BIG 92.7 FM, Bangalore celebrates 75th Anniversary of Kannada Films

 

CD cover for Karunaada Sangeetha Vaibhava

Bangalore: BIG 92.7 FM, Bangalore’s No1 FM station celebrates the 75th year of Kannada Film industry with the launch of Airtel Karunaada Sangeetha Vaibhava, a musical repertoire from the golden era of Kannada film music which is exclusively marketed by IndiaTales. BIG 92.7 FM is the official Radio Partner for this musical selection and has lined up a host of on-air programs and live interviews to relive this era. This is a rare combination of original singers and upcoming talented voices.

A tribute to the evergreen music directors, Rajan-Nagendra, this collection has 60 carefully selected songs of these legendary music directors divided into 5 genres or CDs of 12 songs each and a Sing Along Karaoke DVD.

1. Aradhane – Devotional songs

2. Anubandha – Romantic

3. Aadumaathu – Folk Songs

4. Anudhina – Contemporary

5. Arpane – Rajkumar Hits

6. Aadhiraaga – Karaoke DVD to sing and swing along to the melodies of all the 60 songs of “Airtel Karunaada Sangeetha Vaibhava.”

“This is an endeavour to bring yesteryears’ golden songs to music lovers. There is a huge fan following for the nostalgic melodies of the past era as per the legendary Rajan-Nagendra. Kannadigas love music and they enjoy listening to good lyrics with the right beat. This music recreation is a tribute to Kannadiga music lovers and the superheroes of our soil like Dr. Rajkumar. This music album, involving elaborate production values, shall always be remembered as Rajan-Nagendra’s & IndiaTales’ memorable Gift to the Kannadiga music lovers.” says Mr. Nalin Singh, Managing Director of IndiaTales and Producer of this album.

Speaking on the association, Mr. Sunil Kumaran, Cluster Head – Karnataka & Kerala, BIG 92.7 FM said “We are proud to be associated with Airtel Karunaada Sangeetha Vaibhava as its Radio partner. With this music collection, we are trying to relive popular heroes of yesteryears. It is our endeavor to keep offering content that is enriching and value adding to our listeners and through these timeless classics, we hope to bridge the gap between the old and the young.”

BIG 92.7 FM RJ’s across Bangalore, Mangalore & Mysore will be promoting this music collection across its time bands along with artist interviews. BIG RJ’s will conduct contests and give away free CD packs to the lucky winners.

Uniqueness of the album

a. These are melodies recreated with artists’ sound bytes describing their feelings about the golden era and the changes they see now

b. This album is being produced under the guidance and presence of the legendary music director

c. It will have karaoke tracks for music lovers to sing along and remember the wonderful era perhaps forever

d. For the first time an option of pre order for an exclusive platinum pack which will have the entire pack of the recreated golden era with Karaoke tracks and the making of this album for just Rs 299/- on www.indiatales.com and all music store across Karnataka.

e. Taking cognizance of the huge demand, we have provided this benefit of pre order booking at 10% discount.

Album Sponsors:

Platinum Sponsors – Airtel

Radio Partner – BIG 92.7 FM

TV Partner – Zee Kannada

BIG 92.7 FM celebrates Bengaluru Habba

Airtel Bengaluru Habba, the largest cultural event of the year is back for the 5th consecutive year. This year, Habba is spread over 15 locations for a period of 8 days from 15th to 22nd of Feb and brings with it a series of performances and shows with popular names from across the country. BIG 92.7 FM, the No 1 FM station in the city is the Official Radio Partner for Bengaluru Habba for the second consecutive year. The station on this occasion has lined up a host of on-air programs and live shows to promote this culturally vibrant festival.

RJ Rohith & RJ Rashmi hosting Bengaluru Habba on 21st Feb

BIG 92.7 FM’s popular RJs Rohith & Rashmi hosted the grand inaugural function on 15th Feb while RJs Harsha & Shruthi will be hosting select shows for Habba across different venues and entertain the audiences with their smart wit and humor. BIG RJs will be promoting Habba programs on-air with artist interviews, contests and updates on various artists performing on a day to day basis. VIP passes will also be given away to lucky winners.

RJ Archana & RJ Harsha at Bengaluru Habba

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sunil Kumaran, Cluster Head – Karnataka & Kerala, BIG 92.7 FM said “We are proud to be associated with Bengaluru Habba as their official radio partner for the second time. As the leading FM station with the highest reach in the city we will ensure that the Habba connects with all Kannadiaga and is a huge success this year too. Our RJs will not only help connect Habba with thousands of listeners across the city but also spread the spirit of the festival over the coming week”.

Child artists perform during the grand finale of Habba

For more details on the program schedules, pls visit this weblink www.bengaluruhabba.co.in

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BIG 92.7 FM visits Karunashraya on World Cancer Day

BIG 92.7 FM, Bangalore, in its continued efforts to contribute to the society and impact listeners lives in a positive manner, observed ‘World Cancer Day’ with a difference. With an aim to spread awareness about cancer prevention, the station initiated an on-air and on-ground activity. They spoke about various methods of preventing this deadly disease and also interacted with cancer patients and prominent doctors across the city.

As part of the station’s on-ground activity, BIG FM’s RJ Rohith visited a Bangalore Hospice Trust called ‘Karunashraya’ located on the outskirts. This centre spread provides in-patient care for over 35 terminal cancer patients. RJ Rohith brought some cheer to these patients by entertaining them with his popular pranks. He even got a few of them to sing their favourite tunes. Special song requests and dedications made by these patients were also catered to.

RJ Rohith with staff of Karunashraya

BIG 92.7 FM’s RJ Rohith says “This experience has renewed my sense of commitment towards society. Interacting with the patients was a reality check. On World Cancer Day, these are the kind of people we can look to as role models. People who are so uncertain of their future and yet to so happy and cheerful in their outlook to life.”

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