Ronn Moss releases Uncovered in Mumbai

          Mumbai: Ronn Moss of the Bold and the Beautiful fame recently launched his music album 'Uncovered' in Mumbai. Ronn Moss is currently in India to promote his album, and feels that the songs in it are very close to him. He says his true love is music, with 'Uncovered' being his most honest work to date. "I am just looking forward to perform these tracks from the album coming up probably in March. And this project means a lot to me because it took a long time to do. And so every song is more personal to me than any other music project that I have done before," said Ross. Celebrities like Ayesha Jhulkha and Adam Bedi, who watched his performance, say it is like a dream come true. "I have been watching him for years and I am his very big fan. He is a great actor as well as singer and I am happy that he has launched his album here," said Ayesha. "His music is great. It is different, every song is unique, he has his own style and sound," said Bedi. Though under a stringent contract that forbids him from accepting other work, Moss wants to expand his portfolio. While in India, he also plans to meet a few producers about co-financing a film.
- November 10, 2005

'Virasat Mela' to revive Punjab's glorious past

          Bhatinda: Punjab is all set to revive its lost glory. In a bid to revive the rich heritage, customs, traditions, ancient folk art and culture, Malwa heritage recently organised 'Virasat Mela'. An old man weaving a rope, a woman spinning, a hand grinding stone, all these and a lot more showcased at 'Jaipal Garh', a village depicting the cultural heritage of Punjab. 'Jaipal Garh' graphically and tastefully portrays a typical rural lifestyle of the State. For instance, `Nambardaran di Haveli', which had men dressed in stylised attire sitting on a cot. Harinder Singh Khalsa of Malwa Heritage Foundation said," "If I get a chance, I hope to establish a real village in Bhatinda depicting the tradition and culture of ancient Punjab - the village which will be unique in itself, showcasing charkha (spinning wheel), chakki (grinding stone), kohlu (cane crusher) and all that it takes to link up to the heritage of Punjab." The three-day extravaganza was a rare opportunity for the young to get familier with their rich traditions and typical rural lifestyle. If the events marked the revival of the State's dying traditions, it also staged a heritage march of elephants, horses, camels and regional artists. Every nook and corner of the fair was a centre of attraction. If villagers took time off to play cards, armed men were seen at 'Vailian da Vera', where mischievous elements of the village get together. If feeling hungry? you need not worry! `Chachi Atro de Rasio' with fresh `sarson da saag' and `makki di roti', is readily available with `Chatti di Lassi' and `gur'. To relish traditional punjabi food, was an unforgettable experience for those who love good food. The dinner and the decor were something to rave about. "All this is very much appretiated, as such fairs showcase our rich cultural heritage. The arrangements of traditional food like `karhi-chawal' and `sarson da saag' and makki di roti' is far better than fast food. Such fairs should be organised on a larger scale," said Devinder, a visitor. "Here I saw courtyard well, old vessels, farming equipments and a lot more," said Jatinder Kaur, another visitor. Certainly, a return to our roots is a must, as it keeps our culture alive and preserved for the generations to follow.
- November 10, 2005

Salsa and tap dance a rage among youth
by Shreyasi Singh

          New Delhi: Hip-hop music has become an upsurge in dance clubs and foreign dance forms are becoming increasingly popular among Indian youth. Hispanic dance forms like Salsa and Tap dance, a style of American theatrical dance, are becoming a rage among the youth. With more and more people getting attracted towards the glitz and glamour of the Westernised lifestyle, they view the dance forms feel learning these dance forms are an easy way to greater social acceptability. "People enjoy dancing. That's why if we go to a disco they are playing western music rather than other music. They are playing bhangra (Punjabi fast music) sometimes the remix of that. That's why people are going towards western dance. I mean discos, parties, marriage parties, they all play music like this," said Ankur, a student learning Salsa. Simone Gupta, a tap dance instructor in Delhi School of Music, says people are more attracted to these kinds of dances, as they do not involve the intricacies of classical dancing. Salsa dance is associated with fast rhythmic yet sensuous steps, similar to Mambo and involves a lot of hip movement. "If you do Salsa or something like this, it's probably the more fun aspect of it which attracts you. If one does something traditional whether it's western or Indian, it has got to do a lot of studying the material, understanding the ragas or moods and all. When you are doing Salsa, something that is non-serious and non-formal, it feels more exciting and less of a burden and it is also a stress-reliever," Simone adds. Tap dance is distinguished by percussive footwork that marks precise rhythmic patterns on the floor. Some descriptive steps are "brush", "flap", "shuffle", "ball change", and "cramp roll". Many consider it as the easiest way to develop social contacts and grace, a thorough way for exercising which improves co- ordination and builds self confidence, encourage good posture and is an inexpensive entertainment that can be enjoyed at any stage of life.
- November 6, 2005

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