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The day of summer solstice, June 21 is also celebrated as the World Music Day. With Covid-19 changing how the world functions, it has affected the music industry as well. Singers address their concerns and share hopes for the future times…

On the phone

Singer Shipra Goyal, who has lent her voice to Ishq Bulaava, Ungli and Yadaan Teriyaan, says, “I have dubbed many songs on my phone. Instead of grand videos with hundreds of background dancers and big sets, songs are being made from the confines of the home. But at the same time I want things to get normal. I miss interacting with fans and doing live shows. For some singers, their livelihood depends on the live shows, and I wish there’s an alternative source of income for the support staff as well.”

Much-needed break

Punjabi singer Ninja believes lockdown has impacted the music industry a lot, but has also offered something positive. He says, “We always have ‘the show must go on’ notion in our minds, which leaves no time for our own selves. The lockdown has made us introspect and take a compulsory break. I feel it has served as a boon for our creativity and will bring further glory to music in terms of content.”

Focus on original

When Ludhiana girl Jasleen Royal entered Bollywood, she surprised everyone with her unconventional talent. The singer of popular song Din Shagna Da says, “We have done digital concerts for the first time. As far as recording is concerned, everyone nowadays has portable recording gears.” Hopeful of fresh content in the coming times, Jasleen adds, “I have collaborated with a big artiste, which is a bit of a surprise. I want to give more original music. I don’t want to bother about views and likes! It shouldn’t be all commercial, but about what you want to work on.”

Alternate genres

Akasa Singh recently did a single titled Naagin. Not only a hit, it was a collaboration with another female artiste Aastha Gill. She says, “There won’t be as many film songs happening since shooting has stopped now. Not many people have equipment at home to create music easily. But to focus on the positive aspects, there have also been a lot of Indie music coming out – not just pop but also alternative genres.” She adds that there is a need for more options for female singers, “This is my one little wish and I have faith that the change will come about soon.”