Nartanasala Audio Review
Nartanasala is an upcoming romantic film starring Naga Shourya and Kashmira in lead roles. Music for the film is composed by Mani Sharma’s son Sagar Mahati. The film is directed by Srinivas Chakravarthi.
The album begins with a very funky number Dekhore Sodara which has interesting sequencing and also foot tapping rhythm. Anurag Kulkarni has become adept in singing such fun songs and Sri Mani’s lyrics give an edgy touch to hero’s typical introduction songs. However, the song also has Mani Sharma’s earlier songs essence which is so evident in the interludes
Egirene Manasu has already become much popular with the single release. The song has the niceties of Raaga Suddha Dhanyasi with great vigor. Sameera Bharadwaj does a neat job in this breezy melody. Bhaskarabhatla’s lyrics are quite poetic with right usage of words. The usage of fusion veena in trance beats is quite appealing. Instead of being to classy, Sameera also brings a feel of western vocals to the song. The first interlude is a fiesta of lead guitar and swift saxophone. Mahati himself sang the male portion of the song with good ease and sultry vocals. The lines “Nalone Navvestunna..Naakai Ne vethikestunna” is an impressive usage of lyrics by Bhaskarabhatla.
The album next goes to a nostalgic style with Pichi Pichi Ga sung by the talented singer Lipsika. The usage of harmonica, and minor scale progressions is quite impressive. A special mention should be made for lyricist Dharma Teja and lines like “Nijalu Daachaleni Jagalu Cherukoni” is quite good. Lipsika’s vocals speak of romance, passion and style at the same time. The string progression is also neatly done with charming rhythm.
Ila Neetho is a fresh sounding duet coupled with acoustic guitar giving it an unplugged flavour. Yazin Nizar takes the front stage with his passionate vocals. Sri Mani’s lyrics are spot on with gripping usage of words speaking of passionate love. However, he doesn’t use heavy sounding words and makes it conversational. The violin solo in the song is quite a highlight undoubtedly.
The finale occurs with a wedding number Dhol Baaje sung by Yazin Nizar once again. The song has a Rajasthani folk appeal and also a strange resemblance with Tandana Dheem Tanana from Mani Sharma’s Jai Chiranjeeva. Yazin Nizar performs this song like a cakewalk with less effort. This song brings the much needed momentum to the otherwise laid back album. The flavours of raaga Madhyamavati are neatly fused in the composition.
Verdict:
Nartanasaala is a feel good album where the melodies score more than the fast paced numbers.
Our Picks: Egirene Manasu, Pichi Pichi Ga
