NRIs in USA will enjoy Vaisakhi Dhamaka from April 15- May 30, 2007
with Pammi Bai

Los Angles, March 13, 2007
NRIpress

Punjabi folk singer, Pammi Bai, alias Parmjit Sidhu with full bhangra and gidda team will perform live approximate 20 shows in different cities of USA from April 15- May 30, 2007.

Awards

AWARD OF EXCELLENCE --- INDO CANADIAN TIMES. (1993)
BEST FOLK SINGER --- SOCIETY OF PEACE DENMARK (2003)
BEST FOLK SINGER --- SOCIETY OF PEACE AND CULTURE GERMANY (2003)
BEST FOLK ALBUM --- ETC CHANNEL PUNJABI (2004)
BEST FOLK SINGER --- PUNJAB SANGEET NATAK ACADEMY (2005)
BEST FOLK SINGER --- PUNJABI DANCE ACADEMY TORONTO (2005)
BEST FOLK SINGER --- CONTRIBUTION TO PUNJABI FOLK AND MUSIC PBI. UNI . PTA.

His latest Album Of Pammi Bai NACHDE PUNJABI (Jan 2005)

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A True Safe Gaurd of Punjabi Culture
Sarbjit Dhaliwal

There is a long list of Punjabi folk singers who have played havoc with Punjabi folk culture. They have brought it down to the level of vulgarity to make a fast buck. Unfortunately, vulgarity is being accepted more than elegance in this country. The rich tradition of Punjabi folk singing has seen its worst period in recent years.

Fortunately, all is not lost. There are certain folk singers who have stood as guardians of the Punjabi culture to keep the banner of its richness and uniqueness flying. Pammi Bai, alias Parmjit Sidhu, is one such singer. Whereas many folk singers have gone astray, he has kept himself rooted in the basics of Punjabi folk singing.

Hailing from Jakhepal village in Sangrur district of the Malwa region, known for its richness of folklore, Pammi Bai has been associated with cultural activities for the past 20 years. He is the son of the late Partap Singh Baghi, a famous freedom fighter. His father inspired him to become an artist. An outstanding folk dancer, Pammi turned a professional artiste only a few years ago.

After doing MA in Punjabi literature and Public Administration, he also did LL.B to remain in touch with cultural activities at the university level. Since 1986, he has been to over 20 countries, including Thailand, Mauritius, Norway, the UK, Singapore, the USA, Canada, Switzerland, Norway, Belgium, Poland, Hungary, Sweden, Denmark and China, to perform as a bhangra dancer and folk singer.

He recorded his first audio cassette in 1987, along with the late Narinder Biba, who was blessed with the sweet voice. Then he recorded an audio cassette with Surinder Kaur, a renowned TV and radio artist. One of his songs was recorded by Jagjit Singh in his audio cassette “Ichhabal”, released in 1991. Two of his songs were recorded by Music Today. He has worked with music directors like Surinder Bachan, Charanjit Ahuja, Pandit Jawala Parshad and Ved Sethi and Kuljit.

But the real break for him came with the release of ‘Ji ne jan nu karda, rangli dunia ton.... It was an instant hit. The appeal of this song heralded Pammi Bai into the big league of Punjabi folk singers. From a famed folk dancer, Pammi has now established his identity as one of the leading folk singers.

His latest audio cassette and CD, “Put Punjabi” has added a new feather to his cap. Its video is also ready to be released soon. Director, has avoided showing scantily-clad models in the video.

He has also worked in the Punjabi film “Bagawat”and “Dhee Jat De” and tele films like “Manas Ki Jaat”, “Mehfil Mitra Di” and TV serial “Vichora”. He was a member of the Punjab Sangeet Natak Akademi, Chandigarh, from 1995 to 1998, and has been a member of the Punjab Arts Council, Chandigarh, since 1999, besides being a member of Malwa Arts, Sport, Cultural and Educational Trust. It is his passion to rediscover eminent old artistes and support them.

Pammi Bai is going to USA on Vaisakhi Tour from April14 to May27, 2007.Gurjatinder Singh Randhawa a California based promoter is organizing his shows through out the USA. Any information regarding shows in USA you can call: 916-320-9444.