“El Khat are a fascinating hot mess of sounds and influences … Named after the plant famous for inducing mind-bending euphoria, El Khat's mission is to keep the unsung cultural heritage of their ancestors alive, but on their own terms, adding a healthy dollop of DIY attitude, psych-rock energy and noisy experimentalism … Mute finds fertile crosstown traffic between ancient and modern, tradition and innovation, harmony and dissonance, local and universal.” -- UNCUT
In 2019, El Khat began honing their sound in garages and warehouses. Experimenting with DIY, self-made instruments as an expression of a minimalist life philosophy—while remaining loyal to traditional Yemeni percussive roots—the three-piece developed a unique Arabic-Yemeni style. Although their detachment from any nation or flag is a driving force behind the group, the heart of their music and heritage remains deeply rooted in Yemeni culture. The constant divisions created by war and migration have given rise to a reassembled identity, one that resonates strongly throughout El Khat’s music. With three albums behind and a fourth to be released in 2026, El Khat continue to forge a sound that bridges past and present—keeping Yemeni culture alive while reimagining its future.
El Khat are: Eyal el Wahab (seer, kearat, pahit [self-made instruments], lead vocal); Lo tan Yaish drum kit [self-made instruments], backing vocal; and Yefet Hassan (organ, percussion, [self-made instruments], backing vocal).
SHOW NOTES
Admission: $21
Doors: 6:30pm
Music: 7:30pm - 10pm
21+ / 16+ must be accompanied by an adult
Reserved seating.
PRE-SHOW SPECIALS: 5pm - 7pm
Tickets:
https://www.revelerexperiences.com/event/el-khat-11242025
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