A legendary artist in the Afghan music scene

Dawood Sarkhosh is a multi-talented artist with a passion for music and poetry. Born in 1971 in Urozgan, Afghanistan, he began composing poetry at the young age of 9 and learned to play the Dumbura and sing at the age of 17. He received musical training on the Hazaragi Danbura from his older brother Sarwar Sarkhosh, and studied the accordion under Pakistani composer Arbab Ali Khan.

During a time when Afghan music was suppressed under the rule of fundamentalists, Sarkhosh worked to revitalize the art form through his compositions, which were inspired by a sense of nationalism and the struggles of exile. His songs reflect the nostalgia and difficulties of refugee life experienced by millions of Afghans around the world. They are not just commercial hits, but rather artistic expressions of the human experience.

• In addition to his work as a musician and poet, Sarkhosh is also a skilled composer and arranger. He has created numerous original compositions and arrangements of traditional Afghan music.
• Over the years, Sarkhosh has performed at various venues around the world, including concerts, festivals, and cultural events. He has shared the stage with many prominent artists and has garnered a loyal following among fans of Afghan music.
• In addition to his musical career, Sarkhosh is also involved in humanitarian and social causes. He has used his platform as an artist to raise awareness about issues facing Afghans, both in his homeland and in the diaspora. He raised awareness about the ongoing genocide against Hazaras in Afghanistan, and has worked to bring attention to this issue in the hopes of bringing about change.