The One & Only S. D. Burman
Music & Culture · Oct 1, ’14
Sachin Dev Burman was born on October 1, 1906 to Nabadwipchandra Dev Burman, son of the Maharaja of Tripura, and his wife Nirupama Devi. As the youngest of the five sons of his parents, S. D. Burman was introduced to the world of music by his father, who was a noted sitarist and dhrupad singer….
Bollywood Goes Classical
Music & Culture · Sep 30, ’14
“In Indian music, it is not possible to build anything other than the raga basis. We can run away from its fetters, but not from its main outline.” – Rabindranath Tagore Since the golden years of Hindi films, music composers have often turned to Indian classical music in search of inspiration. Naushad was one of…
The Saavn 10
Music & Culture · Aug 11, ’14
Great companies are built on great cultures. As a little reminder of that, we’ve authored ten points that capture our guiding principles at Saavn. Without further ado, here are the Saavn 10 – we think they speak for themselves. Bigger Than Music People First Invest 1/24th Without Character, There is No Story Work Alone, Go…
Our Soundtrack, Our DNA
Music & Culture · Feb 28, ’14
Indians comprise possibly the largest demographic of music listeners, worldwide, yet there are only a limited number of legitimate music platforms to serve them. The old world of Mobile VAS falls short of offering an experience befitting the passion that listeners have for music. Big box retail has only recently arrived on the scene, and…
From Apple to Star Wars to Raag Bhairavi
Music & Culture · Sep 17, ’13
1977 was, in many ways, a year of significant events – its influence over culture and trends continues to this very day. It was the year Apple was incorporated by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, revolutionizing computing and ushering in the digital music revolution of the early 2000’s. It was also the year Star Wars…
An Earful of Irrfan
Music & Culture · Jul 11, ’13
The most interesting man in the world! From Salaam Bombay to D-Day, one of India’s international bright lights, Irrfan Khan, is sharing his favorite music with Saavn listeners today! Check out Irrfan’s favorite tunes on his Irrfan’s Mix playlist, only on Saavn. We also had a chance to talk classics (Jim Morrison and Pakeezah, anyone?)…
Rapping with Ranveer
Music & Culture · Jul 6, ’13
Ranveer Singh has his sights set on Saavn – the debonair Lootera lead is sharing his music picks with Saavn listeners today! Check out Ranveer’s favorite tunes on his Ranveer’s Picks playlist, only on Saavn. We also had a chance to talk New York, New York and 90s backbeats with this young Turk. His message…
Shotgun Sonakshi
Music & Culture · Jul 5, ’13
Shotgun Jr. takes aim at Saavn! The burgeoning superstar and Lootera lead is sharing her all-time favorites with Saavn listeners today! Check out Sonakshi’s favorite tunes on her Sonakshi’s Picks playlist, only on Saavn. We also had a chance to discuss dance and daddy dearest with this straight-shooter. Her message for us? “Music does play…
Sweeter Than Sugar
Music & Culture · Jun 18, ’13
It’s the International Villager himself, Yo Yo Honey Singh! The superstar singer-rapper-producer, who just released “Bebo” with frequent collaborator Alfaaz (exclusively on Saavn, in India), is sharing his all-time favorites with Saavn listeners today! Check out Yo Yo Honey Singh’s top picks on his All Time-Favorites playlist, only on Saavn. We also had a chance…