Metronome - The Music Podcast

In this podcast, Hindustan Times's resident music connoisseur, Samarth Goyal, covers the best of the latest music from around the country and the world, while also giving you trivia about some of the evergreen classics. Plus, he will also interview an independent artist who will talk about their latest release. If you want to get your song featured on Metronome write to Samarth on Twitter. His handle is @sammysamarth. For a quicker response, write to us @htsmartcast on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

Top 5 Songs include Texas Hold 'Em, Durr and More | Trivia on Elton John " Candle in the Wind"

Experience a musical journey that spans from the heart of Texas, through raw and unapologetic grunge, to the depths of faith and love, culminating in a poignant tribute that etched its place in music history. Beyoncé, Pearl Jam, Ankit Tiwari, Javed-Mohsin, Elton John and Mohit Chauhan's evocative melodies will take you on an unforgettable voyage through different emotions.

02-19
06:51

Top 5 Songs include Selfish, Halka Halka Sa and More | Trivia on Shreya Ghosal song Silsila Yeh Chahat Ka

Uncover the soul-stirring melodies of Billy Joel, Justin Timberlake, Arijit Singh, Shekhar Ravjiani, Shreya Ghoshal, and Ritwick Das. From the heartfelt embrace of "Turn the Lights Back On" to the nostalgic charm of "Selfish," and the soothing escape of "Halka Halka Sa," these songs paint a vivid musical canvas. Tune into a world of emotions and experiences with these timeless musical treasures, including a track sampled by Grammy-winning artists.

02-09
06:06

Top 5 Songs include Beautiful Things, Naqaab and More | Trivia on Michael song I Want Your Sex

How about we start by exploring Benson Boone's "Beautiful Things"? a track that transforms from ordinary to extraordinary, much like a refreshing coffee on a rainy day. Then, Cat Janice's 'Dance You Outta My Head' steps in, turning heartache into an ecstatic dance of freedom. Experience the nostalgia with Stebin Ben's 'Dil Kya Kare,' and get a taste of vibrant Punjabi rhythms in 'Naqaab' by Kaka and Gur Sidhu. Finally, feel the pulse of India with Vineet Singh Hukmani's 'Born in Bharat.' So Feel the rhythm and let go of your worries!

01-30
04:41

Top 5 Songs include Good people, Yes and ? and More | Trivia on U2's song Stuck in the Moment

Get ready for a musical ride with Metronome latest picks! We start with the catchy folk beats of Mumford & Sons and Pharrell Williams in 'Good People,' a song that feels like a lively dance around a campfire. Then, Ariana Grande's 'Yes, and?' brings a pop sparkle, full of catchy tunes and head-nodding beats. Drift into the soothing rhythms of AUR and Zayn Malik's 'Tu Hai Kahan,' a song that's like a warm breeze on a cold day. Next, Jonita Gandhi's 'Love Like That' takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, mixing pop and soulful melodies. And for a romantic twist, Nikhil Paralikar's 'Tum Shayara' brings the heart-touching sounds of the tabla. Don't miss our trivia about U2's 'Stuck in the Moment' – it's a playlist that's full of stories, rhythms, and soul!

01-19
04:56

Top 5 Songs include Strangers, The Queen & More | Trivia on the song "Tanha Dil" by Shaan

In this Hindustan Times' music roundup, we're serving up a mix of tunes that'll touch your heart and get your feet tapping. From Lewis Capaldi's heartbreak vibes in 'Strangers' to the uplifting spirit of Kodi Lee's 'Change', each song has its own story to tell. Feel the devotion in Kailash Kher's 'Ram Dhun Song', groove to Diljit Dosanjh's love track 'Love Ya', and for a dose of girl power, check out Aditi's anthem 'The Queen'. Also, catch an interesting conversation with Prayag and Rishabh Joshi about their latest EP "Lost Stories". It's a playlist that's all heart, soul, and fun!

01-11
04:53

Top 5 Songs include Needle, If you only knew & More | Trivia on the song "Mera Joota Hai Japani"

In this edition of Hindustan Times top 5 recommended songs, we showcase hits "Needle" by Nicki Minaj, featuring the one and only Drake, along with "If You Only Knew" by Alexander Stewart, among others. Samarth this time is in conversation with The duo Lost Stories talking about their latest EP, showcasing their expertise in seamlessly blending Indian folk music with electronic elements and much more Furthermore, in the trivia segment today, Smarth discusses the timeless Bollywood song "Mera Joota Hai Japani" from the film "Shree 420" starring Raj Kapoor. the song symbolized India's journey to sovereignty. Tune in to explore its backstory and origins. Tune in for more.

12-22
05:41

Top 5 Songs include My House, Bulletproof & More | Trivia on Bobby Deol's Animal song

In this edition of Hindustan Times top 5 recommended songs, we showcase hits 'MY HOUSE' by the queen herself, Beyoncé., along with Wrap 'Bulletproof' by Jamie Fine, among others. Samarth this time is in conversation with the duo of Prayag and Rishabh Joshi discussing their lates Ep "Lost Stories" Furthermore, in the trivia segment today, Smarth discusses the song featured in Bobby Deol's introduction scene in the movie "Animal." This song has lingered in our memories ever since. Tune in to explore its backstory and origins.

12-08
05:51

Top 5 Songs include Lovin On Me, Wrap Me Up & More | Trivia on Akon

In this edition of Hindustan Times top 5 recommended songs, we showcase hits Lovin On Me by Jack Harlow, along with Wrap Me Up by Jimmy Fallon and Meghan Trainor, among others. Samarth sits down with Vijay DK and talk about "Adakaari" his latest single and the entire album. Moreover, in today's trivia segment, are you aware of the initial Bollywood song that featured Akon and left such a lasting impression on him due to the positive response? This experience ultimately led him to undertake specific projects in the Bollywood realm! Tune in to find out

12-01
05:25

Top 5 Songs include Houdini, Standing Next To You & More | Trivia on Bruno Mars

In this week's top 5 songs recommended by Hindustan Times, we are featuring tracks like "Houdini" by Dua Lipa, "Standing Next To You" by Jungkook, and "Dheeth" by Honey Singh, among others. Moreover, in today's trivia segment, we'll talk about Bruno Mars, Did you know his real name is Peter Gene Hernandez? Born on October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Host Samarth Goyal is also joined by Allen Ling about his latest song and the inspiration behind it, Tune in now to hear what he had to say.

11-17
05:30

Top 5 Songs include Dreaming, Something to Remember & More | Trivia on Kala Chashma

In this week's top 5 songs recommended by Hindustan Times, we are featuring tracks like "Dreaming" by Marshmello, P!nk, and Sting, "Something to Remember" by Matt Hansen, "Oh My" by Rahul Advani, among others. Moreover, in today's trivia segment, we'll talk about the iconic song "Kala Chashma", which is one of the biggest hit tracks of the year, from the movie Baar Baar Dekho. Did you know This Punjabi song is originally from the 1990s. Host Samarth Goyal is also joined by Neeti Mohan, they talk about her song "Shagna" and how this song connects to her heart, To know more, tune in to this week's episode of Metronome.

11-03
05:26

Top 5 Songs include Monaco, One more time & More | Trivia on Dard-E-Disco

In this week's top 5 songs recommended by Hindustan Times, we are featuring tracks like "MONACO" by Bad Bunny, "ONE MORE TIME" by blink-182, "Suno" from The Archies by Ankur Tewari, Javed Akhtar, and the Islanders, among others. Moreover, in today's trivia segment, we'll talk about the iconic song "Dard-E-Disco " Well we all have noticed the lyrics and well, they never made much sense, right? Surprisingly, that was the whole point. Host Samarth Goyal is also joined by Bharg about his recent single, the inspiration behind it and more. To know more, tune in to this week's episode of Metronome.

10-26
05:18

Top 5 Songs include One of The Girls, Hands On Me & More | Trivia on Chaiyya Chaiyya

In this week's top 5 songs recommended by Hindustan Times, we are featuring tracks like "Hands On Me" by Jason Derulo, "One Of The Girls" by Troye Sivan, and "Kalaastar" by Honey Singh, among others. Moreover, in today's trivia segment, we'll talk about the iconic song "Chaiyya Chaiyya" from the film "Dil Se." Did you know that the lyrics of "Chaiyya Chaiyya" are based on the Sufi folk song "Thaiyya Thaiyya" with lyrics by poet Bulleh Shah? Host Samarth Goyal is also joined by Divyansh Kacholia, aka DVK, to talk about his second single and how he relates to the song in the first place. To know more, tune in to this week's episode of Metronome.

10-20
05:03

Top 5 Songs include 3D, Wild Ones & More | Trivia on Bollywood longest song

In this edition of Hindustan Times top 5 recommended songs, we'll showcase a diverse musical journey, starting with "3D" by Jungkook and Jack Harlow, a hypnotic groove that captures your senses. Along with "Wild Ones" by Jessie Murph and Jelly Roll, blending hip-hop, country, and rock. "In My Flow" by Sam and Jaz Dhami offers a musical treasure box with four unique tracks, and many more This week Samarth is joined by with Rohan, who has completed two decades in the industry and the inspiration behind his track, talking about the idea of a toxic relationship with the protagonist being in a peril. This week's trivia is about Bollywood's longest song, Tune in to find out.

10-13
05:33

Top 5 Songs include Mirage, Hold on to Now & More | Trivia on Hrithik Roshan

In this edition of Hindustan Times top 5 recommended songs, we showcase hits like Mirage by OneRepublic and Mishaal Tamer, along with Kylie Minogue's Hold on to Now, among others. Hosted by Samarth Goyal, Yashraj shares insights into his latest track "THAT’S A FACT," revealing how his own life experiences fuel his songwriting. Moreover, in today's trivia segment, were you aware that the background music used when Hrithik Roshan climbs a large rock in "Lakshya" was originally created for the 2008 film "Rock On!"? To discover more, tune in to this week's episode of Metronome.

10-06
06:25

Top 5 Songs include Angry, Never Die, Jalsa 2.0 & More | Trivia on AR Rahman

In this week's top 5 songs recommended by Hindustan Times, we're featuring tracks like Angry by The Rolling Stones, Never Die by Nas, and Jalsa 2.0 by Satinder Sartaaj, among others. Joining host Samarth Goyal, Shai gives insights into her latest release "Toot Rahi Hoon," shedding light on her personal experiences. Moreover, in today's trivia segment, we'll talk about India and the world's greatest music composers, AR Rahman. Did you know that "Rangeela" wasn't initially planned as Rahman's Bollywood debut? To discover more, tune in to this week's episode of Metronome.

09-22
05:21

Top 5 Songs include Slow Dancing, Tension, Lifestyle & More | Trivia on Who Let The Dogs Out

In this week's top 5 songs recommended by Hindustan Times, we have Slow Dancing by V, Tension by Kylie Minogue, Lifestyle by AP Dhillon, and more. Vineet Singh Hukmani joins host Samarth Goyal to delve into his newest single "ISRO," shedding light on the inspiration that drove the creation of this extraordinary song. Additionally, did you know which popular song, often associated with dogs, actually has a feminist theme according to its creator Anslem Douglas? To find out, tune in to this week's episode of Metronome.

09-14
05:55

Top 5 Songs include Last time I saw you, Bad Idea Right, Two Thousand Eighteen & More | Trivia on I Kissed A Girl

In this week's top 5 songs recommended by Hindustan Times, we have Last Time I Saw You by Nicki Minaj, Bad Idea Right by Olivia Rodrigo, Two Thousand Eighteen by Jafa, and more. Rashmeet Kaur joins, host Samarth Goyal, to discuss her latest single Cherie Coco and share her experiences on collaborating with artists worldwide. Additionally, do you know who inspired Katy Perry's single that dominated the US Billboard Hot 100 chart for seven consecutive weeks, marking the 1,000th number-one song of the rock era? To find out whose lips were Katy's muse for I Kissed A Girl, tune in to this week's episode of Metronome!

09-08
04:45

Top 5 Songs include Used To Be Young, Single Soon, Zindagi Paheli & More | Trivia on Freddie Mercury

Used To Be Young by Miley Cyrus, Single Soon by Selena Gomez, Dil Ka Telephone 2.0 from Dream Girl 2, and more make up the top 5 songs this week, recommended by Hindustan Times. Catch Jai Dhir talking about his latest single full of trap and RnB feels, Dass De, with host, Samarth Goyal. Also, did you know that Queen's frontman, Freddie Mercury had a connection with our country, India? To find out what that connection was, tune in to this week's episode of Metronome!

09-01
04:46

Lipstick | Rainy Days | One Love | Elevate | Matlabi - Top songs this week

Tune in for host, Samarth Goyal's, top-5 latest releases from home and around the world, in this episode of the season. He begins with "Lipstick" by Charlie Puth, "Rainy Days" by V, "One Love" by Shubh and more ensuring there's something to suit everyone's musical taste! Additionally, he interviews Vineet Singh Hukmani to find out what went behind marketability and intricacies of presenting his song to the audience. In trivia this week, we will discuss the iconic song "Nothing Else Matters" by Metallica.

08-24
05:21

Paint the town red, Realest, Never Mine & More | Trivia on the iconic Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai

Paint the town red by Doja Cat, Realest by Ez Mil and Eminem, Never Mine by Harnoor and more become a part of this week's top 5 songs recommended by Hindustan Times. Also, do you know which were the two main broadcasting channels that imposed a ban on the timeless song 'Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai' from the 90s hit film, Khalnayak? Find out in the trivia section this week as host, Samarth Goyal speaks to singers, Ila Arun and Alka Yagnik. They delve into the creation and controversies surrounding this iconic song. Tune in to hear what they had to say.

08-17
04:41

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