Goher Mumtaz of Jal band is Pakistan`s gifted guitarist and song writer. He is the brainchild of the band and kudos must go to him for keeping the band intact. Jal`s second album Boondh has once again elevated the band to new heights courtesy Goher`s immaculate guitar playing and mature song writing. YW took an opportunity to engage with the guitar maestro in a brief chit chat.

Your full and real name?

Goher Mumtaz

Star sign /birth date

Leo/ July 27

Your favourite artists/ bands?

Any artist whose work touches my heart!

Your favourite label?

Can`t specify one

The last perfume you bought?

Montblanc / Kenneth Cole

What do you do to relax?

Go to my house`s roof top with my guitar.

You favourite food?

Any homemade food apart from vegetables.

Favourite drink?

Pina Colada

Best coffee place?

None

In your DVD player?

Iron Man / Perfume

What do you do on Sunday mornings?

Halwa puri ka nashta (breakfast), then spend time with family and cousins.

Which of your songs is closest to you and why?

Iris — Goo Goo Dolls. Because I fell in love with this song when I listened to it for the first time and I listen to this song day and night. It`s still my favourite.

Except for your own self who do you listen to?

My elder brother; his thinking is quite different from mine but yet very helpful.

If you were not a singer, what would you be?

An air force pilot or a programmer (I hate programming though).

What is love for you?

Full of happiness but sorrows as well! This sorrow part is the source of inspiration and creativity for me. Happiness in any kind of love is the blessing of Allah for me which tells me the real meaning of life.

Most important possession?

Nothing special

First crush?

My class fellow when I was in class two. It lasted till I reached class four.

Define yourself in three words.

Honest, professional and determinant )

Do you have a pet name; would you like to share it with us?

Yes I do! It`s Moon, my cousins, my family members and relatives call me with this name at home.

What is the best quality do you possess?

Forgiveness