Rabbani

A quasi-traditional Malaysia-based nasyid group, Rabbani are a nine-piece group led by vocalist Mohammed Asri Ibrahim. Their first album, a self-titled affair, was released in 1997. Best known as a nasyid group that adds more modern musical aspects to its music -- therefore making it sound less like a wall of percussion -- Rabbani released ten more albums by the time of 2005's Suara Takbir. That album was released as a "contribution" to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. They have also released three compilation albums, the most recent being 2004's Yalla Beena! Jom! Let's Go! ~ Chris True, All Music Guide