Goher Mumtaz

Goher Mumtaz
Goher (left) with members of Jal (band)
Background information
Birth name	Goher Mumtaz
Born	(1981-07-27) 27 July 1981 Lahore, Pakistan
Origin	Lahore, Pakistan
Genres	Pop Rock Sufi Rock
Occupation(s)	Singer Composer Guitarist lyricist
Instruments	Gibson guitars
Years active	2004 – till present
Labels	Sadaf Stereo Tips Industries Limited Fire Records Universal Music India
Associated acts	Jal QB
Website	www.gmstudioz.com/
Notable instruments
Firebird Gibson SG

Goher Mumtaz (Urdu: گوہر ممتاز ) is a Pakistani musician, singer, composer, guitarist and actor. He famous for being the founding member of rock band Jal.^[1]

Early Life

Goher was born in Lahore under the zodiac sign of Leo (astrology) As a child, Goher practiced music on a keyboard (music) he got as a gift. At 11, he sold his bike to buy his first guitar which he used to hide under his bed due to parent's restrictions.^[1]

After his high school exams, Goher suffered an accident and was confined to bed for six months. This gave him time and space to grasp every note in the music that he listens. With no formal training, Goher taught himself composition, song writing and singing. Later, he won in many college-level music competitions and gained momentum by performing at local restaurants in Lahore.^[1]

Discography

Albums

Year	Title	Label
2004	Aadat	Sadaf Stereo
2007	Boondh	Fire Records
2013	Pyaas	M Records

Coke Studio Pakistan

Year	Title	Co-Singer
2011	Ik Aarzu
2011	Panchi (Reprise)	Qurat-ul-Ain Balouch

Singles

Year	Title	Detail(s)
2008	Sajni (Reprise)	Lux Style Awards
2010	Uraan	Worldcup Song
2011	Dam Hai Toh Samnay	International Boxing Championship
2012	Ik Aarzu – Unplugged	Single (not include in Album Pyaas)