Singer and songwriter Haroon from the band Awaz is one of the most popular artists in the Pakistani music industry. The singer was also part of the golden era of music in Pakistan as collaborated with artist that became the legends of the industry.
Recently, Haroon shared an iconic photo of Pakistan’s three biggest bands in one frame. The moment was captured by photographer Tapu Javeri. And we just can’t help but feel nostalgic.
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Taking to Instagram, the singer wrote:
“Awaz, Junoon and Vital Signs in one photo. The lead singers for all three iconic bands. Not many know this but both @aliazmatofficial and @j.junaidjamshed are/ were good friends. I’ve known Ali Azmat since his Jupiter days. He and I were even flat mates for a while in Karachi back in the day.”
The singer/songwriter also talked about two songs that he collaborated with Azmat on:
“Baba Bandook for @burka.avenger and then later Tayyar Hain. Ali is one of the funniest guys I know. Always makes me laugh like crazy.”
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As for the late Junaid Jamshed, Haroon said that they had toured the world together and performed all over Pakistan.
“We launched an album together for Pepsi. JJ and I spent hours and hours talking on flights and cars and tour buses and became very close. Junaid would still come and visit me in my studio after he had quit music,” he said. “He sent me a beautiful text from Mecca saying he prayed for me weeks before he tragically died in the plane crash.”
The singer added that Vital Signs played a significant and “very helpful role for Awaz in the early stages of our career. Always grateful for that.” Actor and talk show host Mishi Khan also shared a memorable throwback photo with the late singer.
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But that’s not all! Haroon also shared a very special treat for fans of Awaz. as he posted a short clip of the band’s concert in Manchester. The clip had another great legend, Amir Zaki on guitars, Gumby on drums with Haroon and Faakir on vocals.
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It is amazing to see how we had some of the most incredible artists in the music industry. What were your favorite artists from the 90s? Share your answers in the comments below.
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