Vedalam Songs - Music Review

Ramesh S Kannan

Vedhalam is one of the much-expected movies of the year mainly because of Ajith - Siva combo and Anirudh's first time composing for Ajith movie. Let's check out whether Anirudh gives his best to Thala or not.

Veera Vinayaka: 

Veera Vinayaka's tune falls under the familiar template of devotional song and Anirudh tried to spruce up with effective electric guitars and other trance elements to turn into a power packed song. Overall the song ends as a passable one because of tepid and flat tune. Anirudh and Vishal Dadlani infused much energy into the song although their vocals are indiscernible.

Don’t you mess with me:

Anirudh brings in two vocal talents Shakthishree Gopalan and Shruthi Hassan to render an EDM track where arrangements are confined to typical hip-hop and dance tracks. Shruthi Haasan's rendition is a major asset in an otherwise conventional song and she brings out the attitude well which matches well with the arrangements.

Uyir Nadhi Kalangudhe:

Anirudh scores comparatively well in Uyir Nadhi Kalangudhe, a pensive pathos song worded by Viveka and mainly classical-rock fusion work much better with engaging Veena led first interlude. Ravishankar along with chorus did quite well with the rendition of the poignant tune.

Aaluma Doluma:

Aaluma Doluma is a typical local Kuthu where Anirudh mixes electronic sounds in the middle and roped Baadshah to render few Hindi verses which didn't elevate the song to any level. Apart from Rokesh's lyrics, there are very few interesting elements in this much-touted song. Ajith Screen presence may give an essential drive to make this one chartbuster.

Theri Theme:

The theri theme has an enticing house mix and pulsating sequencing but lacks an instant catchy factor necessary for the theme tracks. The electronic sounds laden theme track may work well with visuals but not as a standalone theme track.

Verdict: Anirudh has got mired into an unimpressive set of tunes with occasional highs in terms of orchestration. Overall, songs don't do justice to the high expectations or the legacy of the immensely innovative composer.

Rating:2.5/5 

Pick of the Album: Uyir Nadhi Kalangudhe, Aaluma Doluma