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Shkumbin Tafilaj, was born on 12/12/1983 in Prishtina, Kosovo where he also lives. BINI is his artistic name, and as such recognized by the general public; without doubt, BINI can be called a creative Albanian artist, one of the few Albanian artist who have devoted their careers exclusively to special artistic expressions. Determined not to negotiate with his passion; and, determined that his creative force experiences its natural flow where sky is the limit and where the power of expression resembles the strength of a hurricane. These are undoubtedly influential points of a character that believes and understands that "History is created by those who break the rules".

Early life and career
BINI was born in December 12th, 1983 in Prishtina, Kosovo where he also lives.

2000 - 2003
At the age of 16 Shkumbin worked for the National television channel RTV 21 in Prishtina, Kosovo in the department of culture as a broadcaster and network announcer; he, led a weekly youth program known as “Pulse of the Youth”, which he wrote and presented once a week. Shkumbin worked as a youth journalist where he held interviews covering youth activities, and reported on social cultural fields.

2008-Present
Shkumbin Tafilaj attended The University of Pristina where he studied Law, while his professional contribution has been at the Academic Development Office- CDC, at the University of Pristina. In addition to his studies Shkumbin also invested in Solfège and took private lessons for voice and singing.

2012


On the 100th anniversary of the independence of the Albanian state, BINI was chosen by fashion designer Njomeza Luci as the centerpiece Image: Harmony and Disharmony of the Hats. A collection presented with success at the Albanian Fashion Week (AFW) 2012.

In his role as a fashion critic; BINI, has offered his professional abilities as an artistic director in two high fashion collections created by the well known designers from Kosovo, Mrs. Blerina Kllokoqi Rugova and Mrs. Aferdita Paqarada.

2013
BINI’s profile in the field of fashion has been a valued Fashion Critic, where he developed a sense of fashion and style working under the wing of the Albanian fashion icon and beauty Mrs. Aferdita Paqarada. BINI’s, professional contribution for the past several years have been in the visual media and print of the country and the region. His originality and his professional criticism has brought a new standard of professional expression based on key competencies of fashion and design.

2014
BINI had a recurring role in the show “Pa Teklif” of the iconic  actress Teuta Krasniqi where he played the role of a charismatic neighbor. The show ren for one season and was produced by Zero Positive Publicist.

2015
The music project “ Panta Rei”, is a divine expression through interpretation and melody; and, it is dedicated to a very specific and important social cause. BINI’s texts take the listeners in a journey through the real world and human intimacy; where, the words express the portrait of life without making a distinction of life or art. According to BINI imagination is key for successful writing; and, the rest are the fantasies found in our universe. This new production will be shared and introduced to the public sometime in the year 2015.



Public Image
In Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Montenegro, BINI is known as an artist and a song writer. The audience in Pristina and Skopje know him also as a Fashion Critic. BINI’s fashion criticism is highly valued and is a key determiner for fashion trends. His interpretation of the song “PANTA REI” is characterized with nuances of soul music influences. His vocal range and lyrics are his strongest points.

Philanthropy
Shkumbin Tafilaj is best known for his support for social and human causes in Kosovo. He is a distinguished philanthropist, and with every professional opportunity he has expressed powerful messages in support of very important causes. Through the two high fashion collections that BINI directed in Kosovo he has raised awareness in tow fields: recognizing and caring for the blind in Kosovo, and importance of breast exams for detection of breast cancer. BINI presented at the humanitarian activity with the purpose of fund raising for NFK, Kosovo. Helping children with cancer in Kosovo, November 2013. BINI presented side by side Erleta Hoti, the release of a video clip where all the proceds where given to the organization “Help the children with Caner in Kosovo”. BINI also presented with the well know actress Diellza Kolgeci, at the Humanitarian Concert “Muzike per ju (Music for you)“  fight against cancer. Organized and presented by the school of arts and music, MISBAH & Friends, Pristina 17 December 2013 BINI has played a key role in the establishment of Kosova Philanthropists; and, is an avid supporter and donator to the humanitarian cause of “Hand to Hand Summer Camp” events from 09.04.2014 – Present.

Discography
Singles PANTA REI ( Bini )

Singles
Panta Rei (Singer- Bini ) Pa ty - Without you ( Singer-Neki Emra )