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Candid talk with Sanoop Poudel
-By Sampada Malla

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"hajaraau chann tara aakash maa yeha,
ek tara bani udauna khojdaichu ma pani,
chan sathma mera naaula asha umanga haru,
aafnai ek astitva banaunu cha malai pani……"

True, the horizon of the Nepali musical sky holds many vibrant shining stars; those stars who have succeeded to overpower myriad other stars with their mesmerizing music and voice. The voyage of creating and furnishing beautiful and long lasting songs never ends and nor ends the challenge where one has to prove that he has something different to offer!!!!!!!
Sanoop Poudel, an aspiring singer has marked his presence in the Nepali music world with his debut solo album "Voice". In the present situation when singing, more than an exploration of art, has become a medium of gaining popularity and short- term fame, this singer has something different on his mantel. A classical student of music maestro Prabhu Raj Dhakal and a student of ethnomusicology in KU, he has set an example to umpteen singers who firmly believe that formal training are not essential. His songs vary from traditional jazz blended with symphonic music to new classical ballad and light rock to modern music. Here, we present to you a candid talk with the singer.



What has "Voice", your debut venture got to offer?

"Voice" is a collection of soft, melodious and sentimental songs. The songs are the interpretations of my heart. I have expressed my feelings through the charismatic medium of music. The album has pop songs, rock songs and modern songs also. I have tried to experiment with different kind of music and create fusions of the western and eastern type. I strongly believe that the songs of the album will touch the hearts of the listeners.

What does music mean to you?

Music is an art, an experiment of various sounds. Everyone knows how to produce a sound but a music person brings the best out of a sound which soothes the nerves of any person.

Let us move back to your bygone days. How did music entice you?

I don't visibly remember but music has always ruled me. I loved listening to music and my family environment also supported me. It was only later that I started singing and playing musical instruments. The inherent quality of music within me slowly refined and matured with time. In those days, I was more into classical music. Then, I also became a member of the band Aswamedha and released an album.

Please continue…

I always wanted to do a solo album. But how? I didn't know. So, my first step was formal music training. The training period enhanced my confidence and capabilities towards music. Then, I started working with "Voice."

How is your album different than the albums of other singers?

Every singer has their own distinctive style of singing and so do I. But, in my opinion, the way I have explored different category of music makes my album different than others.

Every song of "Voice" revolves around love. Any personal reasons? How romantic are you?

Umm, I don’t know. Maybe I am. However, the prior reason behind it is that the masses enjoy love songs.

What can we expect from you in the future?

Better songs and better music.

Any last words?

Encourage Nepali artists and keep listening to Nepali music.

YES, all you people (especially Nepalese) out there; keep listening to Nepali music because our songs are no less than others in various aspects like creativity and melodies. New emerging talents like Sanoop Poudel request only one thing from us; our love, appreciations and encouragements. So, each of us play an important role in taking Nepali music to greater heights……and all we need to do is just listen to their songs and give them a position in our hearts.

So, what about listening to "VOICE"? I am listening to it. Well, believe me, the songs are beautiful…You don't believe me? Then, go listen to "VOICE" and I bet you will agree to me.

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