Singer-songwriter, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist musician of Azerbaijan origin. Pioneer of "Islamic pop". 2003, released first album, Al-Mu`allim; 2005, released My Ummah; 2010, released Wherever You Are. Involved in humanitarian initiatives, supporting, among others, Islamic Relief and Save the Children. Plays the tombak (Persian instrument), santoor, piano, violin, oud, setar, tar and daf. Recipient of awards and honours, including: named Islam's Biggest Rock Star, Time magazine.