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Fakira

‘Fakira’ blending Bengali folk music with Sant Kabir’s songs, is an exciting fusion of two rich cultural traditions. Bengali folk defines Fakira’s signature style, and draws deeply from Bengali folk traditions like Baul, Bhatiyali, and Jhumur, which are known for their spiritual and philosophical themes. These forms, often dealing with life, nature, love, and the search for the divine, are spiritually aligned with the teachings of Kabir. Kabir’s philosophy is infused within Fakira - Sant Kabir’s songs are known for their profound simplicity and universal messages, focusing on unity, self-realisation, and the futility of ritualism. By merging the rustic, soul-searching essence of Bengali folk music with Kabir’s transcendent poetry, Fakira will offer audiences a culturally rich and spiritually resonant experience, appealing to both fans of folk music and those who appreciate the universal messages of Sant Kabir.

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For 11 years now, Fakira has been successfully performing in live concerts, globally showcasing the unique roots of Bengal via the verses and music of the bauls. Fakira has been the flagbearer of lost and ancient folk culture, literature, and songs of Bengal. They have regularly collaborated and actively engaged with the well-known experts of this genre of music, namely, Kanaidas Baul, Laxmandas Baul, Radheshyamdas Baul, Arman Fakir with the aim of learning and experiencing their philosophy. They’ve tried to preserve the essence of this ancient musical form by using a combination of traditional and modern instruments. Their fame has only increased in recent years and their efforts have also caught the eyes of the mainstream media as one of the top bands in the country.