Acclaimed musician, author, and multidisciplinary artist Dawoud Kringle (a.k.a. Dawoud the Renegade Sufi) presents his latest literary work, Bedtime Stories for Musicians and Other People. This captivating collection of fictional short stories offers readers a unique and heartfelt glimpse into the world of musicians and the artistry behind their lives.
Bedtime Stories for Musicians and Other People explores the universal themes of creativity, struggle, and triumph. With this book, Dawoud shares a personal and imaginative journey, inviting readers to experience the beauty, chaos, and humanity of the musician’s life.
Why Write This Book?
As a musician since the age of 10, Dawoud has spent his life immersed in the world of music and creativity. “Musicians naturally accumulate stories,” Dawoud explains. “I wanted to explore and share some of these experiences through fiction. This book is my way of giving voice to the joys and struggles musicians encounter, celebrating the art and heart behind what we do.”
A Universal Message
While focused on musicians, the stories transcend the music world. Dawoud’s intention is to reveal the deeper truths about the human condition. “Although the stories center on musicians, they are for everyone,” he says. “I wanted to capture the heart of what it means to be a musician while creating something relatable for all readers. These stories explore the transformative power of art and imagination.”
The Title’s Significance
The nostalgic comfort of bedtime stories inspired the title, reflecting Dawoud’s desire to connect with readers on a deeply emotional level. “Bedtime stories allow us to take wild flights of imagination while confronting truths, even darkness,” he explains. “Musicians live this duality daily. These stories serve as a bridge between the fantasy of art and the reality of life.”
A Glimpse into the Artist
Dawoud is a private individual who rarely shares aspects of his personal life. Yet, with Bedtime Stories for Musicians and Other People, he opens a window into his experiences and philosophies. “Everything was hard to write,” he admits. “Though fictional, the book contains fragments of my personal journey. If you want to understand who I am, it’s all there in the stories.”
About Dawoud Kringle (a.k.a. Dawoud the Renegade Sufi)
Based in New York City, Dawoud is a genre-defying artist whose music blends jazz, world, cinematic, nu-jazz, trip-hop, and experimental styles. His sound has been described as “Hans Zimmer and Jimi Hendrix fighting over a beautiful princess from another galaxy” and “That moment when the beings on Mount Olympus allowed us to hear their chief musician.”
Dawoud collaborated with Andy Dowty and Jeff Slatnick of Limulus Musical Instruments in the design of the Dautar, a unique instrument combining elements of the guitar, sitar, and cello. His fearless approach to music includes improvisation, blending diverse genres, and exploring the psychoactive properties of sound.
His impressive career spans performances across the US and Europe, 16 self-produced solo albums, and collaborations with iconic artists such as Lauryn Hill, Nona Hendryx, Spaghetti Eastern Music, The Brooklyn Raga Massive All-Stars, DJ Celt Islam, SoSaLa, Ravish Momin (Sunken Cages), The Xylans, and Mark Deutsch. Dawoud also composes for film, theater, and dance and is an accomplished visual artist and writer.
The Power and the Longing
In addition to his book, Dawoud’s latest album, The Power and the Longing, further cements his status as a creative force. This critically acclaimed project showcases his unique sound, blending emotional depth and spiritual resonance.
Album Title: The Power and the Longing
Artist: Dawoud the Renegade Sufi
Release Date: December 2024
Label: RMMAP LLC
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