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Smadj to present new album in two gigs in İzmir and İstanbul
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Tunisian-born Parisian musician Jean-Pierre Smadja, aka Smadj, famed internationally for his signature blend of acoustic and electronic sounds, will play songs from his most recent album, “Selin,” in two gigs in İzmir and İstanbul next week.
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Billed by reviewers as “the most passionate album” Smadj has released to date, “Selin” was released in early December. The 10-track set is made up of Smadj’s own original compositions inspired from his times in İstanbul as well as his partner, after whom the album is named. Joined by Swiss contemporary jazz trumpeter Erik Truffaz, best known for his improvised playing style, and British DJ and tabla player Talvin Singh, famous for his fusion of classical Indian tunes with electronic dance music, Smadj recorded “Selin” in İstanbul, where he is currently based. The trio, who frequently collaborate in recordings and live performances, will also be joined by Cem Yıldız on bağlama during next week’s two performances, scheduled for Dec. 16 at the French Cultural Center in İzmir and Dec. 17 at the Babylon Club in İstanbul’s Beyoğlu. Smadj made his international breakthrough in 2000 with the album “Equilibriste.” In 2002, Smadj joined fellow French oud player Mehdi Haddab for a special project that would transport the oud to the 21st century in their album, “DuOuD.” The album also received second place in the Best Album category at the prestigious BBC World Music Awards.
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