| Code | DS/UK/16845 |
| Name | Akhtar; Najma (18 September 1962-present); English singer songwriter |
| Dates | 18 September 1962-present |
| Gender | Female (cisgender) |
| Place of Birth/Origin | Chelmsford, England (born) |
| Biography | Najma Akhtar also known as Najma is a British singer of Indian ancestry. She is noted for jazz modification of the traditional Urdu Indian ghazal (love songs and spiritual songs). She has also appeared as a performer in the songs and videos of other performers, such as jazz and rock saxophonist Stan Harrison.[3] Najma has also worked with Robert Plant and Jimmy Page on the No Quarter DVD. |