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Khan started his career in his late teens, this is where his old friend Shahid Mazhar decided to take his music as a profession instead of a hobby.<ref name=BIO>{{cite web |url= http://www.imrankhanworld.com/site.php#2 |title=About Imrankhanworld B.V. |publisher =imrankhanworld.com |accessdate=11 September 2012}}</ref> Mazhar founded Prestige Records,<ref>{{Cite web |url= http://www.prestigerecord.com/about.asp |title=About Us |work=prestigerecord.com |accessdate=26 August 2010}}</ref> which released Khan's global debut smash hit single "Ni Nachleh". It contained Indian bhangra influence and quickly reached number one on various UK Asian radio and various television channels all over the world.<ref name="bbc"/> It was now that a new sound was set by Khan. Khan later that year was performing across the globe for large audiences with just the one single "Ni Nachleh" to his name.<ref>{{Cite web |url= http://www.desi-box.com/media/interviews/interview-with-imran-khan.html |title=Interview with Imran Khan |work=desi-box.com |accessdate=11 September 2012}}</ref>
Khan started his career in his late teens, this is where his old friend Shahid Mazhar decided to take his music as a profession instead of a hobby.<ref name=BIO>{{cite web |url= http://www.imrankhanworld.com/site.php#2 |title=About Imrankhanworld B.V. |publisher =imrankhanworld.com |accessdate=11 September 2012}}</ref> Mazhar founded Prestige Records,<ref>{{Cite web |url= http://www.prestigerecord.com/about.asp |title=About Us |work=prestigerecord.com |accessdate=26 August 2010}}</ref> which released Khan's global debut smash hit single "Ni Nachleh". It contained Indian bhangra influence and quickly reached number one on various UK Asian radio and various television channels all over the world.<ref name="bbc"/> It was now that a new sound was set by Khan. Khan later that year was performing across the globe for large audiences with just the one single "Ni Nachleh" to his name.<ref>{{Cite web |url= http://www.desi-box.com/media/interviews/interview-with-imran-khan.html |title=Interview with Imran Khan |work=desi-box.com |accessdate=11 September 2012}}</ref>

[[File:Imran_KhanImr.jpg|right|thumb|upright|Imran Khan.[[Fun]]]]


In 2009, Khan revealed that he is working on a debut album, and that he is going to release various singles. Khan’s first released single, “Amplifier”, was produced by Eren E and was released on 12 July 2009.<ref>{{Cite web |url= http://www.desi-box.com/media/bhangra/worldwide-premiere-imran-khan-amplifier-listen-full-now.html |title=Worldwide premiere of Imran Khan's Amplifier |work=desi-box.com |accessdate=11 September 2012}}</ref> The single managed to stay on the top 10 [[iTunes]] chart for over five weeks. His second single, "Bewafa," was produced by Hakan Ozan and released on 30 November 2009, which was yet another worldwide smash hit.<ref>{{Cite web |url= http://www.desihits.com/news/view/imran-khan-releases-new-single-bewafa-20091130 |title=Imran Khan releases new single Bewafa |publisher = [[DesiHits]] |accessdate=11 September 2012}}</ref>
In 2009, Khan revealed that he is working on a debut album, and that he is going to release various singles. Khan’s first released single, “Amplifier”, was produced by Eren E and was released on 12 July 2009.<ref>{{Cite web |url= http://www.desi-box.com/media/bhangra/worldwide-premiere-imran-khan-amplifier-listen-full-now.html |title=Worldwide premiere of Imran Khan's Amplifier |work=desi-box.com |accessdate=11 September 2012}}</ref> The single managed to stay on the top 10 [[iTunes]] chart for over five weeks. His second single, "Bewafa," was produced by Hakan Ozan and released on 30 November 2009, which was yet another worldwide smash hit.<ref>{{Cite web |url= http://www.desihits.com/news/view/imran-khan-releases-new-single-bewafa-20091130 |title=Imran Khan releases new single Bewafa |publisher = [[DesiHits]] |accessdate=11 September 2012}}</ref>

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For other people named Imran Khan, see Imran Khan (disambiguation).

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Imran Khan
BornThe Hague, Netherlands
OriginGujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan
GenresHip hop, urban, pop, dancehall, R&B
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, musician
Years active2007–present
Labels • Prestige Records (2007–2011)  • IK Records (since 2011)
Websiteimrankhanworld.com

Imran Khan (Punjabi : عمران خان) is a Pakistani-Dutch rapper, songwriter, record producer and singer.[1]

Releasing a single called "Ni Nachleh" (which also featured fellow singer Spyder), Khan was signed to Prestige Records in late 2007.

Khan was born and raised in The Hague to Pakistani Punjabi parents from Gujranwala in Punjab.

Khan released his single Satisfya in 2013, and is currently producing and recording a second album under the same name. Satisfya will be released by IK Records and is due in 2013.

Career

Khan started his career in his late teens, this is where his old friend Shahid Mazhar decided to take his music as a profession instead of a hobby.[2] Mazhar founded Prestige Records,[3] which released Khan's global debut smash hit single "Ni Nachleh". It contained Indian bhangra influence and quickly reached number one on various UK Asian radio and various television channels all over the world.[1] It was now that a new sound was set by Khan. Khan later that year was performing across the globe for large audiences with just the one single "Ni Nachleh" to his name.[4]

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Imran Khan.Fun

In 2009, Khan revealed that he is working on a debut album, and that he is going to release various singles. Khan’s first released single, “Amplifier”, was produced by Eren E and was released on 12 July 2009.[5] The single managed to stay on the top 10 iTunes chart for over five weeks. His second single, "Bewafa," was produced by Hakan Ozan and released on 30 November 2009, which was yet another worldwide smash hit.[6]

In July 2009, Khan released his debut album, Unforgettable. It includes the singles "Amplifier", "Bewafa" and a remix of his first single "Ni Nachleh".[7] It was nominated for Best Album in the 2010 UK Asian Music Awards but did not win.[8] "Amplifier" was nominated for best video, with Khan himself nominated for best male act and best desi act. In 2011, Khan announced his departure from Prestige Records.[8]

After going underground for almost 4 years, Khan released the single 'Satisfya' on 9 May 2013. 'Satisfya', like 'Amplifier' and 'Bewafa', was another global smash hit, reaching 801,160 views on YouTube in just 3 days. This single, unlike his previous singles, was released from IK Records.[9] The single is produced by his "Amplifier" producer Eren E. The music video shows Khan driving a yellow Lamborghini Aventador and sitting with a cheetah.

Discography

Unforgettable (2009)

Unforgettable is Khan's debut album, released on 27 July 2009, via Prestige Records.[7]

Singles

The albums lead single is "Amplifier", produced by Eren E, followed up with the second lead single "Bewafa", produced by Hakan Ozan.

Critical reception

DesiHits rated the album 5/5, stating it description of the album as worth waiting. It stated: "Imran Khan's debut album is worth the two-year wait. With its hot beats and innovative lyrics, this album is truly Unforgettable"[10]

Commercial reception

The album was nominated for "Best Album" award at the UK Asian Music Awards 2010[11] and Won "Best Album" at the 2010 Brit Asia TV Music Awards.[12]

Track list

Track listing
No.TitleProducer(s)Length
1."Amplifier"Eren E3:53
2."Aaja We Mahiya (Come, My Love)"Eren E3:52
3."Hey Girl"Eren E3:20
4."Peli Waar (The First Time)"Eren E3:10
5."Chak Glass (Grab a Glass)"Eren E3:08
6."Nazar (Glance)"Eren E3:05
7."Superstar"Eren E3:25
8."Gora Gora Rang (Fair Skinned)" (featuring Mr. Probz)Eren E4:25
9."Bounce Billo (Billo-Shawty)"Eren E4:07
10."Ni Nachleh (Hey, Dance)" (feat. MC Spyder)Eren E3:35
11."40 Pra (40 Brothers)"Eren E3:12
12."Pata Chalgea (I Have Found Out)"Eren E4:45
13."Bewafa (Unfaithful)"Hakan Ozan3:44
14."Nai Reina (Don't Want to Stay)"Hakan Ozan3:04
15."Qott Ghusian Da (A Sip of Happiness)" (feat. Shabby)Hakan Ozan2:58
Total length:54:11

Awards and nominations

  • Won "Best Album" at the 2010 Brit Asia TV Music Awards for Unforgettable[12]
  • Nominated for four awards at the 2010 UK Asian Music Awards, "Best Album", "Best Video" for "Amplifier", "Best Male Act" and "Best Desi Act"[11] winning "Best Desi Act"[13]
  • Won "Male Musical Artist of the Year" at the 2010 Anokhi Magazine Awards[14]

Tours

Headlining

  • Imran Khan - First world tour was "the Canadian tour" in 2009 and "bounce billo Canadian tour" in 2010.
  • Imran Khan – Takeover Tour USA (2011)[15]
  • Imran Khan – Australia & New Zealand Tour (2011)[16]
  • Imran Khan – Pakistan Tour (2010)[17]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Talking Shop: Singer Imran Khan". BBC News. 29 August 2009. Retrieved 18 August 2009.
  2. ^ "About Imrankhanworld B.V." imrankhanworld.com. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  3. ^ "About Us". prestigerecord.com. Retrieved 26 August 2010.
  4. ^ "Interview with Imran Khan". desi-box.com. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  5. ^ "Worldwide premiere of Imran Khan's Amplifier". desi-box.com. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  6. ^ "Imran Khan releases new single Bewafa". DesiHits. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  7. ^ a b "Review of Imran Khan's Unforgettable". BBC Music. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  8. ^ a b "AMA 2010 – Winners". BBC Radio Asian Network. Retrieved 29 May 2011.
  9. ^ https://www.facebook.com/IKrecords
  10. ^ "Album Review: Imran Khan's "Unforgettable"". DesiHits. 27 July 2009. Retrieved 12 September 2012.
  11. ^ a b Sembhi, Jas (3 February 2010). "2010 UK Asian Music Awards Nominees". desiblitz.com. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  12. ^ a b Jas Sembhi (3 May 2010). "Brit Asia TV Music Awards 2010". desiblitz.com. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  13. ^ Sembhi, Jas (11 March 2010). "2010 UK Asian Music Awards Winners". desiblitz.com. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  14. ^ "Anokhi Magazine Awards 2010". DesiHits. 8 February 2010. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  15. ^ "DesiClub presents Online Ticketing for TAKEOVER Tour USA (2011)". Desiclub.com. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  16. ^ "Imran Khan to Headline the inaugural of Unforgettable Music Festival (2011)". Unforgettablemusicfestival.com. Retrieved 11 September 2012.
  17. ^ "Win 50 Free Tickets for Imran Khan Concert at Karachi & Lahore". Koolmuzone.pk. Retrieved 12 September 2012.

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