In the group’s first studio album for Smithsonian Folkways, Achai beautifully illustrates the adaptability of Tuvan music organically created and deeply rooted, yet still interconnected with the sound world of the 21st century.
Featuring master beatboxer Shodekeh, alongside time-honored Tuvan throat-singing styles, the album demonstrates how members of Alash have dedicated their lives to performing, preserving, developing, and growing the Tuvan tradition. As Ondar shared memory and tradition, so too does Alash with spirited performances and forward-thinking collaborations. Smithsonian Folkways Recordings SF-40578-CD Achai Compact Disc They are worthy bearers of the culture of their fathers and sons.InstrumentsBack vocals, Bayan accordion, Beatbox, Doshpuluur, Duyuglar, Guitar, Igil, Kengirge, Lead vocals, Murgu, Shoor, Solo, Vocals, Whistling, XomusCreditsScott Alan Stewart - Producer, Sean Quirk - Producer, Annotation, Mike Monseur - Recorder, Mastering Engineer, Vladimir Mongush - Photographer, Jabari Weathers - Illustrator, James Deutsch - Editor, Marissa Walker - Editor, Krystyn MacGregor - Designer, Art director, Layout, Ben Mangold - Additional Recording, Bob Dawson - Mixing EngineeSpecificationsGenre: Central Asia, WorldReleased Year: 2017Play Time: 57 MinutesNo of Pages: 24Weight: 1 lbs Achai, the Tuvan word for father, describes a deep paternal participation in the upbringing and growth of a new generation.