Singer Shiva Pariyar Discusses Politics and Music on Ratopati's 'Talk Forward' Podcast

Kathmandu. Shiva Pariyar is as sharp in criticizing political and social anomalies as he is excellent in singing. In his musical journey spanning nearly two decades, he has played a significant role in enriching Nepali music by giving it outstanding songs and compositions. Shiva, capable of singing all genres, is particularly recognized for his semi-classical, Ghazal, and 'high pitch' singing.

Shiva, who established his identity in the music scene with the song 'Saili in Phewa Lake,' became firmly established with popular songs like 'Maray Baar Baar,' 'Kahan Thiyau Timi Rangamanch,' 'Alikati Najar,' 'Kya Dami Bho,' and 'Sangi.' Since then, he has never looked back. His busy schedule from the studio to the stage appears enviable.

Ratopati has launched the podcast series 'Talk Forward.' The podcast will present the stories, lifestyles, and ideas of established, struggling, and inspirational personalities from any field through conversational storytelling. Popular singer and musician Shiva Pariyar is the guest in the first episode. During his hour-long session, he shared his views focusing on current politics and the election scenario. He commented on the inaction of old political parties and leaders, and openly criticized the same old tendencies seen in the newly termed alternative parties.

'The same old tendencies are starting to appear in many aspects even in the parties called new; this must be corrected,' he says, 'And not all the old ones are bad; the good people within them should not be thrown into the same pit. The politics of the future should not be one of prohibition, but civilized and cultured.'

Shiva also shared insights on the rapid changes in the music industry, the impact of AI on music, and his future dreams. The detailed Ratopati Podcast 'Talk Forward' can be viewed.

Video/Photo: Manoj Khadka
Video Editing/Thumbnail: Dashraj Shrestha
Logo/ID: Rupak Thapa 'Riwaj'