Yusuf Islam

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Yusuf gives first LA performance in three decades

Yusuf Islam [ tickets ], the artist formerly known as Cat Stevens, returned to an LA stage for the first time in 33 years on Monday (5/11), performing songs from his new "Roadsinger" album and classics such as "Where Will the Children Play" and "Peace Train."  / Read more

Album Review: Yusuf Islam, "Roadsinger (to warm you through the night)" (UMe)

The second pop outing for Yusuf Islam [ tickets ] brings him closer to his former self as Cat Stevens while asserting a clearer mission for Yusuf as a 21st century performer. "Roadsinger" is not only the second album from the writer of "Wild World" and "Peace Train" devoid of any Muslim teachings or mentions, it's the work of a man at peace with his place in life and music. It's an honest record, filled with performances that are warm and graceful, an elegant follow-up to his early A&M albums such as "Teaser and the Firecat."  / Read more
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