Ban Koulchi Reduxby Various Artists

With roots in Sufi, Qawalli, Ghazal, and Punjabi folk, Kiran Ahluwaila crafts her own contemporary songs that are equal parts reflective and groovy-- embodying the essence of Indian music while embracing influences from Mali and western blues, rock, R&B and jazz. Souad Massi (Arabic: سعاد ماسي; b. 1972), is an Algerian Berber singer, songwriter and guitarist. Live KEXP Performance (2018): www.youtube.com