Ahmad Zahir Volume 2 2lp

2lp
2012/1973-78
new
A second collection of sweeping ballads by Afghanistan's answer to Neil Diamond. Slightly better selection that's quite fluid & unhurried, & also shows off a little more Indian influence, all helping to explain Zahir's endless dreamy mystique. Tabla drums frequently appear, awesome wah on the guitar, and there's at least one epic spaghetti western trumpet solo that underlines Zahir's voluptuous melismatic runs. Tracklisting: Agar Ze Khalig Malaamat, Ahange Zindegi, Az Dozdida Chashm Az Ahoo, Az Nazo Che Maykhande, Baduhait Konam, Begzar Begreyan, Begzaro Ta Begeeryam, Behooda Am, Beya Borim Ba Sangeran, Che Khoosh Amadi Safaa Kardi, Dil Ze Sowda, Awshiq Shudee Aye Dil.