Biography of Phiroj Shyangden

Name: Phiroj Shyangden
Born: Darjeeling, West Bengal, India
Origin: Kathmandu, Darjeeling
Genres: Nepali Rock, Pop
Occupations: Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist, Composer, Music Teacher
Instruments: Guitar, Vocals
Member of Band: 1974 AD

Early Life and Formation of 1974 AD

Phiroj Shyangden was born in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India, and later moved to Kathmandu. His musical journey took a significant turn when he, along with Nirakar Yakthumba and Bhanu Ahamed, formed the band 1974 AD in 1994 while they were teachers at Gyanodaya School in Lalitpur.

Musical Contributions with 1974 AD

Phiroj played a pivotal role in the success of 1974 AD, contributing as a lyricist, composer, and vocalist. Some of his notable songs with the band include:

• Gurasai Fulyo – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Chithi – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Hidda Hiddai – Lyrics
• Timro Mayale – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Chaubandhi Choli – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Kahile Kahile – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Mildaina Kathaharu – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Pathai Deu Na – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Bhuli Deu – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Hijo Matra Timilai – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Mutu Bhari Bhari Maya – Lyrics
• Philo Junima – Lyrics
• Sanjhi Baschu – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Parelima – Vocal
• Bancha Ani Banchna Deu – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Mayalule Hamilai – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Deurali Bhanjhyang – Lyrics/Vocal
• Mayalule – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Timilai Pirathi Le – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Chari – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Chhudaina Timro Mayale – Lyrics
• Sajhako Bela – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Chyangba & the Bloody Revolution – Lyrics/Music/Vocal (except the English part)
• Ma Timrai Huh – Lyrics/Music
• Chhattima Josh – Lyrics/Music/Vocal Shared
• Swargadapi – Lyrics/Music/Vocal Shared
• Kina Chyangba – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Maanchhe Ko Jiwan – Lyrics/Music/Vocal Shared
• Nirantarta – Lyrics/Music/Vocal Shared
• Maya Bisaune Chautari – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Sapana Ko Sanshar Ma – Lyrics/Vocal
• Saani Ko Risaune Baani – Lyrics/Music/Vocal
• Bela Bela – Lyrics/Music/Vocal

Solo Career and Reunion

Phiroj Shyangden left 1974 AD in 2008 to pursue a solo career. He moved to New York in 2009 and released the solo album Zindagi Asai Cha. In July 2019, he reunited with 1974 AD and released a new album titled Nirantarta.

Awards with 1974 AD

• Best Performance by Group or Duo with Vocal – Hits FM Music Award (2000)
• Best Performance by Group or Duo with Vocal – San Miguel Music Award (2000)
• Best Performance by Group or Duo with Vocal – Hits FM Music Award (2002)
• Best Performance by Group or Duo with Vocal – Hits FM Music Award (2004)
• Best Song with National Feelings – Image Award (2004)
• Best Performance by Group or Duo with Vocal – Hits FM Music Award (2005)
• Best Rock Song – Image Award (2005)
• Most Air Played Song – Kantipur FM (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004)

Albums with 1974 AD

• Time Out (1996)
• Samjhi Baschu (1998)
• Satabdi (2001)
• Jungi Nishan (2002)
• Limited Edition (2002)
• Pinjada Ko Suga (2004)
• On Air (2007)
• Nirantarta (2019)

Solo Albums

• Zindagi Asai Cha

Singles

• Timi Ra Ma

Phiroj Shyangden’s contribution to Nepali rock and pop music, both as a member of 1974 AD and as a solo artist, has been significant. His ability to blend meaningful lyrics with captivating melodies has earned him a special place in the hearts of music lovers.