Arooj Aftab

The word "transformative" is perhaps not forceful enough to adequately describe the multi-faceted creative artist Arooj Aftab. The artist defies categorical definition through an extensive repertoire of study and knowledge that encompasses music production and recording techniques as well as a wide-ranging vocal practice that moves with sophisticated intent in the worlds of jazz, South Asian classical music, pop and blues.

Aftab works with and from these vibrant, mercurial forms to create what she admiringly refers to as "global soul". She is its erudite scribe and dark chanteuse, successfully convincing audiences around the world that genre definitions are a lie, but that she herself should be believed.