Kick Snare Mic
Kick Snare Mic
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 CAD Audio PMP65 Cable Professional Microphone  US $119.00
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 BLUE Kickball Drum Mic US $60.00
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 Digital Reference DR DRM7 7 Pc Drum Mic Set NO RESERVE US $66.00
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 STAGG Drum Mic Microphone Set 7Pc w 2 Clamps and Case kick snare cumbals toms US $309.95
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 Pyle 7 Piece Drum Mic Microphone Kit 4 snare tom 2 overhead 1 kick PDKM7 US $159.95
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 Blue Mouse Large Diameter Cardioid Condenser Microphone US $1,249.00
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 Condenser Instrument Mic YPA M602 Drum Microphone NEW US $59.99
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 Audix Fusion 6 Pack Drum Microphones w 2 Cymbal Condenser Mics Hard Case US $150.00
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 Classic Audio Technica AT MB Midnight Blues Drum Mic Microphone 7 Piece Set US $150.00
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 Peavey PVM DMS 5 Drum Mic System US $234.99
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 ACMco Silver Bullet Instrument Mic for Phantom Power FANTASTIC ON GUITAR US $70.00
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 Samson 5KIT Cable Professional Microphone US $150.00
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 Gently Used Shure PGDMK6 XLR 6 Piece Drum Microphone Kit US $300.00
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 DRUM MIC KIT E602 SM57 E604x3 GREAT CONDITION US $449.99
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 CAD Pro 7 Drum Microphone Pack With Carring Case US $80.00
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 Sony sra 3 Tube Mic Microphone and Instrument Pre Amp US $499.00
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 Audix DP7 Drum Mic Kit US $880.00
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 NEW YPA M601 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Drum Mic US $29.99
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 SUPERLUX MICROPHONE DRUM SET WITH HARD CASE FOUR PRA 228A 0NE PRA 218A US $60.00
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 ► YAMAHA SUBKICK SKRM100 Drum Mic With Stand US $225.00
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 Audix DP5A Microphone Kit Priced to Move TMS AUDIO | CNY US $499.00
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 Nash MDK 7S500 7 Mic Drum Kit EXTREMEPROSOUND MIAMI US $189.99
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 Nash MDK 5S400 5 Mic Drum Kit EXTREMEPROSOUND MIAMI US $160.00
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 On Stage Stands MSA9508 Posi Lok Side Mount Boom Posi LokSide Mount Boom US $13.99
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 Samson 7KIT 7 Piece Drum Mic Kit System STANDSCABLES US $279.00
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 Shure PGDMK4 XLR Drum Microphone Kit PG56 PG52 991 MXL Condenser Mic US $199.99
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 CUSTOM SUBKICK BASS KICK DRUM MICROPHONE w HEAVY DUTY MOUNT CLAMP WHY PAY MORE US $109.95
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 Electro Voice DK5 Drum Mic Bundle 5 PL35 PL33 EV microphone package US $209.99
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 Shure DMK57 52 Drum Mic Pack Beta 52 52a SM57 SM 57 DMK US $419.00
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 Samson 5KIT 5 Piece Drum Microphone System5 XLR Cables US $138.00
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 SHURE DMK57 52 BETA 52A 52 A SM57 SM 57 DRUM MICROPHONE MIC KIT DMK5752 W CASE US $359.00
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 NEW Shure PGDMK6 XLR 6 Drum Mic Kit w Clamps Cables US $379.99
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 YAMAHA SUBKICK Bass Drum Mic model SKRM 100 NEW Great Kick Drum Sound Sub Kick US $329.99
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 CAD Audio Stage 7 7 Piece Drum Microphone Pack With Carry Case Stage7 New US $197.91
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 Samson 7KIT 7 Piece Drum Mic Pack KITKick StandCABLES US $297.00
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 SAMSON 8KIT 8 Piece Drum Microphone System 3 Q Tom2 C01Q KickQ SnareC02H US $249.00
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 Shure PGDMK6 6 Piece Drum Microphone Kit w Case Cables Mic Stands US $429.99
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 Audio TechnicaMB Dk4 Drum Microphone 4 PackDynamic Kick Tom Mic MBDK4 MBDK NEW US $96.96
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 NEW AUDIO TECHNICA MB DK4 DRUM MICROPHONE KIT w 4 MIC US $109.95
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 New Audix FP5 Fusion 5 pc Drum mic set US $319.00
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 SHURE DMK57 52 DRUM MIC KIT DMK5752 PROAUDIOSTAR NYC US $333.99
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 NEW Audix DP5A 5 piece Drum Mic Package DP 5A D6 D4 D2 US $507.00
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 Audix DP7 DP 7 Piece FREE EXPRESS SHIPPING Drum Microphone Kit Mic i5 D2 D4 D6 US $899.00
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 CAD Stage 7 Drum Microphone Pack STAGE7 Mic Kit ProAudioStar US $199.00
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 CAD Stage7 Drum Mics DH100 Headphones SwirlyShtick SS4000 Drumstick Holder w 3Pr US $199.99
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 On Stage Stands Side Mount Boom US $13.99
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 On Stage Stands MS7920B Kick Drum Amp Stand w Boom US $28.99
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 NEW Shure PGDMK6 XLR Drum 6 Piece Microphone Kit PGDMK6 PGDMK6 XLR US $1,399.00
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 Shure DMK5752 DMK57 52 Drum Microphone Package BRAND NEW US $399.00
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 DELUXE Audix DP7 7 Piece Drum Package Kick Snare Mic US $899.00
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Nady DMK-5 Drum Mic Package $119.99 The Nady DMK-5 Drum Mic Package includes 4 DM70 tom/snare mics, one DM80 kick drum mic, and a case. DM70s are perfect for miking snares, toms, and percussion with no bleed through from other pieces. With neodymium element for max output and super-high SPL handling capacity. The DM80 is specifically designed for kick drum with extended low-end response. |
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Pintech Woven Head Snare Drum, Tom, and Kick Pad Set $862.5 The Pintech Woven Head Snare Drum, Tom, and Kick Pad Set includes dual-zone snare, Concert Cast Upright Kick, and 3 Single-zone tom pads. Concert Cast mesh pads feature aluminum shell with silver vein powder coat finish. Ultra-quiet. Patented woven head technology. Standard "L" rod mounting. 10" heads with 6 tension lugs for precise adjustments. |
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Gear One MK1000 Kick Drum Mic Black $69.99 The highly affordable MK1000 is a dynamic mic designed for low frequencies. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides maximum isolation onstage for greater gain-before-feedback. Its 30Hz-10kHz frequency response is tailored for kick drum with a slight boost at 80Hz (where kick drum lives) and a presence peak at 3kHz and 9kHz for clear and articulated attack. Max SPL: 146dB |
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Pintech Woven Head Snare Drum, Tom, And Kick Pad Set $862.5 The Pintech Woven Head Snare Drum, Tom, and Kick Pad Set includes dual-zone snare, Concert Cast Upright Kick, and 3 Single-zone tom pads. Concert Cast mesh pads feature aluminum shell with silver vein powder coat finish. Ultra-quiet. Patented woven head technology. Standard "L" rod mounting. 10" heads with 6 tension lugs for precise adjustments.Includes one dual-zone snare, one Concert Cast Upright Kick, and 3 Single-zone tom padsConcert Cast mesh pads feature aluminum shell with silver vein powder coat finishUltra-quietPatented woven head technologyStandard "L" rod mounting10" diameter heads with 6 tension lugs for precise adjustments |
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Blue Drum Mic Kit $2747 Inspired by some of the most important recordings in music history, Blue Microphones has created the Blue Drum Kit Kit for an easy solution to replicate the fabled '3-mic' drum miking technique that professional engineers have used for years. The Blue Drum Kit Kit consists of the award-winning Mouse and a stereo matched pair of Dragonfly microphones. These three microphones complete the sonic spectrum needed in producing a full-bodied, live recording session for the most discerning drummer and engineer.Mouse MicrophoneThe Mouse's hand-tuned capsule is specifically designed to capture the thundering lows of bass and baritone vocals and low-end instrument sources. Enclosed within a rotating spherical grille, the capsule can also be positioned and adjusted into the smallest of spaces for applications where versatility is paramount. The Mouse is perfectly suited for kick drums, acoustic bass, electric bass amplifiers, snare drums, broadcast and voiceover work, and any other sources where accurate reproduction of low frequency transients is paramount.Dragonfly MicrophonesThe Dragonfly generates a silky extended top-end, contoured midrange and a bump at the upper end of the lower frequencies that thickens thin signal sources. With an integrated elastic shockmount and rotating head, the Dragonfly utilizes its innovative industrial design to enable quick and precise mic placement on the fly. The Dragonfly is ideally suited for high-frequency sources like alto and soprano vocals, percussion, electric guitar, drum overheads, and "difficult" sources such as stringed instruments.All three mics and their schockmounts come in a protective metal case with a plush interior that had cutouts to keep your mics safe between uses. |
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Digital Reference DRDK7 7-Piece Drum Mic Kit $181.99 The Digital Reference DRDK7 7-Piece Drum Microphone Set contains microphones optimized for every type of drum and cymbal. Proper recording means that each drum in your kit requires a specific miking approach, and the DRDK7 microphone set delivers. Included are a DR-K100 kick drum mic with clip, 4 DR-ST100 snare/tom mics with clips, and 2 DR-C100 condenser overhead mics. The 7-piece microphone set provides the ideal punch, detail, and clarity for stage performance or studio recording. The low-profile mics mean minimum visibility, while the resilient microphone mounts reduce stage clutter with secure rim-mounting and versatile positioning. The Digital Reference mic set even includes a hardshell carrying case with die-cut foam compartments and an integrated handle. |
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Used Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Mic $171.99 The Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Mic is a high-output, dynamic microphone with a frequency response tailored specifically for kick drums and other bass instruments. It provides superb attack and punch, and delivers studio-quality sound even at extremely high SPLs. Its modified supercardioid pattern ensures high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted sound.Channel Strips of the Stars: Ronan Chris MurphyWorld-class producer/engineer/mixer Ronan Chris Murphy's credits include King Crimson, Steve Morse, Terry Bozzio, Victor Bisetti, Gregg Bissonette, Tony Levin, and projects with members of Tool, Ministry, Weezer, Dishwalla, and Yes. A huge fan of A Designs Audio, Ronan was kind enough to share some of his drum-recording signal chains: "Well all of the drums for Terry Bozzio's Jazz trio were recorded with all A Designs Audio solid state preamps. For drum overheads I used Shure KSM32 condenser mics (#270141) into a Pacifica (#189903); for kick drums, I prefer the Shure Beta 52. Actually I have used the Shure KSM32 into Pacifica combo on tons of great drummers, including Terry Bozzio, Victor Bisetti (Los Lobos), Gregg Bissonette (Santana, David Lee Roth), and Pat Mastelotto (King Crimson, Mister Mister, The Rembrandts)."Note: for more information about individual units in the signal chain, enter the Item ID# into our search box.Frequency response shaped specifically for kick drums and bass instrumentsBuilt-in dynamic locking stand adapter with integral XLR connector simplifies setup, especially inside a kick drumStudio-quality performance, even at extremely high sound-pressure levelsSupercardioid pattern for high gain-before-feedback and superior rejection of unwanted noiseHardened steel mesh grille resists wear and abuseAdvanced pneumatic shockmount system minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibrationNeodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise ratio outputLow sensitivity to varying load impedanceLegendary Shure quality and reliability |
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Atlas Sound Low Profile Mic Stand Ebony Short $37.5 Perfect for positioning microphones on snare drums, kick drums, and guitar/bass cabinets. Same heavy-duty clutch and base design used in the proven MS-12 series with 2 height options. Perfect for use with the ebony version of the PB11X short telescopic boom stand. |
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Atlas Sound Low Profile Mic Stand Ebony Medium $40.5 Perfect for positioning microphones on snare drums, kick drums, and guitar/bass cabinets. Same heavy-duty clutch and base design used in the proven MS-12 series with 2 height options. Perfect for use with the ebony version of the PB11X short telescopic boom stand. |
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Gear One 4 Piece Power Pack Drum Mic Pack $199.99 For recording or live sound reinforcement, this 4-piece drum mic pack includes 2 CAD CM217 small-diaphragm condenser mics for overheads, 1 Digital Reference DRI100 instrument mic for snare, and 1 Gear One MK1000 kick drum mic. CAD CM217The CAD CM217 is a small diaphragm condenser microphone that was designed for acoustic guitars, stringed instruments, cymbals, hi-hats, drum overheads, and more. Features include hi-pass filter and attenuator. Mic clip included.Digital Reference DRI100The Digital Reference DRI100 Dynamic Instrument Microphone offers frequency response for superior sound reproduction. The mic's clarity and warmth makes guitars, amps, percussion and horns sound their very best. The DRI100 microphone's tight pickup pattern isolates your instrument from other performers, while at the same time reducing feedback. Designed to handle high sound pressure levels, the Digital Reference DRI100 mic captures all the subtle nuances of drums and saxophones as well as vocals and stringed instruments.Gear One MK1000The highly affordable MK1000 is a dynamic mic designed for low frequencies. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides maximum isolation onstage for greater gain-before-feedback. Its 30Hz-10kHz frequency response is tailored for kick drum with a slight boost at 80Hz (where kick drum lives) and a presence peak at 3kHz and 9kHz for clear and articulated attack. Max SPL: 146dB |
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B-Band UKKO-S Single Snare Drum Contact Mic $99.99 The B-Band UKKO-S snare drum contact mic system is a remarkable way to capture the true tonality of your drum consistently, conveniently, and with extreme isolation. This system consists of two important components: the UKKO DMS preamp, built with high-quality class-A electronics, and the UKKO DST2 Contact mic for superb tone. This system will work with any size snare drum, and gives you high-resolution sound, and easy setup!This mic system was designed to be able to blend-in visually with the drum kit. That is why B-Band designed the DMS preamp to be chrome colored to match most drum hardware. It is an extremely lightweight system that does not add any noticeable weight to the drum, or get in the way while performing like most other drum mic systems. It also very robust and durable, and will endure rigorous touring.Setting up and tearing down have never been this easy. The DST2 has an adhesive back that mounts easily and discreetly on the inside of the drum shell near the batter head. The DST2 lead wire is fed through the drum air hole to the DMS preamp. The preamp comes with two different mounting options: mounting at the air hole outside of the drum, or a rim clamp mounting. The air hole mounting option was specially designed to not interrupt the flow of air as the drum breathes. Being as the DMS preamp is so small in size, there is no need to remove it to put the drum in its case, leave it on and be ready for the next gig or studio session. Inside the DMS preamp there are two mini switches that contour the sound for a choice of tone. One switch controls a +3dB mid boost at 500 Hz and the other is for a 6dB high cut. |
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The Drum Channel Kick Snare Hat: The Superstars Of Hip-Hop And R&B - 2-Dvd Set $29.95 From DW, Kick Snare Hat: The Superstars of Hip-Hop and R&B is a double DVD set shot in HD. Kick Snare Hat includes tons of behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, playing footage and bonus features with the genre's elite. And for the first time ever on film, they're playing together in one room. If you love Hip Hop and R&B drumming, you'll love Kick Snare Hat.Join Gerald Heyward, Nisan Stewart, Cora Coleman-Dunham and Aaron Spears as they take you on the ride of a lifetime. Learn what inspires them, drives them, and takes them to the top of their game.The heartbeat of Hip Hop and R&B comes from the streets. It's a dream that never dies and a lifestyle that only a few drummers will get to live. From the inner cities to the churches and from the woodsheds to the arena stages, the drummers who play the music all have a story to tell and it's as real as it gets.2-DVD setBehind-the-scenes footageInterviewsPlaying footage |
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B-Band UKKO-K Single Kick Drum Contact Mic $99.99 The B-Band UKKO-K kick drum contact mic system is a remarkable way to capture the true tonality of your kick drum consistently, conveniently, and with extreme isolation. This system consists of two important components: the UKKO DMK preamp, built with high-quality class-A electronics, and the UKKO DST1 Contact mic for superb tone. This system will work with any size kick drum, and gives you high-resolution sound, and easy setup!This mic system was designed to be able to blend-in visually with the drum kit. That is why B-Band designed the DMK preamp to be chrome colored to match most drum hardware. It is an extremely lightweight system that does not add any noticeable weight to the drum, or get in the way while performing like most other drum mic systems. It also very robust and durable, and will endure rigorous touring.Setting up and tearing down have never been this easy. The DST1 has an adhesive back that mounts easily and discreetly on the inside of the drum shell near the batter head. The DST1 lead wire is fed through the drum air hole to the DMK preamp. The preamp mounts in the air hole outside of the drum, and was specially designed to not interrupt the flow of air as the drum breathes. Being as the DMK preamp is so small in size, there is no need to remove it to put the drum in its case, leave it on and be ready for the next gig or studio session. To better capture the low frequencies of the kick drum there are two mini switches inside the DMK preamp that contour the sound for a choice of tone. One switch controls a -6dB mid cut at 330 Hz and the other is for a +6dB high boost at 5 kHz.If you have a hole cut on your resonant head or if there is no resonant head on your kick drum, this will make the UKKO-K sound thinner. It is recommended to have a solid resonant head for maximum tonal quality. |
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Audix Dp 5A 5-Piece Drum Microphone Kit $659 Drum mic industry leader Audix presents another strong grouping of professional drum mics with their DP5a 5-Piece Drum Mic Kit.Includes: one i5 snare mic, 2 - D2 tom mics, one D4 floor tom mic, one D-6 kick mic, and 4 - D-Vice gooseneck clips.i-5 snare mic2 - D2 tom micsD4 floor tom micD6 kick mic4 D-Vice gooseneck clips |
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The Drum Channel Kick Snare Hat: The Superstars of Hip-Hop and R&B - 2-DVD Set $29.95 From DW, Kick Snare Hat: The Superstars of Hip-Hop and R&B is a double DVD set shot in HD. Kick Snare Hat includes tons of behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, playing footage and bonus features with the genre's elite. And for the first time ever on film, they're playing together in one room. If you love Hip Hop and R&B drumming, you'll love Kick Snare Hat.Join Gerald Heyward, Nisan Stewart, Cora Coleman-Dunham and Aaron Spears as they take you on the ride of a lifetime. Learn what inspires them, drives them, and takes them to the top of their game.The heartbeat of Hip Hop and R&B comes from the streets. It's a dream that never dies and a lifestyle that only a few drummers will get to live. From the inner cities to the churches and from the woodsheds to the arena stages, the drummers who play the music all have a story to tell and it's as real as it gets. |
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Brand New Audio Technica Drum-microphone Kit with 3 Snare/tom Mics and 1 Kick Mic Sale Price: $109.95  |
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Brand new Audio Technica Drum-Microphone kit with 3 snare/tom mics and 1 kick mic Tailored for snare, rack toms and other highly dynamic instruments, the MB 5k snare/tom microphone offers a moving coil dynamic design with cardioid polar pattern, delivering superior off-axis rejection for maximum gain before feedback... |
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Brand New Audio Technica Drum-microphone Kit with Three Snare/tom Mics, 1 Kick Mic, and 2 Condenser Mics Included Sale Price: $229.95 |
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Brand new Audio Technica Drum-Microphone kit with three snare/tom mics, 1 kick mic, and 2 condenser mics included The comprehensive MB/Dk6 Drum Pack includes a core selection of four microphones specifically engineered for drum applications, along with two MB 4k cardioid condenser microphones ideal for drum overhead miking The three included MB 5k cardioid dynamic snare/tom microphones and one MB 6k cardioid dynamic kick microphone feature low-profile design for minimum visibility and versatile placement options around the drum kit With a condenser design and extended frequency response perfect for overheads and hi-hat, the MB 4k features versatile battery/phantom operation, rugged all-metal construction, soft-touch finish, gold-plated XLRM-type connector, and an on/off switch |
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Shure PGDMK6-XLR Drum Microphone Kit with XLR-XLR Cable List Price: $975.14 Sale Price: $399.00 Used From: $325.00 |
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An essential drum mic package, the affordable PGDMK6 drum microphone kit combines two PG81 instrument microphones with three PG56 snare/tom microphones and one PG52 kick drum microphone. It also includes three A50D drum mounts, four 15-foot XLR-XLR cables, and a durable carrying case... |
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CAD PRO-7 7-Piece Drum Microphone Pack List Price: $299.99 Sale Price: $190.07 |
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This all-in-one drum microphone package by CAD contains one KM212 dynamic cardioid kick drum mic, 3 TM211 dynamic cardioid tom mics with attached drum mount clips, one SN 210 dynamic cardioid snare mic with attached drum mount clip, and 2 CM 217 cardioid mini pencil condenser overhead microphones with external roll-off and pad... |
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Shure DMK57-52 Drum Microphone Kit List Price: $536.00 Sale Price: $379.00 Used From: $389.00 |
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The DMK57-52 Drum Mic Kit is a conveniently packaged selection of microphones and mounts, designed to offer a core package of microphones for recording and performing drummers at a great price. The Drum Mic Kit includes three SM57 microphones, one Beta 52A microphone, three A56D drum-mounting systems, and a durable carrying case... |
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Audio Technica Midnight Blues Drum Microphone Pack MB/DK4 List Price: $199.00 Sale Price: $98.89 |
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The MBDK4 Drum Pack includes four microphones engineered for drum applications. The three included MB5K snare/tom microphones and one MB6K Kick microphone feature a low-profile design for versatile placement around your kit. |
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Audix FP5 Fusion Drum Pack Percussion Microphones and (5) 20 Ft Sonic Sense Mic Cables Sale Price: $349.00 |
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Sonic Sense package includes the Audix FP5 drum mic package (with (1) f5 dynamic mic, (3) f2 dynamics, (1) f6 dynamic, (4) DClips, (1) MC1 clip, (1) Aluminum carrying case with foam inserts.) and (5) Sonic Sense 20 Ft mic cables... |
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Samson 5KIT 5 Piece Drum Microphone System+5 XLR Cables Sale Price: $159.00 |
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A comprehensive drum mic set up in a sturdy road case. The Samson 5KIT utilizes state-of-the-art microphone technology and each microphone is engineered to the finest detail for the drum it is to be used on... |
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AV-JEFE PMM22 Professional Wind Instrument Microphone (with Regular XLR Connector). Can work with a mixer which has phantom power function. Sale Price: $89.99 |
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AV-JEFE PMM22 is a mini condenser clip-on microphone for wind instruments, such as horns, trumpets, clarinets, and saxophones. The goose neck design is for accurate microphone positioning. It integrates a mini shock mount holder for element protection and handling noise rejection... |
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7KIT Drum Microphone Package List Price: $419.99 Sale Price: $249.00 |
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The Samson 7kit is a complete collection of 7 dynamic microphones, all intended for the professional recording of an acoustic drum kit. Theyre easy to set up and get great professional results at a very attractive price... |
Panjabi Mc - Indian Timing (album Review)
Disregarding the dubious release of ‘Steel Bangle’, Panjabi MC is back with a proper new album since ‘Desi’ (2001). Aptly titled ‘Indian Timing’ the brand new 20 track album features up to 79 minutes of music on one cd! That must be a first for any Bhangra album surely?
Bhangra has changed since the 90’s; the time when Panjabi MC was at his peak. 2008 heralds a new beginning for the Coventry man, but will Indian Timing be able to live up to the previous hits albums?
A tumbi solo kicks off “Cant Stop Us” which has been sung by Jelly Manjeetpuri or Manjeet Jelhi depending on what you want to call him. He features heavily throughout this album. PMC was recently on radio and described his own style as ‘Dre with Dhol’, Cant Stop Us feels something like that. The thing that strikes me most about this is the simplicity in the production, not in a bad way though, PMC has let the vocalist and the dhol do all the work. A pretty good start to the album, the simplicity of the production can be seen as a let down by some but in my opinion it works perfectly. The dhol solo midway through the track really gears you up for the chorus.
Any one old enough to remember the A-Team will enjoy this track. Talk about bringing back memories! PMC has actually gained the official licence for this sample on “Panjabi Soldiers (A-Team)” which has once again been sung by Jelly Manjeetpuri. One thing I like most about this song (apart from the excellent sampling) is the choice of lyrics; they actually go with the theme of the song. Panjabi Soldiers or Soormeh as the song mentions does give a very ‘Panjabi A team’ feel. The percussion on this track by a whole host of artists is phenomenal and fits perfect with the raw guitar riffs overlapping the vocals by Jelly. When I first heard PMC was sampling the A-Team I thought it would be a cheesy track, but it actually works really well….Maybe a A-team themed video?
I first heard “Snake Charmer” around a year and half ago, I didn’t really like it. Albeit it was an early demo of the track, I just wasn’t feeling it. Now we’re treated to full finished version sung by Jelly again. PMC called this track ‘his baby’ and you can see why. It’s going to tear up dancefloors across the world. The bheen has been used perfectly and the addition of extra kicks, snares and beats working alongside the tumbi and dhol really in perfect cohesion. Oh and a special mention to the bassline… Do I like this track now? Hell yeah!
“Im Nin Alu (Shake It)” follows and totally changes the album direction with this Arabic themed track. Panjabi MC became fascinated with mixing east with west when he heard this songs sample on an old Rakim track all the way back in the 80’s. Having now gained official clearance he puts his own touch on it. Never really been too fond of Arabic tracks, but I have to say it is well made, maybe just not my cup of tea.
Manjeet Jelhi returns again on “Stop What Your Doing (Chan Varga)” which features the rapping of Stimuli. Remember Tigerstyle sampled Micheal Jackons Billy Jean, PMC has got the same vibe going on here, but the baseline of the traditional sample is cut short, quite smartly I think. The faint guitar flicks are an addictive addition and I’m feeling the rapping by stimuli, the vocals from Jelly come in 1 minute in and really suit the song. Another impressive and catchy song
I’m sure everyone was a little ‘what the fc&k?’ when they saw the words “I am a Disco Dancer” on a Panjabi MC album. Once again it really feels Panjabi MC has gone a long way in legitimizing Bhangra, he has been able to gain sample clearance with the original vocals from Bollywood veteran Bappi Lahiri. You know what? I really like this song, I know I’m not supposed to like cheesy Bollywood songs but Panjabi MC has added a funky 90’s dance beat over the original that works so well. I feel I’ve lost some self respect in enjoying this song, but if anyone could pull it off…
Do it again yeah do it again…..you all know what’s coming right? “Kee Lagh Da” is being touted by many as the next Panjabi MC ‘anthem’, one thing is for sure the catchy hook line, the impulsive tumbi and the thumping baseline will get dance floors packed. Panjabi MC has a knack of leaving a simple dhol beat alongside the vocals, he did in ‘cant stop us’ and it works so well on this track. I’m sure once you heard this song you’ll be singing; ohhh teraa ki lagda?!
Everything is slowed down on “Indian Timing (Jeona Mour)” which sees Panjabi MC sample of Jeona Mour sung by Gulshan Komal. It also sees Panjabi MC’s first serious attempt at MC-ing in this album and anyone who has followed PMC throughout his career would know he is probably one of the best ‘Bhangra’ rappers. This is one of the most controversial songs of the year, everyone wants to know just who or what is Panjabi MC talking about? He begins in 2000 and talks about the journey to present day. It’s quite obvious he is mentioning a number of people who have betrayed him along the way; be it artists/friends (Kray Twinz?) and record labels who have tried to screw him over. “2005, the industry tries, but we still don’t die” referring to his ongoing dispute with Moviebox records during 2005. To be honest this song can be analysed in so many ways, it’s a great record and the way Panjabi MC has used the sample alongside the additional production makes this one grimey song.
Manjeet Jelhi returns on “Panjaban” and for me this is one of the weaker Bhangra tracks on the album, it just doesn’t grab my attention like the rest. Although the lyrics are witty it and does have a message for you girls out there. Decent enough track.
I’m not really sure about how to describe this next track. PMC and Surinder Shinda has always been a deadly combo, from the original Junglist Mirza, to Part 2, throwing in some Sassi. I mean to this day Mirza part 2 remains one of the few tracks that can make the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. So it’s safe to say that my expectations were high for
“Makhna”.
It kicks off with a live Panjabi MC set at Hansraj College (New Delhi), this could possibly be one of the best intros that lead into a song. Makhna…ai hoi? Talk about getting you in the mood. The song itself drops into one of the dirtiest baselines I’ve heard on a Bhangra track with the vocals of Surinder Shinda overlapping a simple but ever so effective beat. They say you can’t really re-work a classic and beat it, I know this may sound controversial, but PMC has taken Alaap’s ‘Makhna’ and has made this Surinder Shinda version a classic in its own right. Just make sure you have worthwhile subs whilst listening to this…and turn the volume up!
Panjabi MC was one of the first to really use reggae effectively in Bhangra and his back on that tip with
“Jagga”
sung by the talented Sabar Koti. PMC has also sampled this with ‘Nuff Man Them” straight outta Kingston, Jamaica. This is one RAW tune. The b-line is just toxic, and as for the sample? It works perfectly. This really reminds me of the old PMC pre-legalized, with the difference being he has secured all rights for any sample used. Just sit back and enjoy this one, not much else you can do.
Following on from the chilled out theme I feel as though I’ve been taken back in time to ‘Grass Roots’, were PMC brought out a song called ‘Sweeter’. “Holiday” in my humble opinion is one of the best songs on the album. It’s just pure chill out. The tumbi solo over the tabla and simple keys. Take me on a jet-set holiday…
“Bhet Ke Roh Leh De” continues the theme of songs being a little more laid back, it seems as though the first half of the album was reserved for the full blown Bhangra tracks and the second part being those you just zone out to (in a legal way of course). This track is an interesting concept; PMC mentioned in an interview that the Punjabi vocalist (Gulshan Meer) was actually the tea man at a Punjab studio who had persuaded PMC that he could sing. The rapper (Sharpp) was someone who handed PMC a demo outside a studio in New York. I guess the beauty of this track is, we are never going to hear from any of these guys again, which is a shame because the Punjabi vocals are sick! Sometimes it’s the small details that make a song.
“Boliyan” is next and can be seen as the follow up to the now infamous Kori. It’s not really a patch on Kori or for that not an effective Boliyan. The lyrics for me aren’t original enough, and we’ve heard them before. The beat and general flow of the song is a little off. Maybe it’s just me but this song is surprisingly one of the weaker efforts.
PMC dusts off his mic for “So Can We” which features a sample of the Kuldip Manak classic ‘GT Road’. I guess this song won’t appeal to most Punjabi purists, some people might consider this to be slaughtering a classic. I can see were they’re coming from, but the beat laid down by PMC is gritty and for me the song works well.
Panjabi MC deals with another legendary vocalist this time with the late Amar Singh Chamkilla who was gunned down in the late 80’s. “Kaadha Soorma” features a very old (as you would expect) vocal over a grimy guitar. Not really hitting the right notes for me though.
“Chips” is next and is an all out rap single featuring Panjabi MC and soul vocalist V12. I know what your thinking..oh no rap song! But this song has really grown on me, to the point I’m skipping the whole album just for this single. The beat is smooth; you just have to vibe to this. The rapping and lyrics by PMC is very interesting, he talks about his experience from the beginning to when he found fame through Mundian tu Bach ke. ‘who do you think chased those skinheads from foleshill’, sees PMC refer to the forgotten race riots that occurred in his hometown of Coventry in the 80’s. It’s hard to explain what is so good to about this song, but It makes a change hearing some honest rapping coming from a asian rapper, rather than the bullshit wannabe act we’re all subjected to.
“Pyar” is next and is track number eighteen. It’s another Bollywood track but doesn’t really get me going like disco dancer (cant believe I’ve said that). A decent number, but it’s not the first time PMC has done Bollywood, with his ‘chori chori’ featuring Labh Janjua becoming popular a few years back.
“Night Time” is the penultimate track and somewhat follows on from Holiday, with female vocalist Emelza on the vocals again. It’s a decent track but Holiday any day for me.
The final song is “Aaja Sohniya (Part One)” which has been sung by Kamaljeet Kaur, who also sung the boliyan prior. First thing that hits me is the keys, it’s a throwback to Mirza Part 2, not a identikit copy though. It also is a very good way to finish this album off…following on from much of the second part of this album, its just a song you sit back to. The flute by dev raj jassal really adds a special touch, in a way it also reminds me of Ghalla Gurian. Top tune.
A mammoth 20 tracks, I guess those who doubted Panjabi MC (you know who you are) should really be taking back their words. This is one hell of an ‘album’. I’m sure some songs were cut down in order to fit into the 80minute limit, it just shows how much material Panjabi MC had lined up for this album.
Much of the album is a throwback to the pre-legalized era; were Punjabi MC enjoyed so much success with Grass Roots, 100% proof and souled out. A lot of the production can be classed as simple, but none of the songs seem out of the place, everything fits like a big jigsaw puzzle.
The numerous hit singles; Can’t Stop Us, Panjabi Soldiers, Snake Charmer, Ke Laghda, Makhna, Chan Varga, Jagga. And those are only the full blown Punjabi tracks. I have a number of personal favourites such as Chips, Holiday that go to show that if anyone is able to push together east and west it’s Panjabi MC.
The album cover states that the album was ‘produced on tour’ and you can tell. It’s made to wreak havoc on the dancefloors, not only in the UK but across the world. Panjabi MC is a global brand, but it’s quite heartening that in a way he did not sell short Bhangra by bringing out a commercialized album to fit with the mainstream, he brought out an album and made music that he has been doing for years, and that’s why this album is so good. Even the rapping by Panjabi MC is great, Indian Timing (Jeona Mour), So Can We & Chips all feature strong lyrical content.
Indian Timing is a great great great album and for those who are still wondering whether to buy it, or maybe you have already downloaded it. Go out and support Panjabi MC, because it will be along time before you get to see another Bhangra album filled with 20 tracks that each tell their own unique story.
I don’t think I’ve used the word filler once in this review, I really haven’t felt the need to.
Album summed up in three words: PMC Is Back!
Panjabi MC – Indian Timing gets a 8.5/10
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