MUMBAI: As cities all over the world reopen their doors, the months spent in lockdown in order to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus will not be forgotten easily. The film, theatre and music fraternities among the others, were forced to take a sabbatical resulting in an increased crop of innovative content from all around the world. From renditions to covers to new tracks, music proved to be a constant companion during these difficult times and continues to do so. This World Music Day, Zing curates a special segment ‘Zing Fan Jam’ giving fans a chance to jam along with their favourite artists - Aakanksha Sharma, Stebin Ben, Yasser Desai, Jyotica Tangri and Shivangi Bhayana.
With the new norm of virtual interactions trending, Zing will give fans this amazing opportunity to jam with the artists and come on TV with them. The Channel will select 15 super lucky who will get a chance to jam along with their favourite artist. These jamming sessions will be telecasted on the channel throughout the day on World Music Day, June 21. Not just that, the artists will take over Zing’s Instagram handle to host Live interactive sessions with their fans on the same day.
Pankaj Balhara, Deputy Business Head, Music cluster, ZEEL said, “On the occasion of World Music Day, Zing wanted to do something special for our viewers and all the music lovers. Music plays an important role in our lives and binds us together and keeps people motivated in these difficult times. Zing Fan Jam’s concept is such that fans can connect with their favourite artists sitting at home while following the rules of social distancing. The thought behind this activity was to get the fans to do something interactive with their favourite artists and celebrate music. We believe that music spreads positivity and is therapeutic and there is no better occasion than World Music Day to celebrate along with music aficionados.”
Playback singer Aakanksha Sharma who is known for Article 15 said, “I am looking forward to being a part of Zing Fan Jam and interacting with all my fans. Music is an integral part of our lives and during these trying times, it has been my constant companion. I hope through Zing Fan Jam, we will be able to spread the cheer.”
Yasser Desai who has lent his voice for movies like Parmanu and Gold shared, “The concept of Zing Fan Jam really interested me. It is unique and a good way to directly connect with our fans. I would like to take this opportunity to request my fans to log in this World Music Day as we have something really special planned for all.”
Playback singer Jyotica Tangri who is known for her song Pallo Latke said, “I am very excited to interact with my fans virtually. Along with Zing Fan Jam, I hope we will be able to make this World Music Day special for all.”
Singer Stebin Ben, the voice behind Rula Ke Gaya Ishq says, “The love that our fans shower on us is the most important thing for an artist. With Zing Fan Jam we have got an opportunity to speak and perform with them. I am looking forward to celebrating World Music Day with Zing.”
Singer Shivangi Bhayana known for movies like Shaadi mein zaroor aana and Happy Phirr Bhag Jayegi said, “I am looking forward to being a part of Zing Fan Jam. The digital medium is currently changing the way we are interacting with each other and there couldn’t have been a better way to celebrate World Music Day this year. We are expecting maximum participation from fans and music lovers across.”
Considered to be a common language, music will always be an important part of our lives as we unite this World Music Day to celebrate this widely understood language.
Celebrate World Music Day with Zing Fan Jam on Sunday, 21st June 2020 only on Zing and the official Instagram handle @zingtv