Dhafer Youssef - Shiraz

Shiraz, Dhafer Youssef’s first ACT album as a bandleader, is a deeply felt story about love and gratitude, light and darkness. The songs of the Tunisian oud player and singer are more intimate than ever — because it is a personal story. The album is dedicated to his wife, Shiraz Fradi, their close relationship, and their eventful journey together. The pieces are infused with the energy of countless encounters and discoveries from Dhafer Youssef’s decades-long musical journey, yet at the same time marked by a tender humility toward the here and now.