Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, known as the "Shahenshah-e-Qawwali" (The Emperor of Qawwali), was one of the most revered singers in the Qawwali genre, the devotional music of the Sufis. Born on October 13, 1948 in Faisalabad, Pakistan, Khan grew up in a family with a rich musical tradition, stretching over six centuries. Trained by his father, Fateh Ali Khan, and later by his uncle Mubarak Ali Khan, he became the leader of the family Qawwali party in 1971.

Khan's commanding voice, extensive range, and ability to convey deep emotion made him a global ambassador for Sufi spiritual music. His collaborations with Western artists, like Peter Gabriel for the soundtrack of "The Last Temptation of Christ," and Eddie Vedder for the soundtrack of "Dead Man Walking," helped introduce Qawwali music to international audiences. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan's illustrious career spanned over 25 years during which he produced an extensive catalog of songs and albums, performing to packed houses across the world until his untimely death in 1997 due to complications from kidney and liver failure. Apart from traditional Qawwali, he also ventured into fusion by mixing traditional Sufi music with contemporary genres, thereby influencing an entire generation of music enthusiasts and artists. His works, including masterpieces like "Mere Rashke Qamar" and "Allah Hoo Allah Hoo," continue to enchant listeners around the globe, leaving a profound legacy in world music.

Genres

Classic Pakistani Pop

Filmi

Indian Fusion

Pakistani Folk

Qawwali

Sufi

World

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Latest Release

Mere Baad Kisko Sataoge (Lofi)

Madhur Sharma•

Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

Single - Released October 30, 2024