Interview of Arslan Asif
— June 15, 2016Arslan Asif a vocalist, guitarist, song writer and music producer, started his career with an underground band, performing as a lead vocalist in Islamabad. In 2007 he released his official debut track “Chu loon main Asamaa”. He emerged as a solo singer and in 2009 he released his second track “Char din ki chandni”, which was later sponsored for a video in 2011. After performing in different schools and colleges from around Pakistan his 1st solo track was released as a music video in 2013. In the same year his 3rd track “Ye kia hwa” was released.
In 2014, he created the track “Baabay”, a Rock & Rap genre song, with Fadi.G highlighting social issues based on the perverted nature of an old man. In the following year as excitement spread in anticipation of the World cup, “Josh e Lahu” was released and sparked great support for the Pakistani cricket team.
Arslan Asif has been working more on motivational music and songs based on socio political issues, including his upcoming song “Apnay Karam”. Performing live for an audience has always been his passion while recording covers of different songs is his motivation. In most of the covers and in his own songs Arslan delves into ‘Alternative Rock’. A socially active performer, he is looking forward for to a live performance in Karachi & Lahore.
1) How did you get discovered?
I don’t know how my discovery process came into being but I think the credit goes to my passion & consistency towards music. I used to have two underground bands from 2005-2007.I played the role of a lead singer & rhythm guitarist for those bands.i used to play in different cafes, schools and colleges to entertain people, spread our name and obviously to polish our skills as i was a new entrant in the music industry. Later, in 2007 I came up with my solo track ‘Chu Loon Mein Aasman’ composed & written by myself. That’s how my career started.
2) What made you pursue you’re passion for Music?
I think every creative person needs to express him/herself. Some express by painting on a canvas, some by writing poetry on pages but for me music is the optimal solution.
3) What is the inspiration behind you’re new album?
There is no new album because there isn’t an old one. I have released eight singles till date and in process of recording more. As you asked my inspiration, every song has its own story line, some are motivational, some are based on social issues while some are lyrically funny. So I’m covering all moods of human life.
3) Which is your next song?
My upcoming song is ‘Aaj Kal’ which is a sad romantic melody. Hope people will like it.