of Saif Samejo and Bhooro Laal’s Bhagati (devotee) trill. The musical landscape is explored in depth, capturing the true essence of Sindhi folk with the sound of Narr and the chanting beats of Kartal. “Dastaan-e-Moomal Rano” engages one with the folklore of Moomal and Rano and the enticing yet, complicated side of desire.

“Dil Hai Pakistani” is a tribute to the simplicity of native Balochis. It opens with the deep, cyclic overtone vocals of Mangal spread on the rhythmic beat of the Damboora as he describes the universal emotions of beauty and love. The sound fades only to soar again with Ali Azmat’s composition that has been inspired by the Balochi compositions. As the anthem-like rhythm builds up against the jagged guitar riff, the shifting tempos bust open a parallel musical world. Penned by Ali Azmat and one of the most respected lyricists of the last decade, Sabir Zafar, “Dil Hai Pakistani” is an homage to the passion of Pakistanis.

For more information, keep yourself logged on to www.cokestudio.com.pk or facebook.com/cokestudio and look for the hashtag #CokeStudio11 to follow the Coke Studio journey.

Coke Studio Season 11 – Episode 5 Credits

Dastaan-e-Moomal Rano

The Sketches ft. Fakir Zulfiqar and Bhagat Bhooro Laal, Coke Studio 11, Episode 5

Coke Studio Season 11

Produced & Directed by Zohaib Kazi and Ali Hamza

Lyrics by
Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai

Composed by

Saif Samejo, Ashfaque Ahmed

Houseband:

Babar Khanna (Dholak)

Kami Paul (Drums)

Kamran “Mannu” Zafar (Bass)

Omran “Momo” Shafique (Guitars)

Rufus Shahzad (Keyboards)

Additional Instrumentation:

Haniya Aslam (Bağlama)

Fakir Zulfiqar (Narr)

Bhagat Bhooro Laal (Ektara and Khartaal)

Malang

Sahir Ali Bagga and Aima Baig, Coke Studio 11, Episode 5

Coke Studio Season 11

Produced & Directed by Zohaib Kazi and Ali Hamza

Lyrics by

Malang
Imran Raza
Chan Kitthan
Traditional Folk

Composed by

Sahir Ali Bagga

Backing Vocalist

Shahab Hussain

Wajiha Naqvi

Mehr Qadir

Houseband:

Babar Khanna (Dholak)

Kami Paul (Drums)

Kamran “Mannu” Zafar (Bass)

Omran “Momo” Shafique (Guitars)

Rufus Shahzad (Keyboards)

Additional Instrumentation:

Ustaad Tanveer Hussain (Banjo)

Hyder Ali (Acoustic Guitar)

Dil Hai Pakistani

Ali Azmat, Mangal, Darehan and Shayan, Coke Studio 11, Episode 5

Coke Studio Season 11

Produced & Directed by Zohaib Kazi and Ali Hamza

Lyrics by

Dil Hai Pakistani
Sabir Zafar
Nar Sur Verse
Mangal

Composed by

Ali Azmat, Mangal, Darehan & Shayan

Backing Vocalist

Shahab Hussain

Wajiha Naqvi

Mehr Qadir

Houseband:

Babar Khanna (Dholak)

Kami Paul (Drums)

Kamran “Mannu” Zafar (Bass)

Omran “Momo” Shafique (Guitars)

Rufus Shahzad (Keyboards)