Kanmani on iTunes USA

The first sales outlet. Thanks to apple.

For those in USA can download Kanmani from iTunes. iTunes requires you to install the iTunes software. You can download and listen to the songs on the PC/Mac. iTunes will also allow you to make an audio CD.

For those who needs the packaged CD, I'll have it available on sale on the album site in a couple of weeks.

Thanks for all your support.

Rain Rain go away

I literally sang this rhyme while shooting Kunnimanikal. Because it either rained or was overcast all the 5 days of shooting.

For the 11 weeks I have been here, there has not been more than 7 days of total sunshine. I guess the mood will work. One of my friends said that for Malayalees, rain brings those nostalgic memories to us. This video needs all the nostalgia it can muster up. I'll know for sure when it gets to the editing table.

Today, let me present you the three actors in the video. They are real thespians. They come with plenty of stage experience. My method of work was new to them but they all enjoyed the work and in this short time, we had become very close friends. Here is Surendran, Sunil and Sajeevan.


Here are their counter parts (not in that order). Don't let the rustic appearance fool you. These are sharp kids. They all CAN act. I just needed to guide and tone them down a little. They are all 1st prize winners of the state youth festival drama competition.

Here is Arun, Shyam and Sandeep. Arun is also the winner of the best actor in state level.

Shooting Kunnimanikal

The past 4 days has been tiring.. shooting Kunnimanikal with a small crew. One more day of shoot left. We've had nothing but rain and overcast days in the past few days. I am praying for a clear day tomorrow. The cast and plot is quite extensive. The video tells the tale of 3 friends. How they meet in 2007 and how events that transpired 20 years ago rejuvenates their friendship.

The story is set in 2 periods 2007 ans 1987. It was quite a challenge finding a place and actors (3 adults and 3 kids) in a short duration. But like I said, an invisible hand has been helping us all through out.

Here is the first photo from the set. Thats me. The person who is totally exhausted after leading a one man army.

I'll introduce the actors one by one. All the adult actors are stage performers and very passionate about the art. The kids are 1st prize winners in the State Drama competition. It has been a pleasure working with them.

Kanmani: Phase 2

While the struggle to put Kanmani on shelves still goes on.. Video number 2 is under production. Its a very different song. Dont expect glamour and puppy lovein it. Thats what Kanmani song was all about. This one, once completed will be total emotional piece. Set in a village. Performed by thespians. Kunnimanikal will be ready to go in about a month.

For folks in USA, Kanmani will be available for purchase on www.albumkanmani.com in about 2 weeks.

Happy Onam everyone.

Kanmani Video in ACV Jukebox and Medley.

Kanmani song is now available on Jukebox and Medley channels. Apparently it is also available in Jukebox Plus.

Most of the major centers already have it. The rest of them will have it by Monday. It some times takes time for the video to reach the centers by courier. If you have access to these channels please pick up the phone and select the song. It helps us a lot. The video will be available inside Music Videos -> Album Hits.
Once the song list starts, press # to go forward in the menu. Press * to go back.

Thank you all.

Meet Bennet

One thing you'll notice in the song Kadal are the beautiful guitar lines and its my privilege to introduce the genius behind it.

Bennet was described as "the lean mean rock machine" by a radio documentary by AIR. But Bennet is much more than a rock musician. This young musician's uncanny sense oif rhythm, dazzling tonal colors. rich flowing melody lines and interesting chord progressions have truly enriched Malayalam Film music beyond measure.

Bennet has penned music for the Malayalam movies Out of Syllabus and Soorya Kireedam. The songs in out of syllabus has won the hearts of malayalees and won a state award (2006) for best lyrics. Besides feature films Bennet is an all rounder with ghazala, gospel music, Rock shows, Fusion concerts and TV programs in his arsenel. When it comes to Bennet, versatile is an understatement.

Kanmani Poster

Here is what will be displayed in the shops. This poster is available for download in the album site

For people who love wallpapers, you can get one from the same page. If you dont find your size there, please let me know. I will make one.

Kanmani in Manorama

Kanmani made it's appearance in Malayala Manorama's Friday Edition. It was featured in "Yuva", the youth segment. Here is a scan. Once it comes up online, I will post it. This is quite a feat. Manorama reaches about 1,600, 000 subscribers in Kerala. They also are have the largest distribution among regional language newspapers in India.

The 7am Sunday telecast

It was in full glory but not (at all) in full. I am assuming that channels need to play by some rules and make cuts. Now we can't worry about things not in our control. So the push starts again. Thanks everyone.

7am on Kairali TV

I hope some of you caught it on Music Train. What made all the difference was the introduction. Amrita TV started including album songs only recently. So they recieved over 40 submissions. Kanmani was the only one selected. Kudos to the team especially Sudesh Balan. The visuals are spectacular.

Thanks to all the phone calls, emails and blog comments. If you can please send them your feedback about the album here. It might help us get some repeat viewing.

The video was part of the game and was shown in about a quarter of its original size. A bit disappointing but hey it was on Prime time TV on a Saturday. So here is another breath of fresh air.. Kanmani will be on Kairali TV at 7am (very early.. :-) tomorrow aka Sunday the 5th. I hope it will be shown in its full glory.

Hope some of you can catch a glimpse.

The first News paper spot

Kanmani is starting to popup in the press. Slowly but surely.
Here is the article from "The HINDU"

The Amritha TV segment "Music Train" happens on Saturday 7pm IST.
I am not sure when it will be shown in the US but I assume, they wan to keep the timing almost similar.

Music Train on Amritha TV

I confirmed it. It is going to be the first featured song on MUSIC TRAIN. (7pm saturday) Please tune in and if possible, call them and tell them how great the video was. If you're in a music shop please ask for Kanmani CD even if they don't have it.

The video will start making its appearance in many music channels soon. We have sent it to Asianet, Kairali, Kiran, Amritha and Rosebowl.

The next video in the Kanmani series is in the works. I will update you folks on that soon.

The first TV spot

Here is a great news.
Kanmani will be featured in AMRITHA TV on this Saturday (4th) at 7pm.
The program name is Music Train.

The video should start popping up on other channels pretty soon.
If you're in India, please tune in.

(Yes. I know I have been absent from blogosphere for a while. I've been traveling quite a bit and in talks with several distributors. We need to get Kanmani in shops ASAP. Please hang in there with me. It will all start rocking very very soon.)