Faakhir Mehmood’s brand new album “JEE CHAHEY”’s Launch!


With ‘Jee Chahey’ about to hit centre stage and take the crown, Faakhir claims that with this album, he would be able to touch the heart of millions around us. This album holds a special place for Faakhir, since the recent times show the youth coiled around with all forms of miseries and adversity. Thus, it is with the purpose of boosting the morale of depressed and demeaned individuals in the society that ‘Jee Chahey’ is being launched. Hopes are high that all efforts put in by Faakhir pay off B.I.G.




The album signing for Faakhir Mehmood’s brand new album “JEE CHAHEY” will be held at Park Tower, Clifton Karachi from 8:00 to 9:00pm on 5th November.

Faakhir will be performing few new songs and signing autographs for his fans. Discounted CDs of his latest album will be available at the signing for his fans.All Fans are invited





Faakhir Mehmood is a Pakistani singer and composer. He started out his career in a Pakistani musical group called Awaz. However to conflicts of interest the band split and they all went to become solo artists.Faakhir has produced three albums as of 2006. His 2000 debut album, Aatish, was a big hit. His song in the album called Dil Na Lagey was the number one song for many weeks and was the best national song of the year 2000.



Faakhir has produced three albums as of 2006. His 2000 debut album, Aatish, was a big hit. His song in the album called Dil Na Lagey was the number one




His  album  Mantra has a song called Jiya Na Jaye, in which Faakhir shares a duet with Indian singer Sunidhi Chauhan. Another song in that album called Mahi Ve won two awards in the India Sangeet Awards, in which he also performed.One reason why Faakhir's music is popular is because of its unique use of diverse music and lyrics. He has a lot of Western and European influences in his music. His song Dil Ruba which is a track with Spanish influence and his song Kabhi Kabhi Pyar Mein were also instant hits. His single Sub To Suniyeh was also a big hit. He is a very energetic and lively when it comes to performances and is a great singer and composer.




Solo career

Faakhir started working on his album ‘Aatish’ in July 2000 by releasing his 1st single in August, a national song ‘Dil Na Lagay’. This national song become an instant hit and topped the music charts in Pakistan. The success is evident from the fact that even a year after its release it is still being played on radio, TV and close circuit TV channels across the country.Riding on his wave of success he performed in New York and Washington DC where he sang to crowd of more than 30,000 people.




The same year he charmed a large audience in Dubai, UAE at Al-Nasr Leisureland. Faakhir’s Performance was a smashing hit with the audience.2001 was perhaps the most gratifying year for Faakhir as an artist as his other two releases, ‘Kabhi Kabhi Pyaar Mein’ and ‘Dilruba’ both topped the charts and became instant hits.




The song ‘Kabhi Kabhi Pyaar Mein’ won a Lux Style Awards while his other single ‘Dilruba’ (Pakistan’s most expensive Music Video, shot in Spain) was also nominated for best video and Direction at the same prestigious ceremony.If Faakhir is a ‘Great’ composer, and ‘Greater’ when singing, he is perhaps ‘Greatest’ when he performs live. When on stage, he adds fuel to fire.





As a performer

“To me music is like the stars in the sky, it does to the soul, what the stars do to break the muteness of the stark black sky” -Faakhir




His acts are filled with energy, charged with unmistakable enthusiasm and a charismatic voice to compliment all the magic that unfolds on stage.His ‘Sage Traits’ has enabled him as a much sought-after and liked performer. His heartthrob personality and melodious songs come together in perfect harmony to create a ‘concert; out of any ordinary ‘show’.One of his strength is to give a powerful performance from an audience that barely fill a hall, all the way arena crowds of more than 30,000.




His love for music makes him eager to always give his audience a night to remember. When it comes to Faakhir’s live acts, there’s no stopping him. Involving his audience to the hilt, he leaves his listeners always come back for more.




Faakhir’s live shows have taken his ’music and magic’ to many countries in the world including the united States, Europe, the middle East and Asia in addition to big and small cities across Pakistan.Dubbed as ‘Pakistan’s Latest Pop Sensation’ Faakhir has performed alongside International contemporaries from the region and Europe including, Sukhbir and stereo Nation to name a few.Faakhir has to his credit having done the most numbers of shows with International Artists in Pakistan.




Progression has been the focus of Faakhir’s Career as an Artist. After years of studio marvels, smash hits and stunning performance to his credit as an Awaz band member, he knew it was his time to go solo.should try speech therapy as he has a booming lisp




As a soloist

“Multi skilled Faakhir has been compared with Adnan Sami Khan because he is trained as a musician, writes his lyrics, composes music, produces and sings”

Eastern Eye, London June 29, 2001

Now that I have started singing, I know there is no turning back. And the more I get involved in it now, the more I realize what I have been missing- at least not any more. -Faakhir

Faakhir’s long association with Awaz was a satisfying experience. His dedication, compositions and arrangements for the band led to many smash hits. Its success can be measured from the fact that these hits still echo in people’s mind and come to their lips besides being aired on TV and radio regularly. His famous works include, ‘Mr. Fraudiye’, ‘Ae Jawan’, and ‘Shawa’ just to name a few.

After deciding to go solo, Faakhir started work on his debut Album, ‘Aatish’.

In July of 2000, his efforts bore fruit as his very first song for the album; Dil Na lagey won him instantaneous approval and recognition as a singer. He song stayed on music charts as ‘Number one’ of many weeks before being declared as the best national song for the year 2000 by a local FM Radio Station.




When Rado launched their latest upbeat line of watched Xeramo in Pakistan, they found Faakhir a young and vibrant personality who complimented the brand personality of Xeramo. Faakhir remain the only Pakistani celebrity ever been used by Rado for their brand endorsement.


Albums

* Aatish (2002)
* Sub Tun Sohniyeh (2003)
* Mantra (2005)
* Jee Chahey.