Music - The Life Giver

Welcome to the inaugural episode of our miniseries, where we delve into the enchanting world of lullabies (தாலாட்டு) in Tamil Cinema. Join us as we explore the soothing melodies that have captivated hearts for generations. My personal connection to these songs traces back to my earliest memories—listening to my mother’s tender renditions. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Background music by Blue Dot Sessions

On June 3rd 2023, Isaigyani Ilaiyaraaja celebrated his 80th birthday. In another 3 years, he will complete 50 years in Tamil cinema. This is a tribute episode to just look back at his centennial milestones. Enjoy listening to the Spotify playlist we put together. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: All the songs in this episode are composed by Isaigyani Ilaiyaraaja (obviously) Background music: Blue Dot Sessions

This episode was originally published in December 2020. Pulavar Pulaimaipithan is no longer with us but his lyrics will be heard and appreciated forever. Pulamaipithan is a profound Tamil scholar, poet and lyricist penned songs for more than 100 movies and spent more than 50 years in Tamil movie industry. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Maragathimani (Saathi malli), Bluedot Sessions (Theme)

It is amazing how some of the songs from western world inspired mellisai mannargal MS Viswanathan and Ramamoorthy in the 1960s. Songs from western countries like these certainly crossed oceans when the only means of travel is via vinyl records (physically). A Spanish song from the 1940s and a popular song by Elvis Presley in the 1950s paved way to two beautiful songs in the movie Kathalikka Neramillai (released in 1964). Rock and Roll was the trend-setter for the people who were just born in 1960s. Now, they are in their 60s. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Viswanathan–Ramamoorthy, (Viswanathan Velai Venum, Anubhavam Pudhumai from Kadhalikka Neramillai), Bésame_Mucho by Consuelo Velázquez. Background music: Copley Beat by Blue Dot Sessions

Music has the power to heal and bring back old sweet memories. Thanks for sharing your story Aroon Gracy. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Ilayaraaja (En Vaanilay, Jhonny)

In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between music and our emotions when we're missing someone special. We discuss how certain songs can transport us back to specific memories, evoke intense feelings, and provide comfort during difficult times. Also these three songs have something common. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Kanne kalaimaane (Monogram Pirai), Vaanam thottu ponaa (Devar Magan) by Ilayaraaja. Mazhai Thuli (Sangamam) by A R Rahman. Background music by Blue Dot Sessions

Episode dedicated to Vani Jairam. Special host: Vijaya. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Ore Naal, Kurunji Maralil by Ilayaraaja. Ezhu Swarangalukkul by MSV. Background music by Blue Dot Sessions

As we grow old, we appreciate love more than anything in this world. If you haven't heard this bonus song from Kabali, you should listen to it without any further wait. Thoondil Meen - Bonus Song Thoondil Meen - 96 Mashup This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Thoondil Meen by Santhosh Narayanan, Theme by Blue Dot Sessions

Have you ever experienced time travel? Some songs are so powerful which takes our memories back in time. What is your time travel song? This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Mogathirai and Prelude by Santhosh Narayanan, Theme by Blue Dot Sessions

In this journey of life and music series, we found a unique genre created by two great minds who presented us the war and grief in its appropriate art form. In this episode we talk about mridangam, ceylon radio and a unique genre. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Initial Mridangam bit by Rohan Krishnamurthy, Mridangam Rap Episode 3 and 8 by Sean Vincent de Paul (SVDP) and Yanchan, Theme by Blue Dot Sessions

Are you a fan of Ilaiyaraaja sir? Have you ever wondered how his songs are mind-blowing and simple at the same time? In this episode, we discuss with Ravi Natarajan who is the blogger of Raja, the genius as well as the author of இசை ஜீனியஸ் ராஜா e-book. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Theme by Blue Dot Sessions

What an experiment to mix Blues and Oppari, Grief and Love in a song. Sean Roldan is one of our favorite musician and this song is another tribute to the Oppari genre. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Raasa Magaraasa by Sean Roldan, Theme by Blue Dot Sessions

In this journey of life and music series, let us start with Death. Grief is such a healthy emotion and Tamil folks have known this for years. Oppari is a type of folk song that allows us to express grief at a funeral. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Oppari clip from movie Aelay, Karuppi by Santhosh Narayanan, Theme by Blue Dot Sessions

Excited to share that Season 2 is coming soon. This time, you are going to travel through a series of episodes about life and role of music in that journey. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Theme by Blue Dot Sessions.

It has been 40 years since this movie was released. Technology used in music got evolved 100 folds and this song has seen everything from vinyl to cloud. A beautiful melody sung by Malaysia Vasudevan. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Theme by Blue Dot Sessions, Kodai kaala kaatre (Original) by Ilayaraaja, Kodai kaala kaatre (Cover) by Yugendran Vasudevan Ft. Vagu Mazan

Another proof that Tamil cinema’s music is in safe hands. Sa Na gave as so many jazz/bluesy numbers later in his career but this underrepresented song is one of his first. This could be inspired from a 1960s jazz musician. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Theme by Blue Dot Sessions, Ninaikuthe/Dhinakudha by Santhosh Narayanan, What a wonderful world by Louis Armstrong

We have heard this filler in so many songs and in this episode let us find out the origin. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Theme by Blue Dot Sessions, Pattasu by Navz-47, Maari Theme by Anirudh, Kanne unnal by G.Ramanathan

There are lot of songs these days which comes out with the fusion concept. This is one of those initial time period where Raja sir was playing with Carnatic and Western music with ease. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Theme by Blue Dot Sessions, Poo Malarnthida by Ilayaraaja

There is nothing more refreshing than listening to some Tamil songs blended with American blues and country. This independent music band released several songs in the year 2013. This podcast is presented by BlacBoat media. Follow us on instagram @musicthelifegiver Music Credits: Theme by Blue Dot Sessions, Sean Roldan and Friends Music Band, Kappa TV