Jabar Abbas

Jabar Abbas is a Pakistani singer-songwriter and musician. Started his career in 1997 as child artist, Abbas rose to prominence during his presidential tenure of Nazir Ahmed Musical Society at Government College University, Lahore from 2003–2007. He then appeared in the political satire show Hum Sub Umeed Se Hain where he recorded more than three hundred parody songs. In 2012, he released his first single "Chan Mahi".

Jabar Abbas
Born (1983-10-14) October 14, 1983
Lahore, Pakistan
GenresPop, classical
Occupation(s)singer-songwriter, musician
Instrumentsvocals
Years active1997–present
LabelsSahir Ali Bagga, Strings, Shani Arshad, Coke Studio
Websitewww.jabarabbas.com

In 2013, he recorded songs for films Zinda Bhaag and Main Hoon Shahid Afridi. In 2016, Abbas marked his Coke Studio debut as a featured artist in season 9,[1][2] as a part team Sheraz Uppal.[3]

Early life and education

Abbas was born on October 14, 1983 to assistant music director Shaukat Ali in Lahore. In 2003, Jabar attended Government College University, where he completed his Bachelor of Arts, and obtained his MA in Political Science in 2007.[4]

Career

Jabar started his career on February 5, 1997 in the film, Shamim Ara. Between 2001 and 2007 Jabar received his education and ventures into domestic level competitions and programs. After his graduation in 2007 he was offered a role of parody singer in political satire show Hum Sub Umeed Se Hain on Geo TV. Where he recorded more than 350 songs, including parodies of hit bollywood songs "Hawle Hawle" and "Siasat Ka Jalwa". The song "Hawle Hawle" was a massive success and was named "Song of the Year" award by Bus Kar Awards on Geo TV. Jabar was awarded the certificate of appreciation by American Consulate for his ravishing performance in 2007. Jabar also received the best composition award for his song "Pehle Nazar Ka Ishara" in a reality show Jazz Icon. Jabar paid tribute to two legendary figures of music namely A.R Rehman and Reshma on Hum TV in 2009, which further add acclaim to his singing style.[4]

Jabar taught music at Aitchison College, Beaconhouse School System Lahore Grammar School and The City School for many years and has been associated with many music concerts. which solidified his reputation and explored his musical potentialities. He is currently teaching Physics at The City School Paragon Campus. In 2012, he recorded his first single "Chan Mahi" for his debut album, and was met with positive response.[4] In 2013 he recorded songs for films Zinda Bhaag and Main Hoon Shahid Afridi that ad further acclaim in his career.[5][6]

In 2016, he marked his Coke Studio debut as a featured artist in season 9, under team supervision of Sheraz Uppal.[7][8]

Discography

Singles
  • "Chan Mahi" (2012)
  • "SubhanAllah (2018)

Tutarian (2018 )

Films

Na maloom Afraad 2 ( 2017 ) Azaadi (2018 ) Parwaz hai janoon (2018) Chhalawa ( 2019) Lal kabootar ( 2019 )

Television

References
  1. "Coke Studio 9 artists list revealed". The News Teller. June 17, 2016. Retrieved June 25, 2016.
  2. Rehman, Maliha (July 4, 2016). "Here's what to expect from Coke Studio 9". Dawn News. Retrieved July 6, 2016.
  3. Sengupta, Arka (June 17, 2016). "'Coke Studio Pakistan' undergoes major revamp in Season 9; artiste line-up revealed". International Business Times. Retrieved June 25, 2016.
  4. "Introducing Jabar Abbas". Pakium. June 23, 2012. Retrieved August 10, 2016.
  5. Khan, Sher (May 30, 2013). "'Zinda Bhaag's music is quintessentially Pakistani'". Tribune. Retrieved December 21, 2013.
  6. Mahmood, Rafay (July 30, 2013). "Mai Hoon Shahid Afridi's soundtrack: Lollywood in the garb of Bollywood". Tribune. Retrieved December 21, 2013.
  7. Warraich, Faizan Ali (July 15, 2016). "Debut singers in Coke Studio 9 to bring change". The Nation. Retrieved July 15, 2016.
  8. Khan, Manal (June 10, 2016). "Multiple producers, more original music and new entrants will help re-define Coke Studio". The News. Retrieved August 8, 2016.
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