Songs and complete musician credits at the end.
The romantic ballad titled Panjaara Kanavulla is bound to evoke memories of Malare, both for its melody and the atmospheric soundscape that is once again dominated by violins (thought there is that lovely flavour that Unnikrishnan’s ghatam adds). Adding to the Malare evocation is the fact that Vijay Yesudas is the one handling vocals for this one as well, and in equally commendable fashion. Composer Hesham Abdul Wahab also presents an instrumental version of the song (good to see one, instrumental versions are rarely seen in soundtracks these days) where it is Alichan presenting a heart-warming flute rendition of the piece. Najim Arshad rules the equally pleasant and breezy Snehithano, with Hesham’s processed voice occasionally backing him up (as it does in rest of the songs too). The arrangement is well done here too; just wish Roopa Revathi’s violin had a more prominent presence.
The young singer from Thrissur who is currently a national sensation – Vaishnav Girish – makes his film debut with the folksy Paattonnu Paadaalo (nicely written by BK Harinarayanan). And Vaishnav’s craft shines through in his flawlessly nuanced rendition of the thoroughly endearing melody that the composer presents in a fittingly simple package. Completing the album’s lineup of fine singers is Job Kurian who leads the vocal department in Thodu Thodu, my favourite from the album. The song’s folk-flavoured tune has something of a Tamil feel to it, and Hesham sets it to a haunting, tranquil arrangement. Sounds a bit familiar in places, but a beautiful track all the same.
Angane Njaanum Premichu. Another solid effort from Hesham Abdul Wahab – his best yet, in fact – that is characterised by some quality melodic content and a top notch set of singers.
Music Aloud Rating: 3.5/5
Top Recos: Thodu Thodu, Panjara Kanavulla, Paattonnu Paadaalo
Musician Credits
Music and background score
Hesham Abdul Wahab
Songs
Snehithano
Composed and Programmed by Hesham Abdul Wahab
Singer – Najim Arshad
Chorus – Hesham
Flute – Alichan
Guitars and Ukelele – Liboy
Bass – Josy
Violin – Roopa Revathi
Lyrics – BK Harinarayan
Recorded at Woodpecker studios
Mixed by Happy at Woodpecker studios
Mastered by Vishnu at VR’s Sonic Room
Engineers – Happy Jose and Jibin
Panjara
Composed and programmed by Hesham Abdul Wahab
Lyrics by Nishad Ahmed
Sung by Vijay Yesudas
Flute – Alichan
Ghatam – Unnikrishnan
Guitars – Liboy
Bass – Josy
Strings – Cochin Strings
Recorded at Woodpecker studios and My Studio
Mixed by Hesham at Livewidmusic studios
Mastered by Vishnu at VR’s Sonic Room
Engineers – Happy Jose, Jibin and Sai Prakash
Pattonnu Paadaalo
Composed and progammed by Hesham Abdul Wahab
Lyrics by BK Harinarayan
Sung by Vaishnav Girish
Flute – Alichan
Guitars – Liboy
Recorded at Woodpecker studios
Mixed by Hesham at Livewidmusic studios
Mastered by Vishnu at VR’s Sonic Room
Engineers – Happy Jose and Jibin
Thodu Thodu
Composed and programmed by Hesham Abdul Wahab
Lyrics by Nishad Ahmed
Sung by Job Kurian
Flute – Alichan
Recorded at Woodpecker studios
Mixed by Hesham at Livewidmusic studios
Mastered by Vishnu at VR’s Sonic Room
Engineers – Happy Jose, Jibin and Shanku
Panjara (Instrumental)
Composed and programmed by Hesham Abdul Wahab
Flute – Alichan
Guitars – Liboy
Bass – Josy
Strings – Cochin Strings
Engineered by Happy Jose and Jibin at Woodpecker Studios
Mixed by Hesham Abdul Wahab at Livewidmusic Studios
Mastered by Vishnu at VR’s Sonic Room, Dubai
