Their style is far from conventional and is best described as ever-evolving world music that is a harmonious blend of diverse cultures, languages and musical genres that influence them. Seven Eyes’ compositions transcends multiple genres – Jazz, Brazilian, Sufi/Hindustani music and Western classical music.
Having performed at the United Nations in New York, UN Geneva, TEDx Malaysia as well as Jashn-e-Rekhta festival in New Delhi, Faiz International Festival in Lahore amongst many other global festivals and events. They are regulars on BBC Asian Network, BBC Urdu, and BBC World and are regarded for their appeal to bring together diverse music and various languages from around the world together in a single performance.
The name “SEVEN EYES” is an inspirational and aspirational idea that expresses a variety of perspectives, styles and influences of music. Their two albums The Seed and Senses were enthusiastically received by live audiences in the UK, Europe, North America, Middle-East and in the Indian Subcontinent.
The duo continuously travel worldwide performing both their own music (heard on the album The Seed and Senses), and covering popular songs from around the world from Western pop classics to well known songs from the Indian Subcontinent.
“This album (The Seed) isn’t about just making things that sound cool and new. Both artists have a long, invested and humble relationship with the traditions which they draw on. The combination of cultures is anything but a clash: it’s harmony, it’s creation and it’s beautiful.” – The IndieBerlin review
“Uplifting mesmerising, everything that you want music to do!” – BBC Asian Network
“At the top of their game…He’s a wonderful guitarist!” – Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin)
Paulo Vinícius and Tanya Wells Photo by Zeeshaan Jamal
Tanya Wells is British/ Swiss and spent several childhood years living in North India where language, diverse music and culture informed the ears and imagination of this talented singer. Her flexible vocal style (attributed to years of having learnt Hindustani classical vocal) has given her opportunities to perform with world renown artists such as sitarist Anoushka Shankar (Cannes Film festival 2014), soul singer Joss Stone (Mama Stones 2013), Arabic vocalist Natacha Atlas (Ronnie Scotts 2016) as well as lay down vocals for award winning film composers such as A.R. Rahman and Nitin Sawhney.
With a double Masters (with distinction) in International Performance Research, Tanya now embraces the praxis of bringing cultures together to tell stories through music.
Paulo Vinícius from Brazil has studied music from some of the world’s top classical guitarists, namely Pablo Marquez, Franz Halász and Fabio Zanon, which has equipped him with a versatile, dynamic technique and a captivating stage presence. From a background of European classical training to performing as part of the ‘Live Music Now’ series (founded by Yehudi Menuhin) as well as Brazilian acclaim (winner of the Prêmio Revelação, Raphael Rabello Award) Paulo brings a rich and varied experience as Musical Director and along with Tanya Wells, he expresses a wealth of diverse influences that characterise the duo.
“He is one of the most outstanding exhibits of the Brazilian guitar school.” – Franz Halász
“Paulo displays an extreme sensitivity for music, sharp mind, quick response to unforeseen circumstances and work organisation.” – Fábio Zanon
Tanya:
Did you formally study Hindi or Urdu? Do you speak these languages?
Love your rendering of the songs. Keep it up!
Sardul
Hi Sardul,
Tanya spent quite some time in India and learnt some Urdu ghazals from her teacher Pt. Prabhakar Dhakde in Nagpur.
Tanya,
An incredible performance, a tour de force. I love your rendition of Faiz Ahmed Faiz’s: Gulon mein rang bhare, sung very gracefully. I have heard Jagit Singh’s rendition. But, yours ifs definitely better.
Cheers,
Shaz
Thanks to Mehdi Hassan Saab I came across that incredible song. Thanks for commenting.
Hey Tanya, I have waited six weeks for an answer! Come now, I am really curious about how you came to flawlessly sing Hindustani songs.
Sardul
See above! 😉
I really love your songs.:)..Keep up the good work..:) have you been to the International Sahaj Public School in Dharamsala(India) as well?
Hi Shradha, Thank you. Yes I did!! Had a fabulous time there. I cherish those memories spent at the foothills of the Himalayas.
Tanya,
If I listen to anymore of your tracks, I will fall in love! Just amazing!
Wishing you all the success 👏🏻😊
It’s such a treat listening to you at Rekhta on FB live – wish I was there in person. Do visit India more often and do plan to perform at Bangalore.
Hi Tanya
I heard your song at rekhta and it’s mesmerising
Love from ladakh
Tanya, you are the best. I instantly became a fan of your after listening to the song you sang at Jashn-e-Rekhta in 2017 – “Aaj Jaane Ki Zid Na Karo”. Love from Australia.
Wonderful singing and beautiful singer.
Hi, Tanya Wells and Paulo Vinicius both of you are amazing.
When I first listen to your voice it was quite confused what to say simply both of your combinations is mesmerizing. Paulo Vinicius you are amazing, your guitar music is soothing.
God Bless both of You. 🙂
Just listened to some of your songs on jashn e rekhta youtube channel. gave me goosebumps. Keep up the good work 🙂
Thank you very much Ankit!
Where do you live, Tanya – in UK?
Hi Chandu, I am currently in Brazil but will return to London in a few months.
Wow i must say heard you on youtube on Jashne Rekhta you are amazing my mother tongue is urdu so i grew up speaking urdu and punjabi and i cant even sing this good and you learnt it recently and you sing so well, very impressive keep doing the great work and if i can help you in anyway with the language am here to help anytime 🙂
Thank you Adnann!
Wow i must say heard you on youtube on Jashne Rekhta you are amazing my mother tongue is urdu so i grew up speaking urdu and punjabi and i cant even sing this good and you learnt it recently and you sing so well, very impressive keep doing the great work and if i can help you in anyway with the language am here to help anytime 🙂
Tannyaji your song rafta rafta i have been listening almost every day …you inspired me..i would like to listen you live once in my life..love you…
Thank you very much Anand,
We are glad that you are enjoying it!
Hi, do you have any upcoming concerts in the UK?
Hello Rumi,
Please give us your email address, so we can add you on our mailing list.
Hi, sorry for the late reply!
My email is rumi.seif@gmail.com
Hi Tanya .. u sing so good n touching.. I just fall in love wid u… N the song aaj Jane ke jidd na karo..ur voice created mazic…. Lot of love from Jaipur…😍😘
Tanya I heard “Aaj Jaane ki Zid na karo”, your voice is so natural for hindi/urdu accent. love it.
Thank you Monalisa!
Olá Paulo,
Parabéns pelo magnífico trabalho, o trabalho de vs é muito inspirador.
Gostaria de dizer que trilhei caminhos muito paracidos com os seu, inclusive com um dos primeiros “Brazukas” a fazer part do cast to LMN (lá nos anos 90)…
Em época de club music minha band tocava nos mesmos palcos que Nithin e Talvin Singh na Brick Lane e vizinhanças de East London..
Hoje resido em Stockholm e adoraria poder colaborar para uma possivel vinda de vcs aqui no Nordic side do planeta, temos alguns festivais interessantes e caso tenham plano de “subir o morro gelado” permita me dar-lhes assistencia!
NAMASTE
tbkobna@gmail.com
Olá Paulo,
Parabéns pela magnífica musica, o trabalho de vs é muito inspirador.
Gostaria de dizer que trilhei caminhos muito paracidos com os seu, inclusive como um dos primeiros “Brazukas” a fazer part do cast to LMN (ainda em meados dos anos 90)…
Em época de club music minha band tocava nos mesmos palcos que Nithin e Talvin Singh na Brick Lane e vizinhanças de East London..
Hoje resido em Stockholm e adoraria poder colaborar para uma possivel vinda de vcs aqui no Nordic side do planeta, temos alguns festivais interessantes e caso tenham plano de “subir o morro gelado” permita me dar-lhes assistencia!
NAMASTE
tbkobna@gmail.com
Namaskar!
Thank you for you kind message,
We will be in contact with you soon!
🙏🏽
Just listened your gazals on YouTube of Jashn-e-Rekta, beautiful voice, trully mesmerising…loved it…😘
aaj jaane ki zid na Karo is of your best songs ever and it is truly magical and time travelling.keep going!.
APRIL 3, 2018 AT 6:56 AM
aaj jaane ki zid na karo – Best voice ,guitar a and tabla and every time i listen this song i fall in love with my bride.
Hi Tanya
I am amazed listening your singing quality. Just wondering If you sing for private functions.? Like weddings etc. It will be an honor for me if I can hire your services for my brother’s wedding. Thanks
Hi Majid,
Thanks for the request. Yes we do perform at private functions. Please email us at info@seveneyesofficial.com with the event details so we can facilitate your enquiry.
Warm wishes,
Tanya
Hi Tanya and Paulo
Enjoy your music. Please add me to your mailing-list. Thank you.
Hi, please send us an email address so that we can add you to our mailing list.
Regards,
SE Team
Hi Tanya and Paulo
Enjoy your music. Please add me to your mailing-list for when you next perform in London. Thank you and namaste.
Thank you for the message.
Please give us your email address, so we can add you there.
Namaste
Hello,
Do you guys have any upcoming concerts in Europe or USA?
Hi Mr Khan,
We do have plans to perform in the US and EU this year, mainly the East coast. Please send us your email address so we can inform you of our upcoming tour in due course.
Best wishes,
SE
Hi Tanya
i really love your Music. Please add me to your mailing-list for when you next perform in Pakistan. waiting for your reply. Best Wisher for Seven Eyes team. Thanks and Assalam o Alaikum
Hi Parvaiz,
Thank you for your message. Please send us your email address so that we can add you to our mailing list.
Warm wishes,
Ollie
Seven Eyes Team
Tania, You are amazing. Please add me on your mailing list so that I can see you live whenever you are in Pakistan next time.
I will also be visiting UK along with my family sometime. It will be an honour to meet you. 😍
Hi Sikander,
Please send us your email address or write us an email at info@seveneyesoffcial.com so that we can add you to our mailing list.
Best wishes,
Seven Eyes
You should put your music on Patreon. It is a great way to monetize your creative works.
Hello Faisal,
Thanks for your message. We do have our patreon page, we have new videos coming every month. We just released one just two days ago. Check it out:
http://www.patreon.com/seveneyes
We hope to have you there!
With love and thanks,
SE
Hi Faisal. We are on Patreon! Join us by visiting http://www.patreon.com/seveneyes.
Hope to see you there!!
Really enjoying your music. How did you come up with the name “Seven Eyes”?
Keep up the great work and come to Dallas, TX!!!
Hi! You are awesome…you have a great voice. I can feel a deep sense of music in your performances.its soul touching…keep the great work continue…looking forward for more gazals…
Thank you Abhishek! Really appreciate your comment. 🙂
Hi, I heard you for the first time today..the ghazal that you sang “aaj janae ki zid na karo”…wow! what a rendition!! What a voice…simply amazing performance..I rarely write reviews but could not help myself in writing this one..Please carry on singing and I look forward to hearing more of your performances. I live in South Africa so if you even visit that country do please drop me a note. Kind Regards
Thank you for your kind comment Alok! It means a lot to us and inspires us to keep going. We would love to perform in South Africa some day. Let’s see what the future holds.
All the best,
Seven Eyes
Great voice and equally talented Guitarist. Keep it up.
Hi Tanya,
So much love from Bangladesh.
-A biggest fan of you from Bangladesh.
Hi,
I am in love with all your songs. Especially “Rafta Rafta Wo Meri” waah mind blowing. Please sing “Dil ke armaan ansoun me beh gaye” it is sung in a beautiful voice but your version will be extra-ordinary.
Thaya has a very beautiful voice …!!!
Hi TanIa listen to you first time and fell in love with it straight away I don’t have words to explain how beautifull your singing is most sweet sound I have ever heard it was such a pleasure to discover you on you tube keep it up Tahira Malik
Hi Tahira,
Do please send us your email address so we can keep you posted of future activities via our mailing list. Thanks!
Hi Tanya,
Fell in love with you singing, aaj jaane ki zid na karo….Please add me to your mailing list and let me know when you guys are touring the US. Is Atlanta on your calendar for this year?
Best of wishes,
kadmiel
Hi Kadmiel. Do please send us your email address so we can keep you posted of future activities via our mailing list. Thanks!
Excellent!
We organize concerts in Canada and would love to invite you to perform in Canada.
Can we please connect if you are available to perform in Canada.
Dear Tanya Wells and Paulo Vinícius.
THANK YOU for your incredible performances. I have listened to you videos many, many times! The intra-action, and assemblage of musical traditions that you bring about is truly mind-blowing, a pathway to how we really should live in a global/planetary world. Thank you very much, again.
I really do hope you come and do a tour of the West Coast of the USA sometime. But in any case, would you please do put me on your mailing list of concerts so that I can try and catch a performance somewhere…
with gratitude.
Vikram Prakash
Seattle.
Hi Tanya,
Simply an amazing they way you portrait ‘guloun Mein rang’
It’s bit difficult to get proper talaffuz in Urdu.
But you did fab job,
I am sure you must be knowing these poets but couldn’t resist to share you again,listen to this people plz !
Praveen shakir
Ahmed faraz
Qateel shifai
Hi Tanya and partners
I stumbled upon your music by accident on YouTube and I must say I became an instant fan of Seven eyes. Your voice coupled with the various musical instruments weather from the east or the West is amazing. I hope you can visit Edmonton Alberta Canada some day
With love for great singers
John
Hi John,
Thanks for your comment. I’m happy to tell you that we will play a few shows in Toronto towards the end of June/ July 2019. Please give us your email address so that we can add you to our mailing list to let you know of the dates and venues our upcoming shows.
Many thanks,
Tanya
Hello John,
We are going to perform in Toronto in June. Hopefully you can make it!
Hi Seven Eyes, I love your music a lot and wrote a article about it on my new-ish blog:
https://loveofguitar.com/blog/the-unknown-genius-of-tanya-wells-and-paulo-vinicius/
Thank you for doing what you do and now I’m off to buy your album.
Thanks so much for your lovely article!!
Do you have any upcoming UK dates?
Hi Mishka,
We are planning our 2020 tour. Will keep you posted about dates in UK 🙂
Hey….
Love your style…
Plans for Germany? Or Somewhere close? 2020.
Tanya …
Aaj jane ki jid na karo… I listen it very first time by Shafaqat Amanat ali sab and then your, it is really ultimate. Thank you so much for singing this song … With Deep Gratitude … 🍀🍀🍀
Hi tanya and Paulo Vinícius i just want to meet you guys once. Tanya’s voice is incredible, i always listen to your songs in the morning while going to office it just made my day.
Do you guys do live concerts please let me know i will come.
Love from INDIA
I am in love with your voice, Tanya.
Tanaya, you sing very well. I like your sing pyar bhare do sharmile nain. Good luck. Take care during this convid19