29 October 2026 – Sheherazaad Collaborates With Daatri Dadhich on Registaan Ahead of Khudgarzi Album

Experimental folk-pop composer Sheherazaad has released "Registaan", a new collaboration featuring Indian singer-songwriter Daatri Dadhich. The recording provides another preview of her forthcoming album Khudgarzi, scheduled for November 20 through Erased Tapes.

The song follows earlier singles "Pakeezah" and "Andhera" and continues Sheherazaad's exploration of unconventional arrangements, storytelling and musical traditions associated with South Asia. "Registaan" imagines a harsh desert environment populated by isolated women attempting to establish new lives under difficult circumstances. Its lyrical themes explore solitude, survival and the relationship between emotional vulnerability and resilience.

Dadhich's vocal contribution introduces another perspective to the composition, helping create a musical dialogue between the performers. The accompanying video was directed by filmmaker Vincent Moon and features Sheherazaad and her ensemble performing a live interpretation at Erased Tapes' London studio. Moon's involvement connects the recording with a filmmaker known for documenting intimate musical performances and exploring the relationship between sound and physical environments.

Khudgarzi promises a collection that moves between contemporary experimental production and traditional musical influences without treating either approach as restrictive. Sheherazaad's work illustrates the growing international visibility of independent musicians who draw upon cultural traditions outside conventional Western pop structures. "Registaan" offers an intriguing introduction to that creative philosophy. Discover more boundary-crossing global sounds in our global music hub.