Tula Ben Ari - Sheelá (2012)

Tal Ben Ari, professionally known as TULA, is an Israeli singer and multi-instrumentalist who achieved international acclaim through the Playing for Change project. Drawing from her diverse cultural background, she seamlessly integrates Middle Eastern roots, Latin American rhythms, and jazz into her work. Throughout her career, TULA has collaborated with numerous international ensembles, performed on world-renowned stages, and received prestigious accolades, including Grammy awards in Brazil. Following extensive global touring, she transitioned her focus toward a solo career, releasing albums that blend folklore with contemporary musical styles. Her current artistic direction involves exploring the intersection of electronic music and Latin folklore, culminating in a new Spanish-language project.

The album "Sheelá" is the debut solo work of Israeli singer-songwriter Tal Ben-Ari, performing under the stage name Tula. The recording took place in Barcelona under the direction of producer Dave Bianchi. In this release, the artist combines elements of Mediterranean folk, jazz, and world music. The primary focus is on the acoustic sound and Tula’s deep, expressive vocals. The songs are performed in several languages, including Hebrew and Ladino, reflecting the artist's multicultural background and her desire to bridge traditional motifs with modern arrangements. The album marked a significant milestone in the career of the performer, who is known to millions of listeners through the global music project Playing for Change.

Tracklist:
1-1 Tula Ben Ari - Set Me Free [5:06]
1-2 Tula Ben Ari;Man Ex Maqina - Shalvá (feat. Man Ex Maqina) [3:37]
1-3 Tula Ben Ari - Corsicana [5:12]
1-4 Tula Ben Ari - Sheelá [3:26]
1-5 Tula Ben Ari - Seule [3:13]
1-6 Tula Ben Ari - Ahavat Hadasa [3:08]
1-7 Tula Ben Ari - Luna Llena [3:02]
1-8 Tula Ben Ari - Pius [5:05]
1-9 Tula Ben Ari - Un Canto Efimero [1:17]
1-10 Tula Ben Ari - Ofek [5:17]
1-11 Tula Ben Ari - Regresa a Mi Lado [5:31]