Oxford University announces immersive broadcast of iconic Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan performance
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Tue, 27 April 21
Martyn Bennett: 17 February 1971 – 30 January 2005
It is with enormous sadness that we announce the death of Martyn Bennett after a long struggle against cancer.
Martyn died in Edinburgh on Sunday 30 January. He has left behind an extraordinary and seminal body of work – influential recordings and the memory outstanding live performances. His last album Grit is an image of a struggle and endurance – both of the singers featured and of Martyn himself.
"Martyn took the soul and passion of the roots of Scottish music, and planted them in a modern, electronic world. Sadly we only had the opportunity to work with Martyn towards the end of his music-making. I loved how he created and handled his work. There was always a mix of intense emotion, compassion and pride, served on a bed of atmosphere and rhythm." Peter Gabriel
Martyn Bennett, a rare talent who will be sadly missed.
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Released 12 October 2003
Grit —the late Martyn Bennett’s most extraordinary work and his final project— is a deeply emotional collection of traditional singers showcased via an avalanche of sounds and beats, rooted in the past but glorying in modern dance culture.
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