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MDX WAJOOD....The Real Existence
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An alternate rock musical band Wajood is officially formed, structured and organised by Middlesex College. The College's vision about spreading positive messages to students concerning their career shaped into a reality when the executive team considered a brain wave idea from their local youth club memebers to form a live mucical band.
Just like Middlesex College, Wajood has a simple philosophy for success: work hard, have faith and eventually you'll reach your goal. The band is based on a learning methodology, and is working under the umbrella of Middlesex College, London, and has earned a devoted fan base since recording a couple of their own songs. Their unique perspective has helped make them awesomely talented individuals, but their ultimate aspiration has always been clear - having people recognise that their talent goes beyond their amazing harmonies. With a new album on the way, entitled Wajood Hai Mera, they're set to achieve their goal.
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Since emerging on to the music scene a couple months ago, the band has been seen as a group to contend with. Being recognised initially by friends and family members was the result of their determined efforts to get discovered. Their story began with Middlesex College-based Jawad Kureishi, better known as Jaydee, who had decided he wanted a career as a music director. When his first attempts at putting together a group failed, he decided to wait until something better came along. The musical passion in the four young guys he met was so strong, he was compelled to put his lyrics and compositions into action. The musical chemistry was instant, and soon Jaydee called on all four of them and made them realise the need to form a proper band.
Their first album is an impressive step for band members Waqas, Waqar, Ahmed and Faraz. Not only are they managed by Jaydee, but they're proud to have him on board as a lyricist, too. Together the group wrote 11 of the album's 12 tracks (one is instrumental). "That's why we're so excited about this project," Waqas explains. "We were able to contribute so much to it. I think our album reflects how close we feel to the songs."
From the opening chords of the first single, "Wajood hai mera'' (the title song), it's clear that Wajood has reached a new level. The minute the guys heard the song, they knew it was destined to be their inaugural release. "It's so energetic and intense," says Waqar. "We've never had an up-tempo single, so that in itself was a departure for us." Fuelled by a Spanish-sounding guitar, killer percussion and a groove-filled melody, "Hara" is set to be a dance-floor smash.
The band's sound is an eclectic, ambitious mix of intricate harmonies, symphonic strings, spicy grooves, pop melodies and hip-hop-inflected rhythms. Ahmed explains, ''We tried not to have boundaries, to try different stuff. The music is versatile, and there are many different types of songs." Case in point: Faraz even raps on the track "Milee magar kiyoon dair say". Jaydee enjoys rhyming, and is always searching for new lyrics to compose.
From the romantic balladry of tracks like "Gaye hoa tum" and the cricket-inspired "Dekhay Jahan", to the danceable funk of "Gar bhoolun Tujhe" and the hip-hop flavour of "Tere meray pyar main", the band has reached a new level of artistry. They've also become great storytellers, and their imagination is incredible. The album resonates with songs about love and loss - as well as living life to the fullest. Even the guys' personal experiences found their way on to the album - Jaydee reveals that the tender track "Gaye hoa tum" is dedicated to someone he admires.
Taking time off from their hectic schedule gave them a chance to devote their energies to crafting the melodies. Ahmed says, "We have lots of fresh ideas. The hardest part of making this album was choosing the songs, as there was so much material to choose from."
Looking back at the struggles they made to make a splash on the music scene, all four guys admit that the tough times they experienced only bonded them more tightly as a unit. The album title reflects the hard-earned lessons they've learned along the way. Wajood is destined to keep on inspiring people. The band is keen to see that they are recognised, accepted and to learn what people really think about their music.
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