About Traveller
Traveller is a studio album by Indian sitarist Anoushka Shankar. The album was released on October 14, 2011. It features twelve tracks that blend Indian classical music with flamenco influences. The project explores the historical and musical connections between the two traditions, tracing their shared roots in ancient migrations and cultural exchanges.
Anoushka Shankar composed and performed the album, collaborating with flamenco artists including guitarist Pepe Habichuela and vocalist Sandra Carrasco. The album includes both instrumental and vocal tracks, with Shankar playing the sitar across all compositions. The label Deutsche Grammophon distributed the release.
The tracklist includes Inside Me, a fusion piece with flamenco rhythms; Bulería con Ricardo, featuring guitarist Ricardo Miño; Krishna, an instrumental piece rooted in Indian classical motifs; Si no puedo verla, a vocal track sung in Spanish; and Dancing in Madness, which incorporates electronic elements. Other notable tracks are Boy Meets Girl, Kanya, Traveller, Ishq, and Casi uno. The album also contains two additional tracks not listed in the sample.
The production of Traveller involved recording sessions in London, Madrid, and New Delhi. Shankar arranged the compositions, integrating traditional Indian ragas with flamenco palos. The album received critical attention for its cross-cultural experimentation and technical execution. Further details about the recording process, personnel, or reception are not provided in the available context.