Artist: 
Charles Lloyd

Sangam & Friends

LP
€29,99

Release date: 24 July 2026

At 88, Charles Lloyd remains one of the defining jazz musicians of his generation. With "Sangam & Friends", the saxophonist honors the long-standing musical and personal bond he shared with his friend Zakir Hussain. Their collaboration grew out of Lloyd's lifelong fascination with India’s spiritual and artistic traditions. The album features previously unreleased recordings made in Mumbai in 2009, bringing together the Sangam trio - Charles Lloyd, Zakir Hussain, and Eric Harland - with acclaimed Indian classical musicians. Following Hussain’s passing in December 2024, these recordings take on added emotional significance, preserving both an extraordinary artistic partnership and a deep friendship.

Tracklisting:
A1. Clear the Dust  
A2. The Blessing 
A3. Jai Ganga  
A4. Tagore (live) 

B1. Bharati’s Dance, Tempo Divine  
B2. Eternal Dreamer 
B3. Sam on the Ganges  

Sangam:
Charles Lloyd: Tenor & Alto Saxophone, Flute / Zakir Hussain: Tabla, Percussion / Eric Harland: Drums, Tongue Drum, Percussion 

Friends:
Rakesh Chaurasia: Bansuri / Ranjit Barot: Keyboard / Niladri Kumar: Sitar, Electric Sitar / Sabir Khan: Sarangi / Vijay Prakash: Vocals

 

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Format Album
Release Date 2026
Speed 33 RPM
Size 12"
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