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Akash (Ether) Pt. I

by Alam Khan

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Inspired by the elements, Alam Khan’s Akash (Ether) Pt. 1 is a sign of things to come, and offers a first glimpse at his upcoming full-length album.

A powerful rumination on our changing world, this single by the renowned Indian classical sarod player and composer brings us a shimmering vision of light, shadow, and the cyclical nature of being. Emotional and cinematic, the combination of Bengali 5-stringed Dotara and Alam’s main instrument, the 25-string sarod, form the basis for much of this multi layered soundscape. A persuasive broken beat drum loop grounded in earthy percussive sounds roots the slowly evolving composition. At times reminiscent of Talvin Singh, at times Philip Glass, Akash (Ether) Pt.1 is a bold and original statement on where were are right now and the work that needs to be done by a composer at the peak of his powers.

Born in the San Francisco Bay Area, Alam Khan is the son of the late legendary Sarode Maestro Ali Akbar Khan. Since his youth Alam has performed all over the world and is regarded as a torch bearer and virtuosic Sarodist of the Maihar Gharana. Along with his Sarod playing, he is known as a genre-bending composer and innovator, blending different musical styles, cultures and moods. His classical work, and many years of producing, composing and collaborating with some of the worlds most gifted musicians, have given Alam his unique and powerful sound.

His upcoming full length album is out on Snakes x Ladders in the fall of 2022.

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released August 12, 2022

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