"Following her exquisite album Vulture Prince, few could have guessed the direction Arooj Aftab would head next. Now, on this sublime collaborative album, Aftab joins forces with acclaimed pianist Vijay Iyer and multi-instrumentalist Shahzad Ismaily (Yoko Ono, Bonnie Prince Billy), forging a minimal but profound sound. Phenomenal" Flying Out
Vocalist Arooj Aftab, the first Pakistani to win a Grammy, wows audiences worldwide with her mesmerizing live shows; MacArthur genius and Grammy nominee Vijay Iyer is one of today’s most influential pianists; multi-instrumentalist Shahzad Ismaily’s sensitivity and technical acumen has made him a legend among musicians like the late Lou Reed for whom he was a session player. Together the three players merge to create a singular, gorgeous sound.Their new collaborative album Love In Exile asks you to step inside its sense of time, to stretch out alongside these delightful and unhurriedly unfolding songs. Profound impact is achieved with minimal instrumentation: Vijay Iyer on pianos and electronics, Shahzad Ismaily on bass and Moog synth, and Arooj Aftab’s exquisite Urdu vocals. Subtle musical interrelationships build into moments of deeply felt drama. Shimmering keyboard melodies and stirring vocals, earthy basslines, and hypnotic drones: together they create an album of stunning gravitas and beauty.
Tracklist
- To Remain/To Return
- Haseen Thi
- Shadow Forces
- Sajni
- Eyes of the Endless
- Sharabi
Please note that Love In Exile is currently not in store but is with our local supplier.
Most of the time it takes around 2-5 days from the time you place the order for the item to arrive here and be sent out but it can take longer if there are any delays.