There are rumours that 1974AD might split up. I was quite surprise to come across an article and also the reaction of fans regarding this a cybernepal.com.np.
Below are the excerpts taken from cybernepal.com.np
Is it a final curtain for 1974 AD? Read Readers' Opinions»
By-Sampada Malla
Definitely, not. Because their landmark songs will keep them alive for generations to come. Their heart moving songs like "Pahilo junima.., Parelima..,Yo man ta mero Nepali ho.. and Sambodhan.." will forever be remembered and appreciated.
But, the question everyone has at the tip of their tongues is, "Will this band continue as a group and craft songs for their followers and music lovers alike or will the band split?" Rumors are floating that the band may split any moment. WHY?? Here are some grounds to justify the buzz.
For reasons, the band members are busily involved with their individual musical careers. The lead singer of the band, Adrian Pradhan recently came out with his debut hit solo album, "Aaja". He is all set to release his second solo album and has just returned from a musical tour to Korea (the other band members were not involved). The singer and lead guitarist Feroz Syangden is also releasing his debut solo album soon. The band's other guitarist Manoj KC is a talented music arranger and is involved with different music arrangement assignments. His recent arrangement for Sabin Rai's song ,"“Ma Sansar Jitnae Aant Gardaicu"†had nominated him for the 8th Annual Image Awards as an arranger. The band's other members, Sanjaya Shrestha and Nirakar Yakthumba, these days perform at Moksh (a bar in Pulchowk) for a newly formed band "Stupa", which has Yubaraj Chettari also known as Veeku on vocals, formerly of the rock band "Rusty Nails" (a legendary rock band from Darjeeling).
If rumors are to be believed, there are personal differences between the band members. They are only together for the BAND’s sake.
It's a world trend or let's put it this way-it's a rock and roll trend that many hit bands have eventually split. Take for example the Beatles, Eagles, Pink Floyd and the former Nepali band "Prism". Are they following them in their footsteps?
A source informs us, "The band cannot just afford to split at the moment because their latest album is to be released soon. And, that they are also going on a world tour to 16 countries including Germany and different Gulf countries next month."
Today, 1974 AD is a big name in Nepali music industry. To achieve this success, the band has traveled through highs and lows and equally had their supporters encouraging them to transcend high. Now, after establishing this revered image, will a SPLIT be justified? Yes, counting on their individual rationales, it might be good that they go their separate ways for the moment and hopefully reunite. As Don Henley of the Eagles said, “We never broke up. We just took a fourteen year vacation,†perhaps they should do the same instead of splitting forever.
Our hope and wish is that they keep their fans who have followed their career sincerely and lovers of their music in mind, if they indeed have intentions to call it a day. Let us hope they sincerely contemplate their split. As a fan recently put it across with the line from the song saying, “Yo man ta mero Nepali hoâ€, it would not harm to say that “Yo Band (1974 AD) ta Hamro Sangeet hoâ€. The fans should have their say.
Readers' Opinions
As expected, we have been receiving many responses from the fans of 1974 AD. And one voice has ruled which says, "PLEASE DON'T SPLIT!" Read their opinions and post yours too.
More opinions will be posted tomorrow.
Updated on June 13, 2006
1. Dipen Rai, Phuket, Thailand
About 1974 AD, I'm one of their craziest fans. I'm just worrying that as Adrian came out with his debut solo album already and Phiroj is also following the same step, is the band members trying to split? I won't be able to see the band members breaking. They should bring out their individual talents but we, their fans don't want to see them break. Without Adrian, Phiroj and rest of all members the Band can't be success as now. Finally, I'd like to wish for their wonderful trip to Europe and hope to catch their next album here with me.
2. Achyut Khadka, DC,USA
It's really good for us if they work together than separate their ways. They should establish a music company in which all members of the band can teach the music students. If this happens, then they can earn name and fame too. They have to believe in group works.
3. Arien, Falls Church, USA
I have a strong faith that 1974 A.D will never split.
4. Ashim Pradhan, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Yeah definitely, yo band ta hamro sangeet ko sahara ho.
5. Sonam, Thimpu, Bhutan
Please don't break
6.Abisekh, KTM, Nepal
Actually the band which says, 'Yo man ta mero Nepali ho' should not split.They are the well known and the most popular band of Nepal. They should not break like the 'Prism' band. Instead, they should be an example for the upcoming bands and create the record of the band for forever and ever. They should be the example for not only Nepal but for the whole world.
7. Rujjwal Sharma, KTM, Nepal
I was really shocked and in fact shattered to read the article "Is it a final curtain for 1974 AD?" that the sensational and the most admired band in Nepali music scenario are going to split!!! They better not do it for their fans sake. Be it Adrian or Manoj or Phiroj , they should not forget that it was 1974 AD that made them otherwise they were just nothing. We 1974 AD fan want more nonstop 1974 AD songs, not the hell their solos!!!
8. Laxman Pun, KTM, Nepal
It's not digestible to me and all the fans of this band. I mean how can they? So many young bands have followed them and they are their idols. I, like many others have grown up listening to them. It's completely a bad idea.
9. Rojeet Shakya, KTM
1974 AD is the best freaking band the country has ever seen. Their Rangashala concert was a landmark concert. Our generation needs them to be around. I really hope 1974 AD keeps rocking and though it seems as if the band members seem occupied in their own worlds, and why shouldn't they? they r great musicians individually too. The band has a bond that reflects in their music. For me their "Pareli ma" and "Hinda hindai" are the best Nepali songs ever composed. I really hope that this story's a joke coz we really love and need them.
10. Nirza Shrestha, Lalitpur, Nepal
I would not like the band to split because I think their unity was their first step in the music world which made them popular and liked by many Nepalese. I think they should be together and I like them a lot. I love their songs and their live performance.
11. One of the fan, NY, USA
I think it's time for break. Though I like the band, I still think it's time for rest. They can still come back and I personally think it will bring new taste and good result.
12. Sonam, Berkely, US
After being together for so long, touring, performing and being away from home,they deserve to take a break. We as people should respect their decision. I have personally met them and hanged out with them in states. I say, they are the only Nepali band who has been touring successfully in various parts of US for long now. Let them take their time out if they need to. I respect whatever their decision is going to be. If they do split, imagine when they get back together, how wonderful and huge it is going to be. Hopefully they will not split but if they, we as fans and people should respect that and we will always love them.
Updated on June 12, 2006.
1. Bijay Sharma, Kathmandu, Nepal
Hey brothers of 1974 AD, I request you from my heart- please don't split. Please don't do this!!! I am your greatest fan since your first album "Time Out" to the latest "Pinjada ko Suga". am the owner of all your albums. Please, the nation needs you are the heart of Nepali music. If there is no heart, there is no survival. Please, never make Nepalese cry due to your split. Please if you can, let me meet you.
2. Dan, UK.
Feels hard to believe it that they are going to split but 1974 AD will always be my best band forever.
3. Nhamahang Rai, U.A.E
I have been their dedicated fan since their initial days at Police Academy Hall for the launch of their first debut album "Time Out". 1974 AD has been an influential band in Nepali Rock music and has formed a niche for itself with very talented musicians. I wish them to take a vacation not a BREAK because at the end where ever they are, they rock man... they rock.
4. Man Singh Saru Magar, Butwal Nepal
(In Roman Nepali)
Dai haru, malai tapai haruko geet sarainai maan parcha. Tapai haru ko sabai geet maan parcha. Khash gari malai tapaiharu ko "sambhodhan, hiddha hiddhai, hijo matra, yoo mann ta mero," mann parcha. Aaru bhanda pani tapai ko band member haru nai mann parcha .Tapai haruko sangalo nai ramro dhekhincha.Tesaile tapai haru ko band member kahile pani nachutosh bhaanna chahanchu. Tapai ko harek geet le sara nepali ko mann chuosh.
3.Ashesh Shakya, Dharan, Nepal
It's a bad news for all the fan of1974 AD .So they must be in unity forever.
4. Avisekh, Kathmandu, Nepal
I really admire 1974 AD coz I like blues and jazz. This is the only band that provides us such music. their songs like "Pahilo juni ma", "Sambodan" and "Kahile kahile" was just a gem. I really think that there's no such vocal in Nepalese musical arena like Adrian Dai. Well, talking about the total band, I can't find such band in Nepal, so if its true that the band is splitting, it is really very mundane for music lovers like us and if it is just a rumor, I thank God and pray lord that 1974 AD must never split.
5.Binod, Kathmandu, Nepal
Let 1974 AD make a new history of being together forever. They may go separately but they must do some thing for their band and their fans like me. Long live 1974 AD. Let's put this name in the Everest of nepali music.
6. Kailash Malla, California,USA
Well there is no doubt that 1974 A.D. has been able to establish themselves as the most happening rock band till date and they deserve the credit. They definitely have worked towards it. The best thing about the band is their togetherness. If they are able to stay as a band then that is their achievement. But you have to move on in life. If there are differences amongst themselves then there is no point sticking together. They should just split and do what they can do. If they want to go solo, all the best to them. I know they are great musicians and as long as they keep making good music, there is nothing to complain. Wish them all the best if at all the rumor is true. But they are a true rock band. So "Keep Rocking" in solo or as a group.
7. Ashish, Pokhara, Nepal
I feel that 1947 AD is without doubt the best musical band in Nepal. To hear that this band is going to break up is a very painful news for a music fan like me. Still,I hope they will keep creating musical magic forever.
8. Neerja, London, U.K
I feel very bad. Please don't split up. I don't think it's good. We have proverb in Nepali, 'BHAI PHUTE GWAR LUTE..' I don't think I have to explain all about this. We are all your fans. I want to see 1974 AD as a complete band. I put my fingers crossed and pray.
9. Sushil Parajuli, Biratnagar, Nepal
Hey 1974 AD will continue till the earth continues.
10. Anish R Bajracharya, Kathmandu, Nepal
I am A great fan of 1974 AD.I love your music. I hope the band will not split. This band is the great rocker in Nepali music industry. If the band splits, it will be like the death of rockers in Nepal. So, I am looking forward to hear new songs and albums of 1974 AD. Keep on rocking.
11. Mohan, Kathmandu, Nepal
This band is the legendry band of Nepal. Everyone loves this band and their music so much. They are the pioneers of Nepal's rock scene. So this band should not split for their personal reasons. We fans are always there to support such a talented band. And if they still go ahead on splitting than there will be a big hole in the heart of many big fans including myself. So I kindly request them as their well wisher not to split. Thank you. 1974 AD rocks.
12.
Suresh Shrestha, Kathmandu Nepal
If 1974AD splits up, I'll never buy any Nepali album.
13. Bibek Shrestha, Doha, Qatar.
Yo column padhera kasto khallo lagyo, 1974 AD split bhayo bhane no one will accept them as solo singers or something else.The band must not split at any cost.I can still remember that wonderful day at Rock Yatra at Dashrath Stadium.Almost all the music listeners love 1974 AD, so guys don't split please.
14.Sumit,Bharatpur, Nepal
The band should not split. One should not only think about himself but others too. The band has always entertained the fans and they should do as they are doing because they are liked in group. And not to forget, unity has the power.
15. Ram, Kathmandu, Nepal
If the rumors about breaking the band is true then it's the most heart breaking news for fans like me.1974 AD is a very talented and outstanding band .This type of band is hard to make. Their music is very good. They play the music that Nepali ears want. So, they never should split. I am afraid that if they split, they may never get the popularity and love of fans as they are getting as a band now. So, they should clear all the misunderstandings and keep on producing quality music.
