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Jantra (Arabic: جنتره) is a Sudanese musician known for his style of rhythmic dance music, called "Jagala" or "Jaglara" music. Jantra's music is influenced by Astro-Nubian electronic sounds and is associated with the Fashaga underground scene in Sudan. Jantra is a stage name that means "craziness" in Arabic.
Jantra was born in Fashaga, Al Qadarif state, Sudan, and began his career by performing in street parties in his hometown near the Sudan-Ethiopia border. His instrument is a modified blue Yamaha Motif keyboard, adapted for…
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