Author: Amar Diwakar

Discover the untold story of Uzbek pop singer Nasiba Abdullaeva and the mesmerizing Afghan song that inspired her cover, now featured on the eclectic compilation “Synthesizing the Silk Roads”. Dive into a vibrant musical underground that blossomed in Soviet Central Asia during the 1970s and 1980s, blending traditional sounds with disco beats and jazz influences. Unearth forgotten Soviet-era treasures, including tracks by artists like Original and Minarets of Nessef, whose music carries stories of creativity and resilience despite political challenges. Join the journey through Tashkent’s cultural renaissance, where boundaries shifted, jazz thrived, and disco fever took over dance floors. Experience…