S2E5 Dil ki Baat - Junaid ki Yaad

S2E6 Rockistan: Someone Finally Wrote a Book?!

How many of us have thought, while spending the day away listening to our favorites, from the bands everyone knows to the ones only those who know know, "yaar, someone needs to write a book about this incredible history"? Well, we don't know about you, but we've thought about this a lot (which is partly what inspired this podcast, just that none of us have the patience to actually write an entire book), and alas, some brave soul has actually done it. Introducing Tayyab Khalil, the man who has undoubtedly made an incredible contribution to Pakistani rock music through his breakthrough "Rockistan," an engaging narrative text that documents not just the history of this genre we love, but shares accounts of the relationships between bands, bandmates, and artists across the scene. We were honored to sit with Tayyab to talk about his project in this episode, where he shares how he went about gathering the stories and what inspired him to do so. And while you're at it, check out Rockistan's website at rockistan.net/, where you can download the book for free (and buy a hard copy if you're still classy). Many thanks to Tayyab for chatting with us, and to all of your for listening! As always, get back to us with feedback on our Facebook page and give us suggestions, tips, and thoughts. Rock on, rockistanis.

S2E5 Dil ki Baat - Junaid ki Yaad

Fans, we've been out of commission for a bit but rest assured, we're back and still at it. Thanks for your patience with us and hope you continue to leave feedback and your own reflections on our Facebook page. This time, picking up from our last episode way back when, we're talking about the icon of Pakistani pop: Junaid Jamshed. Some know him as the face of the pop band that started it all in Pakistan, and yet others for his nasheeds. For all of us, though, Junaid was and remains the voice of our generation. In this episode, we chat about his beginnings, reflect on his legacy, and grapple with his internal conflicts and struggles, just as he did throughout his life. Thanks again for listening and supporting, and welcome back to Dil Maange Aur!

S2E4 - Vital Signs ka Qafila

Do pal ka, yey jeewan hai.. to thori sa aur Vital Signs hojaye yaaron!

Fans, we hope you've been staying well and healthy. As we're all taking time to reflect and slow down, we've been thinking a lot about Vital Signs, jiska qafila ab bhi chala jaa raha hai. Our conversation on the band that set the standard for Pakistan's pop and rock scene continues in this second part of our series. The guys sit down to talk about their legacy and influence not just musically, but socially, politically, and on a personal level for all of us throughout the subcontinent, for diaspora around the world, and across generations. From the influences of western jazz and soft rock on their early rise, the drama around "Gori" and "Sanwali Saloni," and their legacy as the voice of an entire generation, this episode has a little bit of everything. As always, tell us what you think! We'd love to hear from you about what you think Vital Signs' influence was on our Facebook page at facebook.com/DilMaangeAur and on Instagram at instagram.com/DilMaangeAur. Hope we can keep you company as you continue to stay at home and wishing all our fans good health through this time!

S2E3 - Interview: Sherjan Ahmad

Hey there fans! In our second interview of the season, we sit with Sherjan, an emerging artist in his own right, to chat about his experiences growing up in both Pakistan and the U.S., his musical influences, his family's background, and, of course, how it was to grow up as Salman Ahmad's son. What was all that like? What are the roots of this talented family? What are the similarities between him and his dad, and where do they diverge? Catch all this and more, and as always, let us know what you think on our Facebook page at facebook.com/DilMaangeAur.

S2E2 - Vital Signs: Meethi Woh Yaadein

Vital Signs evokes undeniable memories for nearly all fans of Pakistan's pop rock genre. From Junaid's charming looks and unmatched vocals, Shahi's smooth "geetar," to Rohail's genius and often experimental compositions that brought it all together. Vital Signs is the band that sits atop the modern pop rock scene in Pakistan, and for some, it always will. In this first of several episodes dedicated to this iconic and all-time classic band that is synonymous with Pakistan itself, the DMA guys sit and share their own connections and early memories of Vital Signs. Meethi woh yaadein, ab bhi hain pyaari.