Mehmed Paša, the album by Safet Isović, is a beautiful tribute to the legendary Ottoman commander Mehmed Paša Sokolović. The album features eleven tracks, each one telling a different story about the life and achievements of the great Mehmed Paša.
Safet Isović's soulful voice is perfectly suited to the traditional Bosnian sevdalinka style of music, and he delivers each song with passion and emotion. The instrumentation is also excellent, with traditional instruments like the saz, accordion, and violin creating a rich, authentic sound.
The album's standout track is undoubtedly "Mehmed Paša Sokolović," a stirring tribute to the commander's military victories and cultural contributions. Other highlights include "Kraj Potoka bistre Vode," a hauntingly beautiful song about love and longing, and "Hasanaginica," a tragic ballad about a woman's love for a man who is forced to marry another.