Updated on: 26 July, 2021 11:32 AM IST |
Trilok Gurtu Classics You Cant Miss!
With the 2013 release album, Gurtu pays a tribute to modern trumpeter Don Cherry. All sounds in the album showcase Trilok Gurtus great admiration for the musician. Trumpet as played by Cherry is a symbol of Gurtus own musical vision. The album has taken up Cherrys blend of groovy tunes from Indian to Afro-Cuban music to jazz, classical, funk, free and ambient.
The second studio album of Italian maestros Aktuala, La Terra was Trilok Gurtus first recording. Released in 1974, the album has an array of tracks where the artiste has played the snake drums, cymbals, tabla, Moroccan bongos, cow bells and the xylophone with much precision.
From the album The Beat of Love, the track is a masterpiece collaboration headed by Trilok. Voiced by Salif Keita and Sabine Kabongo, it best depicts their grief over the future of the African states. Recorded in 2001, it remains one of Gurtus flawless works.
Penned down by Gurtu and his mother Shobha, the song was inspired by a street musician they once came across. While Mrs. Gurtu voiced this track from the album Kathak, Kai Eckhardt supported Trilok Gurtus tempo with some soulful bass.
One of the most eagerly awaited tracks of the time, Greetings from the album Remembrance was recorded in 2002. It showcases maestros Zakir Hussain and Trilok Gurtu creating magic with the tabla and percussion respectively.
In 1998, the album Kathak was launched by Trilok Gurtu along with his band at that time- The Glimpse. Ganpati is a track voiced by Neneh Cherry and is dedicated to Don Cherry, the jazz maestro who introduced Gurtu to the West.
The Joe Zawinul song featured Trilok on percussion, drums and the tabla. Recorded in 1993 for the album Crazy Saints, the dazzling interplay of percussion and vocals makes it the fine one.
Triloks powerful gusts of percussion for this track from the album Kathak, was a rage of sorts. The song was recorded in 1998 with Steve Lukather, the most imminent session guitarists of the world. Gurtu once quoted, In several cultures, seven is considered a lucky number. 7/8 is also my favorite time signature.
In 1999, Anglique Kidjo voiced the title track of the album African Fantasy. Trilok Gurtus light percussion adds immense beauty to the song thats been cherished for years now.
In 1987, Gurtu recorded his first solo album Usfret. Shobharock is the opening track featuring his mother Shobha Gurtus vocals. While Mrs. Gurtu had never forayed into working with Western drums, Trilok Gurtu sure had to coax her into it. And when the track was recorded, it went on to be one path-breaking number.
The Indian percussion prodigy, Trilok Gurtus music has been a blend of world music, jazz fusion and an array of other genres. With some fine solo albums, the artiste has also collaborated with several international music biggies over the years. So heres a list of 10 classics from the maestro you cant afford to miss!
