Sulaf

Experience powerful vocals, Sufi poetry and the rich musical heritage of Sudan. 

Sudanese singer, oud player and composer Sulaf draws on the rich musical heritage of Sudan. From Nubian-rooted rhythms to devotional and folk traditions, she shapes it into a deeply personal, emotionally charged style. 

Using the Sufi poetry of her great-grandfather, Sulaf captures loss, identity, and resilience. Her debut album ‘ABA’ carries Sudan’s spirit across borders with haunting power and emotional depth. Created in collaboration with French producer Maxime Kosinetz (Imarhan, Tinariwen), ‘ABA’ reflects both artistic exploration and lived experience. What began as a short creative residency in Paris became an unplanned exile following the outbreak of war in Sudan. The album traces that journey, moving through themes of longing, memory and spiritual resilience. It blends oud, voice, electronics and expansive arrangements into a sound that feels both ancient and strikingly modern. 

At the heart of Sulaf’s work is her powerful, expressive voice – capable of both intimate vulnerability and soaring intensity. Her music honours the legacy of Sudanese artists and the poetry of her Sufi great-grandfather, while opening new sonic pathways that connect audiences across cultures.