Tune in: Melody Matters

Muhammad Muneem is a poet and singer who sings for Sufi rock band Alif. The band writes poetry in Urdu and Kashmiri and creates a fusion of contemporary poetry and music with ethnic sound. Their first album Sufiyad released last month, with much positive response and is a mix of poetry, music and performance. In a chat, Muhammad Muneem tells us about his musical favourites:

One song that you listen to on repeat mode on your iPod these days:
Ali from the album Sufiyad by Alif

If you had to put together a soundtrack for your life, which five songs would best describe your life?
Aerosmith’s Dream On, Show Must Go On by Queen , Main Zindagi ka saath Nibhata Chala Gaya and Yeh Duniya Agar Mil Bhi Jaye To by Mohammed Rafi and Malaal Kya Huwa by Alif.

Is there a song you love to listen to when you’re happy and upbeat?
Not really; a particular state or doing a particular activity does not decide what song I listen to.

How would you describe your taste in music?
I don’t listen to a lot of music. Whatever little I do as a singer-song writer, I try to understand what ingredients have gone into a particular track.

Your favourite time/way to listen to music during the day:
When I am driving

Is there any music you used to love as a kid or a teenager that you’re now embarrassed by?
None!

One band/musician you want a private concert from:
U2

One live act you would love to see at least once in your life:
Queen