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Sonic Reflections on Identity and Conflict

Sonic Reflections on Identity and Conflict

An interview with Leila Abdul-Rauf

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Oct 01, 2024
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Acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Leila Abdul-Rauf (Vastum, Cardinal Wyrm, and lots more) discusses the evolution of her solo project, from its ambient origins to the more ambitious, conceptual direction of her latest album. She shares insights into her diverse musical background, the emotional and philosophical influences that shape her dark, boundary-pushing sound, and her developing connections with the Arab American community.

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