#Anthem of the Sun 1968

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ALL AMERICAN, ALL THE TIME -- LIVE DEAD IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST.

PIC(S) INFO: Spotlight on American psychedelic rock band the GRATEFUL DEAD, performing live at Betty Nelson’s organic raspberry farm, Sky River Rock Festival, Washington State, on September 2, 1968, where the band reportedly delved into a deep psychedelic set, opening with charged-up 32 minutes of:

"DARK STAR" > "ST. STEPHEN" > "THE ELEVEN" > "DEATH DON’T HAVE NO MERCY."

Source: https://x.com/bourgwick/status/1036386176641445891.

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Grateful Dead - Anthem of the Sun. 18/07/1968

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Released 55 years ago today

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Long ago BIG INTERNATIONAL SPORTS EVENTS stopped giving a FUCK to me, now they seem to me trivial events, loaded with political ideology and strong economic interests, with an obvious halo of corruption and favoritism, from the World Cup Soccer, the Super Bowl, the Major Leagues, the NBA and by of course, the OLYMPIC GAMES.

And it's not that this has started in Paris, the Qatar world cup left hundreds, maybe thousands of immigrants dead, forced to work in the desert under the terrible sun, in temperatures exceeding 40 degrees to build the stadiums where the parties, workers in slavery conditions without any nation defending freedom, democracy and human rights saying anything.

Some of the cities that were Olympic headquarters could never recover from the economic cost that an event like this brings, such as Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, the same Greece that shortly after experienced one of its worst economic crises and others whose nations practically disappeared as Sarajevo 1984, whose country, Yugoslavia, disintegrated a few years later, even the Olympics of Mexico 1968, which was DAMNED by the murder of students, only 10 days earlier, in the Plaza de las Three Cultures in Tlatelolco, and not to say Munich 1972, which would be the most modern Olympics until then in history, the first to use electronic timers, the most modern stadiums, the most advanced technology of its time, tarnished by the killing of Israeli athletes at the Olympic Villa itself by the SEPTEMBER group black is where the point is.

The Olympics emerged in ancient Greece 700 years BC, this, to worship the God Zeus, was held every 4 years, on Mount Olympus, hence the name, the purpose, besides the religious character, was the competition between the different states that confirmed Greece, nations in conflict and wars, but that for a moment, for a week, these were set aside, left weapons and exchanged for bullets, disks, jabalines, races, the fight was one of the most anticipated events where the best warriors competed naked body to body, but without getting to death, every hostile act was left for a week forbidden, even the common crime, to call it somehow, was a week of veneration, peace, a truce that everyone respected, even after confrontation and war returned.

But now, beyond the SINGING BEHEADED QUEENS, Drag Queens dancing sensually next to children, semi-naked men showing their genitals, transvestites, sexualized children, no longer gay couples, but GROUPS, the performance of the Last Supper by Drag Queens, a grotesque FREEDOM with morbid obesity, the promotion of BODY POSITIVE, i.e. the "pride" for the physical and the body, regardless of whether you weigh 130 kilos which is harmful to health, WOKE culture, PROGRESS, PRIDE, "love is love" the Rastia P D and a GROTESCO and BIZARRE Daddy Smurf belly showing his testicles blues, all of this, in an "INTERNATIONAL, FAMILY, SPORTS EVENT" that looked more like a bacanal or an 0rgy4 or a ritual on Jeffrey Epstein's island.

Even more ABOMINABLE than this: the SEGREGATION of Russia and Belarus because of the conflict in Ukraine.

Forced to attend as NEUTRAL NATIONS, unable to use their flags or sing their anthems, this, while Israel attends without any problem despite the G NOCIDIO in Gaza, would seem to be the same: an INVASION of Russia to Ukraine and Israel to Gaza, but it is not so, while Israel bombs a poor nation, civilians, women and children unarmed, defenseless, hungry, sick, mutilated, Russia fights from your to you against an army, against NATO, against the European Union, against the United States, Russia is the most sanctioned country currently and has offered the peace practically from the beginning of the conflict, those who do not want peace, are the companies, the dark interests, the arms industry, many of them, PRESENT, PROUD SPONSORS OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES.

Why is one nation forced to conceal it's identity and another not? It's not that Israel was done to the same thing Russia has, it's that no nation should be segregates

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In The Rock 7/18/1968: The Grateful Dead release their second album, ‘Anthem of the Sun’. #GratefulDead #RockHonorRoll

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Once Grateful, Not Dead, Tom Constanten Turns 80

Though he was Dead for two years, Tom Constantan survived, and today, the keyboardist known affectionately as T.C. turns 80.

Presumably, he’s Grateful.

Born March 19, 1944, Constantan joined the Grateful Dead in 1968 and was gone by 1970. But in that time, he toured extensively with the group and appeared on Anthem of the Sun, Aoxomoxoa and Live/Dead.

He’s one of 12 Grateful Dead members - 11 if you don’t count Bruce Hornsby - and is the only keyboardist besides Hornsby not to fall victim to the band’s curse that took Ron “Pigpen” McKernan, Keith Godchaux, Brent Mydland and Vince Welnick at unnaturally young ages.

Esoteric even in the Dead’s camp, Constanten continues to make far-out music and play gigs here and there. At 80, and joining his former bandmates Phil Lesh, 84, and Mickey Hart, 80, in life’s ninth decade, Constanten’s trip has surely been long … and strange.

3/19/24

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"Universally, poetry of resistance is consciously committed to the global revolution as this revolution is, ultimately, the context that the local revolutionary movement grows within, influences, and is influenced by.

The resistance literature we have in our hands draws our attention to the remarkable quantity and quality of productions chanting for the revolutions of the world and their common causes for freedom. This poem by Mahmoud Darwish titled “Cuban Anthems” expresses the essence of this commitment and its significance:

I touched neither the sugar cane Nor the green land I did not ride a fisherman’s boat in the Caribbean I did not splash a drop of water I did not stay at a hotel for tourists and strangers I did not get drunk in Havana on the sweat of the poor I did not dip my pen in the wound of the wretched and miserable I did not read Cuban poetry But I have of Cuba things and more For the words of revolution are light Read in all languages And the eyes of the revolution are a sun That rains in all weddings And the anthem of the revolution is a melody Known by all bells And the flag in Cuba Is held by the revolutionary in the Aurès And the roots of revolution, no matter how many branches they grow They sprout from the same barricade And the blue, red, and green flame Sparks from the same anger So keep warm… And kindle another fire O you people who feel cold.

When we said that the different dimensions of a resistance literary work coalesce strongly around one central axis, which is the axis of the writer’s own resistance, we were actually summarising this poem in one sentence."

[mymelodic-chapel]

Grateful Dead- Anthem of the Sun (Psychedelic Rock, Acid Rock) Released: July 18, 1968 [Warner Bros.-Seven Arts Records] Producer(s): Grateful Dead, David Hassinger

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Celine Dion: Bio, Personal Life, and Interesting Facts

Celine Dion is a name that resonates with music lovers around the world. Her powerful voice, emotional performances, and remarkable career have made her an iconic figure in the music industry. This article delves into the extraordinary journey of Celine Dion, from her early life and career beginnings to her lasting impact on pop music. Bio/Wiki Information Details Full Name Celine Marie Claudette Dion Nickname Celine Dion Profession(s) Singer, Songwriter Date of Birth March 30, 1968 Age (as in 2023) 55 Birthplace Charlemagne, Quebec, Canada Zodiac Sign/Sun Sign Aries Nationality Canadian Ethnicity French-Canadian Physical Stats & More Information Details Height (approx.) 5'7" (170 cm) Weight (approx.) 128 lbs (58 kg) Figure Measurements (approx.) 34-24-34 inches Eye Color Dark Brown Hair Color Light Brown Personal Life Information Details Marital Status Married Spouse (Husband/Wife) René Angélil (deceased) / Married since 1994 Children 1. René-Charles Angélil (son) 2. Eddy Angélil (twin son) 3. Nelson Angélil (twin son) Parents Father: Adhémar Dion Mother: Thérèse Tanguay-Dion Siblings 13 siblings Education & Career Information Details School Ecole Sainte-Marguerite-Bourgeoys, Charlemagne, Quebec College/University N/A Educational Qualification High School Graduate Debut Studio album: "La voix du bon Dieu" (1981) Hobbies, Awards, and Honors Information Details Hobbies Playing golf, swimming, painting Awards Numerous awards and accolades in music industry Honors Order of Canada, Order of Quebec Favorite Things Information Details Favorite Sport Golf Favorite Film "Titanic" Favorite Singer Aretha Franklin Favorite Food Poutine (Canadian dish) Style Quotient Chic and elegant Car(s) Collection N/A Money Factor Net Worth (approx.): $800 million Social Media and Official Website Information Details Facebook Celine Dion on Facebook Twitter Celine Dion on Twitter Instagram Celine Dion on Instagram TikTok N/A Snapchat N/A Website Official Website Early Life and Career Beginnings Celine Dion was born in Charlemagne, Quebec, in 1968. She grew up in a large family, being the youngest of 14 children. Her parents, Thérèse and Adhémar Dion, instilled a love for music in their children. Celine's talent was evident from a young age, and she began her musical journey by performing at her family's piano bar . Celine Dion's Music and Achievements Throughout her career, Celine Dion has achieved remarkable success in the music industry. Her music resonates with millions of people worldwide, resulting in chart-topping hits and record-breaking album sales. With more than 250 million albums sold, Celine Dion is undeniably one of the most successful performers in pop music history . Her powerful and emotive voice, coupled with heartfelt ballads and energetic anthems, has captivated audiences for decades. Songs like "My Heart Will Go On," "The Power of Love," and "Because You Loved Me" have become timeless classics, cementing Celine Dion's status as a musical icon. Celine Dion's Influence on Pop Music Celine Dion's influence extends beyond her commercial success. She has inspired countless artists with her unique vocal abilities and passionate performances. Her ability to convey deep emotions through music has set a standard for many aspiring singers. Moreover, Celine Dion's success in the English-speaking music market as a French-Canadian artist has broken down barriers and paved the way for other non-English-speaking artists to achieve global recognition. Her bilingualism has allowed her to connect with audiences from various cultures and backgrounds, solidifying her status as a truly international superstar. Recent Challenges Faced by Celine Dion Despite her immense success, Celine Dion has faced personal challenges in recent years. In 2022, she revealed that she had been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder with features of autoimmune disease . This diagnosis has presented significant obstacles in her life and career. As a result of her health condition, Celine Dion made the difficult decision to cancel all her scheduled tour dates through April 2024 . This news saddened her fans worldwide, who eagerly anticipated her live performances. However, Celine Dion's determination and resilience continue to inspire her fans as she faces this challenging period in her life. The Enduring Legacy of Celine Dion Celine Dion's impact on the music industry is undeniable. Her contributions have shaped the pop music landscape, and her influence continues to be felt by both artists and fans. Her unique vocal range, emotional depth, and remarkable stage presence have left an indelible mark on the world of music. Regardless of the challenges she faces, Celine Dion's legacy remains intact. Her music will continue to inspire and touch the hearts of people for generations to come. She is a true testament to the power of talent, perseverance, and the ability of music to transcend barriers. Interesting Facts - Celine Dion gained international recognition with her iconic song "My Heart Will Go On" from the film "Titanic." - She has sold over 250 million albums worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. - Celine Dion's husband and manager, René Angélil, played a crucial role in her career, and they had a loving and enduring relationship until his passing in 2016. - She is known for her philanthropy work and has supported various charitable causes, including organizations focused on healthcare and disaster relief efforts Conclusion Celine Dion's journey from a small town in Quebec to global stardom is a testament to her exceptional talent and unwavering passion for music. Her remarkable career achievements, chart-topping hits, and enduring legacy have made her an iconic figure in the music industry. Despite recent health challenges, Celine Dion's influence and impact continue to resonate with millions of fans worldwide. FAQs 1. What is Celine Dion's early life like? Celine Dion was born in Charlemagne, Quebec, in 1968. She grew up in a large family and began her musical journey by performing at her family's piano bar. 2. How successful is Celine Dion in the music industry? Celine Dion has sold over 250 million albums worldwide, making her one of the most successful performers in pop music history. Her chart-topping hits and emotional performances have captivated audiences globally. 3. What challenges has Celine Dion faced recently? Celine Dion revealed in 2022 that she has been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder. As a result, she has canceled all her scheduled tour dates through April 2024. 4. What is Celine Dion's impact on pop music? Celine Dion's influence on pop music is significant. Her powerful voice, emotional performances, and bilingualism have set a standard for aspiring singers. She has also broken down barriers for non-English-speaking artists, inspiring global recognition and success. 5. What is Celine Dion's enduring legacy? Celine Dion's enduring legacy lies in her contributions to the music industry. Her talent, perseverance, and remarkable stage presence have left an indelible mark. Her music will continue to inspire and touch the hearts of people for generations to come.   Image Credits: Press Read the full article

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56 YEARS AGO TODAY, ALSO ON A WEDNESDAY -- THE SECOND SET WAS DEDICATED TO NEAL CASSADY.

PIC INFO: Resolution at 2236x2237 -- Spotlight on a "Be Mine" GRATEFUL DEAD & COUNTRY JOE & THE FISH concert poster, performing live at the Carousel Ballroom, San Francisco, CA, on St. Valentine's Day, February 14, 1968. Artwork by Stanley Mouse.

POSTER OVERVIEW: "A very interesting square-shaped poster for the Dead's Valentine's Day 1968 concert, with support from COUNTRY JOE AND THE FISH. Artist Stanley Mouse designed this as a vintage Valentine Card, complete with a goofy-looking cupid and a vintage photo of an earnest young man. Note the "Lights by LSD" and "Stick to weed it's safe" notations.

In memoriam: Neal Cassady, Ron "Pigpen" McKernan, & Jerry Garcia -- more legends lost.

Source: Heritage Auctions (Entertainment & Multimedia).

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Lecture 9: British psychedelic rock band Pink Floyd performs on French television, February 20, 1968. Note the evolution of their sound, even in the short span of time since “Astronomy Domine” on their debut album, Piper at the Gates Dawn, released in August 1967.  In this clip, the band performs their dark psychedelic anthem “Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun,” written by the member who would become the main creative force behind the band after Syd Barrett’s departure, Roger Waters. Founder Syd Barrett left the band a few months later, in April 1968.

[everydayesterday]

In 1963, he started his music career in Clarksville, Tennessee (near the Fort Campbell military base), before moving to Nashville to play the club circuit with his band, the King Kasuals.  Following that, he stepped onto the R&B scene as a backing musician, performing with such artists the Isley Brothers, bouncing between Harlem and LA.

In September of 1966, he struck off on his own, and formed the Jimi Hendrix Experience (originally the Jimmy Hendrix Experience) in London on the advisement of Chas Chandler of The Animals (they of ‘House of the Rising Sun’ and ‘We’ve Gotta Get Out of This Place’).

Just three months later, the Experience had formed a reputation and was playing packed clubs, populated by the likes of Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, The Beatles, The Who, The Rolling Stones.

March of 1967 saw him and notoriously set his guitar on fire at the end of a live set, while on the UK charts he scored his third Top 10 hit (in the span of 4 months).

By the end of 1968, the Experience had released 3 albums.  They broke up in January of 1969.

August of 1969 marked the legendary Woodstock festival, a highlight being an equally legendary performance of the American national anthem, ‘The Star-Spangled Banner.’

In September of 1970 he died of asphyxiation related to drug use.

4 years as a solo artist.  7 years in the music industry.  That’s all.  For one of the greatest musicians of all time.

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Anthem Of The Sun (1968)

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30 June Kalyanji Virji Shah (Kalyanji-Anandji): 92nd Birth Anniversary

By

Siraj Syed

Kalyanji Virji Shah (Kalyanji-Anandji): 92nd Birth Anniversary 30 June 1928-24 August 2000

From sleeve notes written for SaReGaMa’s LEGENDS CD set in 2009: More than half a century after the cobra swayed to the clavioline, masquerading as the been, in ‘Tan dole mera man dole’, its notes still reverberate across India, and in many other parts of the world. It was, and remains, Kalyanji Virji Shah’s best-known musical signature. Kalyanji had first used the instrument in a film called Naag Panchami (1953, music Chitragupta), but that went largely un-noticed. ‘Tan dole’, a Hemant Kumar tune from a box-office hit, was the chart-topper of 1954, so listeners took good notice of its mesmerising been theme. Developed in France by a designer named Constant Martin, the clavioline was introduced in 1947. Five years later, musician Kalyanji was playing it here, in India, in film song takes. Four years after Nagin, Kalyanji had arrived as music director, with Samrat Chandragupta. And the following year, younger brother Anandji, who was a child actor and chorus singer too, joined him to create the K-A team that stood firm for over 40 years. Nevertheless, as Anandji, some four years younger (now 88), is often heard saying, “Kalyanjibhai is watching all this from above. He is very much with us in spirit.” Kalyanji Virji Shah died in the year 2000, at the age of 72.

Born in Kundrodi village of the Mundra taluka in Kutchh, the brothers grew up in Mumbai, where their father ran a food-grain store. Inclined more towards music than academics, they developed the self-taught ability to play a host of instruments, and formed part of school bands. By 1944-45, the teenager siblings had started playing in film song recordings. Big brother set up his own band in 1950, calling it Kalyanji and Party, with Purshottam Upadhyaya singing ‘Too mera chaand maen teree chaandnee’, the super-hit Naushad tune from Dillagi, to thunderous encores. The band performed in Bombay and in other nearby towns. For a while, the businessman in him did surface, and Kalyanji started a tailoring shop in partnership with a friend. Destiny, however, ensured that the shop did not prosper, drawing Kalyanji even closer to a world where a needle was something that played a gramophone record, not a device to stitch clothes with.

Many of us have heard the popular tunes the brothers composed for films like Samrat Chandragupta, Bedard Zamana Kya Jane, Chhalia and Bluff Master, the last two being the earliest directorial forays of director Manmohan Desai, but few would be aware that it was producer Subhash Desai, Manmohan’s brother, who gave Kalyanji his music directorial his break. Impressed with his prowess at song recordings of various recognised composers, Subhash saw a competent future music director in Kalyanji, and made him an offer that was strange, but nevertheless one that he could not refuse. Would he agree to a contract offering him 11 film assignments as music director, with a fee of Rs. 5,000 for the first film, Rs. 10,000 for the second…a recurring Rs. 5,000 increment per film, non-negotiable? The offer was too good to resist, so Kalyanji agreed, but he did ask Subhash, “Why11 films? Why not 10? Or 12?” The reply was convincing, “Eleven is my lucky number.” As it transpired, they did not do 11 films together, but Kalyanji’s career choice was made.

The K-A success story begins with Kalyanji’s kingly debut, Samrat Chandragupta. ‘Chahe paas ho’ is a touching lyric, with a tinge of sadness, as is the next number, ‘Door kahin tu chal’, another Rafi-Lata duet, from Bedard Zamana Kya Jaane, both penned by Bharat Vyas. With a title like Madari, there had to be a snake-charmer and his been in play, and the theme track, penned by Faruk Kaiser and rendered by Lata and Mukesh, indeed provided flashbacks of the legendary Kalyanji patent. Soon after he wrote his first song for them in Chandrasena, Gulshan Bawra penned a real gem in Satta Bazar, and this time the brothers invited their mentor Hemant Kumar to join Lata in the recording room, with amazing results. Who can forget ‘Tumhe yaad hoga’? Not yet the He Man he was to become in his later years, Dharmendra in Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere was emoting to Mukesh’s emotion-charged playback, rendering Shamim Jaipuri’s rich poetry. Graduating from smaller set-ups into a Raj Kapoor vehicle, K-A hit big time in Chhalia. Nonsensical verse from a sensible writer, Qamar Jalalabadi, ‘Dum dum diga diga’, with Mukesh providing playback to Raj’s on-screen antics, set the aisles afire.

Soon, they were signed to compose for Mehndi Lagi Mere Haath, a Shashi Kapoor starrer, and Bluff Master. Both films enjoyed reasonable success and the music went around too. In Bluff Master, we find the rare phenomenon of four voices being used for the same actor: Mukesh, Hemant Kumar, Shamshad Begum (Shammi Kapoor in drag) and Rafi. It was Rafi who immortalised ‘Govinda ala re’ and sang the duet ‘Husn chala kuchh aisi chal’ with Lata. Anand Bakhshi wrote inspired lyrics for Phool Bane Angaare, and Mukesh, as usual, delivered them with consummate artistry. By 1964, K-A were in the Premier League. That very year, they came up with such melodious tracks as the lilting ‘Humsafar mere humsafar’ (Purnima), where they teamed up with Gulzar, a rarity, and the two Mukesh solos from Ji Chahta Hai and Himalaya Ki God Mein. The former was written by Majrooh, not a K-A regular. Another infrequent teaming worked very well, as Hasrat Jaipuri wrote and Rafi sang in great style, ‘Dil beqarar sa hai’ (Ji Chahta Hai). Melodious, hummable and catchy. A ghazal on Shammi Kapoor with Bakhshi writing and Rafi singing may not be a common occurrence, but just savour ‘Teri zulfen pareshan’ (Preet Na Jane Reet). Staying with Mukesh on Shashi, after MLMH, the duo came up with a moody duet in Juari, ‘Humsafar ab yeh safar kat jayega’. If there was still any doubt about the standing of the duo in the rankings, Jab Jab Phool Khile laid to rest all criticism. Every track was heard everywhere. The songs had it all: pathos, fun, longing, depression, pep. For both K-A and Anand Bakhshi, the success of JJPK was to remain a milestone forever.

Rafi provided playback for debutant Rajesh Khanna in the theme song of his debut vehicle, Raaz, re-uniting K-A with Shamim Jaipuri, producing haunting results. Indeevar’s lyrics sang of cruel fate in Dil Ne Pukara, and who better to voice them than Mukesh, as ‘Waqt karta jo wafa’. In the same vein was the Suhag Raat lament, ‘Khush raho’. Manna De came in to give playback for Pran in Upkar and Zanjeer, rendering two of his most acclaimed numbers. It took the duo 19 hours to record ‘Mere desh ki dharti’, the patriotic anthem of Upkar. Saraswatichandra, based on a literary classic, needed the linguistic mastery of Indeevar to weave in the songs, and the author of ‘Kasme vaade pyar vafa’ made it count. Filmfare awarded the duo for the best music of the year. It was still pristine K-A, full of melody, working with Lata and Mukesh. Another award followed some years later, for Kora Kagaz, which had a pathos-laden title-track in the voice of Kishore. Not many might realise, but K-A used Kishore Kumar for the first time in the 1968 film Suhag Raat, singing a sad song, a full decade after the duo had started their career. A comic song was rendered by Manna De while Mukesh was called-upon to put across the other sad lyric.

Only Rafi could have set swinging mood for Shashi Kapoor to gyrate on screen in ‘Nain milakar chaen churana’ (Aamne Saamne). Rafi for Shashi it was again in Ek Shriman Ek Shrimati and Raja Saab. Part of the female vocals in Raja Saab came from Suman Kalyanpur. Suman had sung for K-A in MLMH and JJPK too, and was to partner Manhar in his first hit number in Vishwas. Giving Hemlata her break in the same film, K-A paired her with good-old friend Mukesh. Soon, the duo was to show its preference for rotating the strike, training and honing a host of budding singing talent, while reverting to the established names with equal regularity. Like a lot of extremely popular Mahendra-Manoj Kumar, Kishore-Amitabh Bachchan and Kishore-Rajesh Khanna outings. Incidentally, K-A took three days to record the back-ground score of Suhaag Raat, while they needed a whole month for Purab Aur Paschim. For the ‘Om jai Jagdeesh Hare’ bhajan of PAP, the composers used 50 chorus singers to get the effect normally created by violins. They called it human resonance. Delay (natural echo) was the highlight of ‘Mere mitwa’ (Geet). The child-like double speed of ‘Na sun sun sun bura’ (Priya) was simply achieved by recording on spool-tape at a particular speed and playing it back at double the speed. Most of their work was done at the Famous, Tardeo, recording studio.

There is Rafi, and not Kishore, for Rajesh Khanna, oozing sensuality as only he could, in Chhoti Bahu: ‘Yeh raat hai pyasi pyasi’, echoing musician hero Rajendra Kumar’s heart-rending call in Geet and charting a romantic route for Dharmendra in Kab Kyon Aur Kahan? He also offers love lessons in Upaasna; in the Haath Ki Safai duet, he makes a solemn promise of eternal love; and he goes on Dilip Kumar for the intoxicating ‘Peete peete’ duet with Asha Bhosle in Bairaag. As Western as it gets is the rare title chorus ‘Pretty pretty Priya’ (Priya) and as Sanskritised as it can get is the Kishore hilarity ‘Priye praneshwari’ (Hum Tum Aur Woh). Kalyanji-Anandji made Shatrughan Sinha sing in Kashmakash, Amitabh Bachchan in Laawaris and Anil Kapoor in Chameli Ki Shaadi. They also gave ample opportunities to the emerging talent of 70s’ generation, as you can sample on the Shailendra Singh, Suresh Wadkar, Anwar, Alka Yagnik and Kanchan tracks.

Known for their hundreds of stage performances, in India and abroad, both brothers also enjoyed a sturdy reputation as funsters, with a joke for every occasion and a keen sense of self-deprecating humour. They once famously described themselves as medical practitioners. “We offer all lines of treatment. If some producer approaches us with symptoms that demand a classical approach, we recommend the Ayurvedic style of medicine: Slow, but efficacious in the long-term. On the other hand, if some film-maker wants to experiment with the musical score of his film, we suggest Homoeopathic type of tunes: May work, may not. Some element of risk is involved. If, however, he wants the juke-boxes to jingle and listeners to start singing along instantaneously, we churn out Allopathic compositions: Like injections, they have instant, strong effect, but the effect may wear out sooner.” Music, along with laughter, is the best medicine known to mankind. Kalyanji-Anandji have already issued a statutory warning to your troubles to keep away, for there’s no place for them, ‘Mere angne men tumhara kya kaam hae?’