Arooj Aftab, a Pakistani-born jazz musician, had a big moment on American TV last night. She made her first performance on U.S. network television, appearing on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'. Aftab has already reached many impressive career milestones, like winning a Grammy and speaking at the White House.
On the show, she performed "Raat Ki Rani," a song from her latest album 'Night Reign'. The performance featured a talented band with guitarist Kaki King, harpist Maeve Gilchrist, bassist Zwelakhe-Duma Bell le Pere, violinist Darian Donovan Thomas, drummer Engin Kaan Gunaydin, and tuba player Heather Ewer. The stage was lit in red, adding to the atmosphere.
Aftab's music, which is a mix of minimalist jazz and other unique sounds, is not the typical style for American TV, but it was a captivating performance. This appearance marks an exciting step in her already successful career. Watch the performance below.
