Shyqyri Alushi

Shyqyri Alushi (Albanian pronunciation: [ʃycyˈɾi aˈluʃi]; 10 May 1934 – 18 March 2019) was an Albanian singer of folk and the traditional urban music of Shkodër, also known as aheng.

In 1974, he becomes part of the Shkodër variety show group, oftentimes performing alongside fellow folk singer Bik Ndoja.

After joining he started performing more serious compositions, such as works from masters like Pjetër Gaci, Mark Kaftalli, Nazmi Lishi, Luan Barova, Shefqet Kruja, Sait Hoxha, etc.

In a 60 year long career, Alushi was awarded Merited Artist of Albania in 1984, Krenaria e qytetit ("City's Pride") in 2000, Çmimi i karrierës ("Career Award") in 1996.

He was also a winner of Disku i artë ("Golden Disc"), a countrywide marathon of folk music.