Atta Ullah Eesakhelvi and the Cassette Revolution

Posted on November 22, 2008
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Adil Najam Even the most ardent fans of Attaullah Khan Eesakhelvi will often under-estimate his importance in the history of Pakistan music. The importance of the Eesakhailvi phenomenon goes well beyond his songs and was central in literally changing the face of Pakistani music. Music has always had a central place at ATP. We have […]

Picture of the Day: Universal Children’s Day

Posted on November 20, 2008
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Adil Najam Today, November 20, is Universal Children Day. I wanted to post this picture to commemorate the day because it depicts childhood as childhood should be, not as it often becomes. The original caption tells us that the old man is telling stories to his grandchildren and that this was taken near Sumandri in […]