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"The Drop with Danno" on GFN 광주영어방송 98.7FM in Gwangju & 93.7FM in Yeosu, Korea. An eclectic radio curation of all things musical spanning the spectrum every week. Broadcasting 8-10pm KST nightly.
ROUND TRIP – Armenia (Flight TD111)
Part 1
Arkadi Dumikyan ft. Armstrong - Run Baby Run
Super Sako - Mi Gna*
Armenchik and Super Sako – She’s mine
HAYQ – Qami Pchi, Pt 1
Misho – Hin Enker
Misho – Tsar
Part 2
Garik & Sona – Lusin
Gevorg Martirosyan - Harsaniqi Ore
Crimesterdam – Full Power
VIZA - Carnivalia
Hayk Gyolchanyan – Abandoned Hero
Part 3
Lilit Hovhannisyan - Balkan Song
Tata Simonyan - Hayastan Barev (Armenian for Hello Armenia)
The Bambir – Grapes of Sinai
The Bambir – Hashish
Serj Tankian – Sky is over
System Of A Down – Toxicity
Part 4
Lav Eli – I Found You in Heaven
Tmbata – Shkhkrtan Aghjik
Arto Tunçboyacıyan - Onno
Aram Khachaturian - Sabre Dance
Lydia Ganada - Party Tonight (feat. aleebi)
off the menu - Calendar
Part 1
Arkadi Dumikyan ft. Armstrong - Run Baby Run
• Arkadi Dumikyan is one of Armenia's most successful pop music artists and songwriters. His unique sound has earned him numerous awards over the years and he continues to collaborate with other successful artists from his home country.
• He studied classical music at the Yerevan State Komitas Conservatory before entering the professional music scene in 2011
Super Sako - Mi Gna
• Super Sako, the stage persona of Armenian-American artist Sarkis Balasanyan, gained rapid fame in 2016 with the release of 'Mi Gna,' a hit song from his album 'Love Crimes.'
- The track, initially posted on YouTube in August 2016, became a sensation in Armenia, Turkey, and Arab countries, gaining over 158.6 million views by April 2018. It even topped Shazam's 'Top 100 of the Week' in Turkey, surpassing tracks by Ed Sheeran and Clean Bandit.
Armenchik and Super Sako – She’s mine
• Armenchik, born Arman Sargsyan in 1973, is a renowned Armenian-American singer known for his contributions to Armenian and international music.
- He is celebrated for his unique vocal style and has a significant following in the Armenian diaspora and beyond, making him a prominent figure in Armenian music.
HAYQ – Qami Pchi, Pt 1
- Interestingly, the name of this hip-hop crew is Armenia in the native language.
- Annnnnnd scene. That’s about all I can find out about them. Not even sure if this group is still active, as this tune appeared on their first and only album from 2017.
Misho – Hin Enker
- This is a popular singer from Armenia who appears courtesy of the Hay Team Official label, which I think is Misho’s own imprint.
- Currently credited with 37 tunes over a 7 year career, but still mainly a local phenomenon in Armenia.
Misho – Tsar
Part 2
Garik & Sona – Lusin
- The title of this tune means “moon,” and was put out on their 2021 album Zngl, which I’m sure I butchered horribly, meaning “bell,” which I’m sure I got right.
- The group is the duo of Garik Papoyan and Sona Rubenyan, the latter of whom before they joined forces Զնգլ became the winner in 2011 of the fifth edition of Hay Superstar, which is the Armenian version of the British television hit show Pop Idol.
Gevorg Martirosyan - Harsaniqi Ore (Armenian for Wedding Day)
• an Armenian singer and actor known for his participation in music and television.
• It's great to hear that he has made contributions to the Armenian entertainment industry, including participating in The Voice of Armenia and making his acting debut in the Armenian TV series "Full House."
Crimesterdam – Full Power
- This is a band out of the capital city in Yerevan.
- Very much a product of their years growing up and their love of English rock, you can definitely hear moonPassion read.Oasis and Blur in their music along with almost by natural extension The Beatles.
- The band put out an album in 2011 and have been on & off hiatus for seemingly forever.
VIZA - Carnivalia
• An American rock band with a very distinct sound that comes from blending oud and percussion with more conventional rock instruments such as guitar, bass and drums.
- The band is constantly experimenting, mixing Armenian and Greek styles with elements of modern aggressive rock and folk music.
Hayk Gyolchanyan – Abandoned Hero
- A famed Armenian-American record producer, musician, singer and songwriter with a host of credits over a lengthy career, he is best known as the founder of the Armenian prog-rock band IF as well as a record producer and the founder of RedPoint Records.
- During his career he worked with many representatives of Armenian and Russian show business as a composer, session musician and record producer.
- Active since 1993 when still based in Armenia, Gyolchanyan is celebrating 30 years since debut in the music business, that is no small feat.
Part 3
Lilit Hovhannisyan - Balkan Song
• Lilit's first step in the musical career was through the Hay Superstar Show in 2006, where she came fourth. Lilit’s life-turning encounter with music happened just because her father insisted on trying her abilities in the sphere of music
• Lilit has experienced several successful singles since 2011, which have helped solidify her image in the Armenian music industry. Some of her music videos achieved over 2 million views on YouTube
Tata Simonyan - Hayastan Barev (Armenian for Hello Armenia)
• Tata Simonyan is an Armenian singer, songwriter, and actor. He is known for his contributions to Armenian pop music and is a popular artist in Armenia and among the Armenian diaspora.
• Tata Simonyan has released numerous albums and singles throughout his career, and his music spans various genres, including pop, rock, and folk. He has also been involved in acting and has appeared in Armenian films and television series.
The Bambir Grapes of Sinai
• An The band from the Armenian city of Gyumri has been around for over 40 years, and over the course of its turbulent performance career more than 50 musicians partook in its work.
• Jag Barseghyan established the group in 1970s and its repertoire includes original tracks, traditional Armenian songs and modern interpretations of medieval folk music and compositions by Komitas. Today the sons of the band’s original members keep the rock-n-roll spirit of their fathers alive.
The Bambir – Hashish
- This band has got to be the band you send to the Music Olympics as Armenia’s representative. They represent so much of the country & its spirit. However, they might get disqualified for positive drug tests, given the subject nature of my pick in the next block.
Serj Tankian – Sky is over (whole song is English)
• The dynamic frontman of System of a Down band, is a musical force known for his distinct vocal prowess and thought-provoking lyrics that have propelled the band to international acclaim.
• Beyond his musical success, Tankian's unrelenting activism shines through, as he passionately champions social justice, environmental causes, and human rights, wielding his art as a catalyst for change.
System Of A Down – Toxicity
- Of course, our lovely travel companion took care of the important bits for me, but I would like to point out that Serj Tankian was one of the very, very few people, let alone artists, who was outspoken in criticizing the knee-jerk reaction to 9/11 even right after it happened.
Part 4
Lav Eli – I Found You in Heaven
- This is a very influential early alt rock band from Armenia formed back in 1996.
- By the late 1990’s, even though their music was not available for purchase, their frequent radio play yielded hits such as “Your Eyes”, "The Traveler's Song" and "I Found You In Heaven". Even though there still was no widespread commercial outlet to purchase their music, their popularity grew via live shows, TV appearances, and general media exposure. Citing differences of opinion, Lav Eli disbanded in 1999 in order to pursuit solo projects and other creative endeavors, but reunited in 2004.
Tmbata – Shkhkrtan Aghjik
- This tune means Shakhartan Girl, and this band out of Yerevan can also be called Tmbata Orchestra in common parlance.
- The band put together an interesting meld of Armenian folk & traditional with influences from farther afield in world music.
Arto Tunçboyacıyan - Onno
• Originating from Istanbul, Turkey, Arto Tunçboyacıyan is a musical maverick celebrated for his mesmerizing blend of Armenian heritage, jazz, and global music influences.
• With his exceptional talents in percussion and proficiency on a multitude of instruments, Arto's artistic journey has been a harmonious exploration that unites diverse cultural elements and transcends conventional musical genres.
Aram Khachaturian - Sabre Dance
• brilliant Armenian composer and conductor, left an indelible mark on 20th-century classical music, renowned for his fusion of Western orchestration and Armenian folk influences.
• From the iconic "Sabre Dance" to his enduring legacy in Soviet and international music, Khachaturian's rhythmic and vibrant compositions have made him a celebrated figure in the world of classical music.
Lydia Ganada - Party Tonight (feat. aleebi)
• a Korean singer-songwriter known for her dreamy voice and DIY (Do It Yourself) charm. She has garnered attention and recognition at a young age and has collaborated with various artists
• Her first lead release ‘Party Tonight’ with Korean American singer & rapper Aleebi has reached incredible heights for an independent artist, trending on Tik Tok and charting on various viral formats in countries such as Singapore and Malaysia.
off the menu – Calendar
- This is a quartet out of Seoul who release everything on their own otmsound imprint.
- Our final tune of the night is an extra smooth joint from 2019, and that’s the trademark, just extra silky rnb influenced joints with a bit of a city pop edge to it.