Newcastle Mela
FREE 1 day event
for all the family
Sunday 11th September 2011
Exhibition Park
12 Noon - 6:30pm

NO alcohol & NO national flags
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Preforming at this Mela 2011 :

Malkit Singh: 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Malkit Singh is the first Punjabi singer to figure in the prestigious Queen's Honours List, which is published twice every year to honour people with a record of distinguished and long-standing service to the nation or the community. Malkit was born in Husseinpur village of Jalandhar district in Punjab, and came to Britain in 1984 and cut his first album two years later - it became a trailblazer as bhangra grew in popularity in dance halls and nightclubs all over Britain.

Malkit Singh
 

Mumzy Stranger: 4:30pm - 5:15pm

In an era of generic urban music, Mumzy Stranger is conquering the UK scene with a style that is entirely his own. Raised in Plaistow by Bengali parents, Mumzy's music blends the bhangra and Bollywood beats of his childhood with the New Jack Swing riffs and reggae-inspired rhythms of his teenage years. Whether he's rapping or singing, producing or song writing, Mumzy Stranger's wide-ranging musical abilities set him apart from the masses. Now signed to Tiffin Beats Records, Mumzy unleashes his distinct blend of bashment-flavoured R&B on the world through his remarkable debut album 'Journey Begins' At The UK AMA's 2011 Mumzy Stranger Took The Headlines By Beating US Star Jay Sean To The 'Best Urban Act Award'! This year at the UK Asian Music Awards not only was Mumzy Stranger The Most Nominated Artist And Award Winner But The Pop, Urban Sensation was The Headlining Act At The UK AMAS As He Performed 'Fly With Me' Off His Debut Album

Mumzy Stranger
 

Junai Kaiden: 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Born and raised in Essex, Junai, aged just 20, first started singing at the age of 14 and learnt to play instruments like the piano and dhol. Having made trips back home to Pakistan, he picked up traditional styles of singing, Now Tiffin Beats Records is set to launch one of the UK's hottest new talents. The world will now get a glimpse of new protégé Junai Kaden, one of the British Asian scene's best kept secrets! Pakistani singer, songwriter and multi instrumentalist Junai Kaden, is a fresh face set to take the scene by storm this year. Junai is the young prodigy of Tiffin Beat's award winning Mumzy Stranger, who has produced and features on the debut track 'Aaja Mere Naal', is an up-tempo Punjabi dance-floor smash, laced with a hard hitting techno/urban beat, giving it a unique and contemporary feel.

Junai Kaiden
 

Raja Kashif: 3pm - 3:45pm

Raja Kashif's interest in music developed at a young age. Raja kashif decided to professionally learn music and receive formal training. Ravi Ji, the great Indian music director, undertook the task of training, educating and musically defining Raja Kashif. Raja Kashif commenced his career as a radio presenter, where he gained popularity, recognition and appreciation.

In 2001 Raja Kashif launched his musical career with the release of his first album Pyar Kar Le. Pyar Kar Le proved to be fairly popular album. Meri Dilbar Meri Jana one of the tracks included in the album received a lot of admiration and recognition. Yaar Tera Sharmana was released in 2003 by the record company SAREGAMA. The title song gained a lot of publicity and popularity. Ustaad Shafaqat Ali Khan and Raja Kashif, performed the song Khubsoorat Hai Wou as a duet. Lately Raja Kashif has released his third album Haseen Raatein. This Album also features Alka Yagnik.

Raja Kashif
 

Adeel Saeed Chishti: 12:15pm - 1pm

Adeel has been singing since the age of 14 and companied his father during early years. After Sag-e-Miran Qari Mohammed Saeed Chishti's (late) assassination Adeel accompanied his elder brother Qari Abdul Waheed Chishti. Therefore, Adeel Saeed Chishti has immense experience of performing and providing a memorable performance.

Adeel Saeed Chishti sings in a similar style to his father in five languages which is appealing to a large audience. Since, Adeel has been performing in the United Kingdom he has worked with Wildcats and provided the western audience with a fusion in Qawaali which has been very successful in directing the young and western audience attention to Sufism music.

Adeel Saeed Chishti
 

Garry Sandhu: 4pm - 4:30pm

Within 12 months Garry Sandhu has cemented his position as most promising Bhangra newcomer through hits including Sahan To Pyariya with DJ H, Main Nee Peenda and the Surinder Rattan-produced collaboration with Roach Killa Dil De De.

Garry Sandhu
 

RV Narang: 2:50pm - 3pm

RV is Newcastle's very own singer/song writer and he has been singing from a very young age. Having realised his debut single last year 'Tera Roop' he has took the industry by storm more recently with his single 'Teriyan Akhiyan' featuring Mehi, Uk Shox & Cheshire Cat, this track can only be described as a revolution in the Asian music industry bringing Punjabi, Hindi & Arabic influences on one track. RV Narang has already started working on his debut album out in 2012, For more information check out www.rvnarang.com

RV Narang

 

FASHION SHOW: 2:10pm - 2:45pm

 

Fused Fashion is a project showcasing the talents of the young people across Newcastle and the North East.  Our showcase combines multiple art forms such as dance, music, and fashion.  

 

We work with young people between the ages of 11 and 25, who play the roles of performers or volunteers.  If you are interested in taking part, whether performing, choreographing, or organising, contact us by e-mail on fusedfashion@googlemail.com  or add Fu Sed on Facebook.  

 

This year's showcase will model clothes from Mao Couture, Roshan Pret, and other leading clothes stores.

 

Fused Group

 

Stall holders
If you are interested in applying for next years Mela 2012 which will be back to it's usual slot of August bank holiday please contact us at community.facilities@newcastle.gov.uk or 0191 211 5034

 
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