Guinness World Record song by Sai "Psychuck" Manapragada - A R Rahman in Guinness. India's pride and honor, musical genius, maestro extraordinaire A R Rahman has been issued an Guinness World Record(TM) certificate for being the composer of the original song "Maa Tujhe Salaam" that Sai "Psychuck" Manapragada sang in a whopping 265 languages to enter into the Guinness Book of World Record(TM).
MTV Iggy Presents AR RAHMAN'S AMERICA
A.R. RAHMAN'S MUST-SEE SUMMER CONCERT EVENT KICKS OFF JUNE 11 AT THE NASSAU COLISEUM IN NEW YORK
Los Angeles, CA – June 2, 2010 -- Internationally renowned musician AR Rahman and MTV Iggy have partnered together to present AR RAHMAN'S AMERICA. This historic program includes creation of new content with the music legend as he captures the hearts and minds of the American public.
The launch of the program kicks off today with AR RAHMAN'S AMERICA Sweepstakes rolling out in 5 cities across the US, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Houston. This one of a kind interactive sweepstakes gives fans the chance to meet the Academy Award and Grammy Award winning musician on the first leg his major world tour, "The AR Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home." The lucky fans will have the chance to meet the famed musician, get VIP Access to a show, and have the opportunity to film their experience. To apply for the Sweepstakes please go to (www.mtviggy.com/arrahmansweeps).
MTV Iggy, a multi-platform MTV Networks' brand, programs breakthrough new music and pop-culture emerging from around the globe (www.mtviggy.com). In addition to AR Rahman's America Sweepstakes, MTV Iggy will feature exciting programming throughout the leg of his U.S. Tour.
The highly anticipated "A.R. Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home World Tour" is produced by Deepak Gattani and Rapport Productions and will kick off on June 11 in New York at The Nassau Coliseum. Rahman is collaborating with creative director Amy Tinkham who is known for creating live musical concerts for a variety of pop-music icons including Madonna, Paul McCartney and Mariah Carey. Accompanying Rahman will be renowned Indian performers Hariharan, Javed Ali, and Naveen Kumar. He also be performing alongside some of pop music's most notable musicians including Taku Hirano (Lionel Richie, Fleetwood Mac), and John Beasley (Barbara Streisand, James Brown and Miles Davis).The show will be a unique and thrilling theatrical experience and is confirmed to travel to over 20 major arenas and cities worldwide including The Forum in Los Angeles, The Patriot Center in Washington DC, American Airlines Arena in Dallas as well as Wembley Arena and O2 in London to name a few (routing listed below). AR Rahman will also be the first artist to incorporate 3D Light Mapping in a stage production.
Rahman's rise to prominence in the west came when he captured the world spotlight last year with his work on the film score for Danny Boyle's Slumdog Millionaire winning a Golden Globe, two Academy Awards and most recently two Grammy's. As a touring musician, as well as composer, Rahman has long been filling arenas with his elaborate and stunning live performances. Rahman has sold-out international arenas including the prestigious Hollywood Bowl in 2006 and has played for crowds as large as 120,000 in his home country of India. Now, this summer, audiences have a rare opportunity to experience a must-see concert event with "A.R. Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home World Tour."
TIME 100 recently named Rahman one of "The World's Most Influential People" and Fast Company included him in their "100 Most Creative People in Business." Rahman has performed on The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Last November, he was invited to perform at The White House for the first state visit for Prime Minister Singh, hosted by President Barack Obama. Rahman was also featured in the re-make of "We Are The World" alongside Wyclef Jean, Jennifer Hudson, Barbara Streisand and Celine Dion to name a few. He is currently working on a new album for Interscope Records.
For AR Rahman Jai Ho: The Journey Home World Tour Dates, visit www.arrahmanlive.com
Jai Ho – Sydney Concert 2010 – Behind The Story
Sydney Festival announced today that Academy Award-winning composer of the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack, A.R. Rahman, will give an exclusive free concert at Parramatta Park on Saturday 16 January as part of the 2010 Festival program.
NSW Premier and Sydney Festival President Nathan Rees yesterday made the initial announcement at Sydney Olympic Park at the India Australia Friendship Fair, to an extremely appreciative Indian/Australian crowd. “Oscar award-winning artist A.R. Rahman has generously agreed to offer a one-off, free public concert, as part of Sydney Festival in January next year. The NSW Government in conjunction with Sydney Festival will host the event at Parramatta Park.” The Premier said.
“Without doubt one of the world’s great talents, I am sure Rahman will show Sydney why he is one of the all-time highest selling recording artists. I congratulate Mr Rahman for his leadership and goodwill. We all look forward to having him here next year.”
Sydney Festival had already been in talks with Rahman to perform as part of a program of Indian music and theatre. In concern of the current tensions in Australian/Indian relations as a result of attacks on Indian students in Australia, Rahman himself suggested a free concert as a demonstration of cultural diplomacy and a gesture of goodwill.
Sydney Festival Director Lindy Hume said today “This is effectively the first major announcement of the 2010 Festival.” said Hume. “I’m thrilled we’re starting out with such a big, generous event that, in light of current tensions between India and Australia, will help to reflect our city as a welcoming,socially and culturally inclusive place.”
“While A.R. Rahman deservedly enjoys national hero status in India, he is recognised globally as a truly inspirational and multidimensional artist. Rahman’s music – embracing Indian, Western and Asian influences – connects with hearts and minds all over the world. His generous gesture in sharing his extraordinary talents with Sydney next January is deeply appreciated.”
“I also very much want to acknowledge the significance of the State Government’s support and in particular that of the Premier for his personal commitment.”
Clover Moore MP, Chair of Sydney Festival said, “I welcome the initiative of inviting Mr Rahman to participate in the 2010 Sydney Festival. Apart from bringing his superb music to Sydney, he will also be promoting the values of inclusiveness and cultural diversity.”
A.R. Rahman is the undisputed superstar of contemporary Indian music. In a country of a billion inhabitants where film and pop music are one, Rahman, 43, dominates the music industry. On an international scale, cd sales of his film scores and soundtracks have exceeded 100 million (as well as more than 200 million cassettes) making him one of the world's all-time top selling recording artists.
As well as winning two Oscars for Slumdog Millionaire, Rahman has won 13 Filmfare Awards, four National Film Awards, a BAFTA Award and a Golden Globe. Time magazine named Rahman in The 2009 Time 100 World's Most Influential People.
Sydney Festival is Australia’s largest annual arts festival, showcasing a broad spectrum of Australian and international dance, theatre, visual arts and music. The dates for Sydney Festival 2010 are January 9–30, with the full program announced in early November.
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WORLD TOUR
A.R. Rahman, best known for his work on the score for the Academy Award-winning film "Slumdog Millionaire," announced today (Mar. 4) that he will embark on a world tour this summer.
The "A.R. Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home World Tour" kicks off June 11 at the Nassau Coliseum in New York and will span 16 major cities worldwide.
For the trek, Rahman is collaborating with creative director Amy Tinkham, who has worked to create concerts for Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys and Mariah Carey. The tour will not only feature Rahman's music, but also dance arrangements and acrobatics inspired by his native India. A press release described the concert as a "theatrical experience" utilizing "new technologies."
The announcement comes after Rahman took part in the 2010 remake of "We Are The World" to benefit Haiti.
Performances on the A.R. Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home World Tour will include songs from Slumdog Millionaire as well as the Indian films Lagaan, Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, Dil Se, Rang De Basanti and Roja'.
Additional dates have yet to be announced.
Here are the tour dates for the A.R. Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home World Tour:
June 11, 2010, Friday: Uniondale, N.Y. (Nassau Coliseum)
June 12, 2010, Saturday: Atlantic City, N.J. (Boardwalk Hall Arena)
June 13, 2010, Sunday: Washington, D.C. (Patriot Center)
June 18, 2010, Friday: Chicago, Ill. (Sears Centre Arena)
June 19, 2010, Saturday: Detroit, Mich. (Pontiac Silverdome)
June 20, 2010, Sunday: Toronto, Ontario (Air Canada Centre)
June 26, 2010, Saturday: San Francisco, Calif. (Oracle Arena)
June 27, 2010, Sunday: Los Angeles, Calif. (The Forum)
June 30, 2010, Wednesday: Vancouver (PNE Collesium)
July 3, 2010, Saturday: Houston, Texas (Houston Toyota Center)
July 4, 2010, Sunday: Dallas, (American Airlines Center)
July 9, 2010, Friday: Boston, (Tsongas Center)
July 10, 2010, Saturday: New Jersey, (Sun National Bank Center)
July 11, 2010, Sunday: Raleigh, (North Carolina)
July 16, 2010, Friday: Zurich (Hallen Stadion)
July 17, 2010, Saturday: Paris, France (Parc des Expositions, Porte de Versaille)
July 18, 2010, Sunday: Germany (SAP Arena, Mannheim)
July 23, 2010, Friday: Birmingham (LG Arena)
July 24, 2010, Saturday: London (O2)
July 25, 2010, Sunday: London (Wembley)
AR Rahman on Facebook :
We are forced to cancel the show in Detroit due to an infrastructure collapse at The Pontiac Silverdome which damaged the set. The incident occured during stage construction. No one was seriously injured. Dates in Detroit and Toronto will be rescheduled due to the incident. I regret any inconvenience this causes my fans and am deeply grateful no one from my team or the local Detroit stage crew was seriously injured.
Just back from the hospital It's a miracle that my team escaped with minor injuries The lighting rig came apart Thanks to the almighty that everyone's safe.
