The 8th death anniversary of Legendary Qawwal and Naat Khawan Amjad Sabri is being observed today.

Born in 1976, Sabri was a part of a well-known qawwali family in Karachi. Inheriting the passion for Qawwali, he received his initial training of qawwalis from his father Ghulam Farid Sabri and elder brother Azmat Sabri.

After completing his technical education and training, the renowned singer demonstrated his skills in the field of Qawwali. He had performed in more than 17 countries including India, Nepal, USA, and London.

His first album was Balaghal Ola Be Kamalehi, which was released in 1997. He was awarded pride of performance and Sitara-i-Imtiaz for his meritorious services in the field of Sufi Music.

The esteemed Naat Khwan and Qawwal became a prominent voice of South Asia, pursuing the bequest of his father Ghulam Sabri and uncle Maqbool Ahmed Sabri. Some of his most distinguished pieces include Tajdar-e-Haram, Jis Ne Madine Jana, More Haji Piya, Bhar Do Jholi Meri, Tauba Qubool Ho Meri and many others.

He was awarded pride of performance and Sitara-i-Imtiaz for his meritorious services in the field of Sufi Music.

Amjad Sabri was assassinated in Karachi on this day in 2016.