Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
13 October 1948 – 16 August 1997
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan was a Pakistani vocalist widely regarded as one of the greatest qawwali singers, a devotional Sufi music tradition. He brought qawwali to international audiences through collaborations with Western artists and recordings on Peter Gabriel's Real World label, and is remembered for his extraordinary vocal range and improvisational skill.
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Life events
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan was born into a family with a long tradition of qawwali music.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe gave his first public performance at a gathering shortly after his father's death.
Following the death of his father Fateh Ali Khan, he took over leadership of the family's qawwali ensemble.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe performed at Peter Gabriel's WOMAD festival, launching his international career.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe recorded a series of albums for Peter Gabriel's Real World label, expanding his global audience.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe collaborated with Eddie Vedder on music for the film soundtrack.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgThe album Night Song blended qawwali with Western production.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe died of cardiac arrest at a hospital in London while awaiting a kidney transplant.
Source: en.wikipedia.org