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Heera Group UK is a bhangra music band that originated in the early 1980s. Also known as the pioneers of British Bhangra, the lead singers are Palvinder Dhami and Jasvinder Kumar (known as Dhami and Kumar)

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Heera Group UK
Also known as	Heera, Heera Group
Origin	United Kingdom
Genres	Bhangra
Years active	1979 -
Labels	Saregama
Members	Palvinder Dhami J. Kumar

History

Known as the pioneers of British Bhangra, Heera Group was founded in 1979. The group initially formed under Quallander group which comprised various members but later the Duo Jasvinder Kumar and Palvinder Dhami popularly known as Kumar and Dhami together with Deepak Kazhanchi took the band to new heights.

Heera were the first British Bhangra band who infused traditional Punjabi lyrics with western instruments to appeal to the emergence of the new era of British Asians.

Heera broke records with their songs such as Dowain Jaaniya, Sus Kutni, Maar chadapa to name a few.

Heera toured worldwide bringing British Bhangra to the forefront. Notably ghazal pioneer Jagjit Singh brought Heera to Delhi and arranged a sell out concert. Actor Dharmendra also had Heera for his sons Bobby Deol’s marriage.

Heera were the first band to appear on mainstream British tv, notably Blue Peter.

The band were known for their high energetic performances and uplifting songs.

Their later works included acting and singing in the film Shaheed Udham Singh starring Raj Babber.

Dhami also successfully acted in a number of Punjabi movies in the 80s and 90’s.

Kumar also sang for Anil Kapoor in the movie Bulandi - Teri meri ek jind.

Recently Heera released a song in support of the farmers protest in Punjab India - Jit pakki saddi hai.

Dhami is married with two children. His son H-Dhami is also a popular singer, whose notable works include Sadke main java.

Kumar is married with three children. His daughter Rameet Rauli is an actress who has appeared in various works including Nickelodeon series Ride, Disneys - Find me in Paris, and upcoming movie “Little English”.

Career

With Charnjit Ahuja's music they released the album 'Bhabi Te Nanaan Nachdi' (1983). Jag wala mela saw them collaborate with legendary kuldeep bhamrah. Their iconic albums such as Diamonds from Heera and Cool & Deadley with Deepak Khazanchi as music director paved Heeras unique sound that they are known for. Later on J. Kumar also went sing “Teri Meri Ek Jind" in Bollywood. Palvinder Dhami became a solo singer in the Punjabi folk industry and acted in many movies. The duo continues to perform worldwide and have a recording studio in London used to promote new talent .^{[citation needed]}

Albums

Bhabhi te Nanaan Nachdi

• Diamonds from Heera
• Bhangra Fever Vol 1
• Rabba Ki Kariye
• Beyond Control
• Jagh Wala Mela
• Yaaran Di Yaari
• Cool & Deadly
• Kohinoor
• Back to Desi
• Alaap & Heera Group Vol - 1
• Alaap & Heera Group Vol - 2
• Shaheed Udham Singh - Boli kich ke
• Legends Boliyan - GV
• PBN - Lak Hilda
• Jit Pakki saddi hai

Awards

In 2008 the group was awarded a "Lifetime Achievement" award at the UK Asian Music Awards.[1]

References

External links

• Bhangra Singer Profiles

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