Shahin Badar,Award winning singer and songwriter is one of the most accomplished crossover commercial female Asian vocalists in UK who has crossed over with international success, leaving a mark through some of her original breathtaking collaborations.
Her sound has now become her trademark, she sings in several Anglo-Indo-Arabic languages.This genre and style is strongly reflected in her music today.
She has acclaimed celebrity status through her work in both Hollywood and Bollywood, and is an inspiration and role model to both the younger and older generation. Shahin has launched special events, endorsed charitable causes and was described by one mainstream magazine as " one of the most original artistes around" .
Shahin's unique Alaap chants, created and vocalled by Shahin herself were featured on the headline track "Smack my Bitch up "on the phenomenal double platinum selling album "Fat of The Land" by the UK based legendary dance band "The Prodigy".The Album made history hitting the No.1 spot in 21 countries, earning the group a Grammy nomination .
She received a double platinum disc for her outstanding contribution.Shahin’s written and vocal works features in over 40 TV and Film sountracks including Award winning Hollywood movies like Charlies Angels, scarie movie 2 and Academy nominated movie Closer.
After the success of SMBU Liam Howlett once again invited Shahin to feature on his track "Get up Get off" from their No.1 selling album "Always Outnumbered Never Outgunned" which also featured the vocals of Hollywood rapper Twista and actress Juliet Lewis .She was asked to perform live with the prodigy at BBC Radio1 on zane lowe's prestigious show "The legend's week "which had a listenership of 6 million people .
The release of the House stomper "Mundaya" produced by Tim Deluxe, chosen as the tune of the week on Pete Tong’s BBC Radio 1 show was an astounding success , and went on to be released on Tim’s debut album "The little ginger club kid". No stranger to the big stage She went on to perform at the UK ‘s most awesome festivals - Creamfields and Global Gathering and many more amongst sharing the floor with the likes of Pink and Basement Jaxx.It doesn’t stop there.
Going by her profile ,shahin's list is endless,some of the works are with the legendary bass player Jah Wobble and Temple of sound On the track "Hayati" 4 the album " Shout at the Devil", with Indian Ropeman on" 66 Metres", Mukhtar Sahota on the beautiful composition of "Gal Lagh Jah",Fraser T smith from Craig David's "Born to do it" Album ,Doug Laurent of Mr.Vain Fame,Film composer Michael Dannah, Mercury nominated Choque Hosain,Robson Galdino last but not least with the legendry" AR Rehman" on the background score of the Bollywood movie Zubeida and Yuva .
Her style ranges and fits into the Big Beat, world, Arabic, Electronica,House, Hip Hop,Trance,Ambient,Film to Pop, collaboratively or as a soloist.
A dynamic performer and powerfull vocalist ,shahin captivates the audience with her great presence on stage, She also supported the phenomenal" 50 Cent" in Lebanon with lebanese Award winning producer Guy Manoukian at " The biel" to a staggering crowd of 20 thousand fans, which led to Shahin being especially invited guest to perform with the N0.1 world Turkish artist Mercan Dede in Germany.
Currently vocalising for a musical which will be released in Belgium, Shahin will be bringing more music to our ears this year with her album due for release soon .
With her current music to go by, you know the next album hitting the shelf will be something different!
Shahin Badar undoubtedly a Diva, Strong and Spiritual, continues to challenge stereotypes of the female Indian subcontinent vocalist while respecting her culture and pursuing her various projects and dreams!
You have surely heard about the tragic death of a brave young woman who was murdered in Iran just for peacefully protesting with her father on the streets of Teheran.
Hey thanks for the add always been a fan of your voice... How are things going at the moment..? Just thought I would let you know I have just released 2 albums out now on itunes emusic and amazon
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