Habib Meftah, one of the world’s most celebrated percussion players, draws inspiration from his birthplace, Bushehr—a culturally diverse port city in southern Iran shaped by Persian, African, and Arab influences. With vast experience working alongside international musicians like Adnan Joubran, Azam Ali, and Titi Robin, Meftah masterfully fuses EDM with southern Iranian music in Shibaali.
Rouzbeh Esfandarmaz, known for his profound understanding of both Western and Iranian music, adds his improvisational skills and musical sensibility to create a unique and mesmerizing blend. Together, they craft energetic, breathless compositions that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Bushehr.
Iranian-German siblings Luca Nodjoumi (bass/piano/vox) and Nika Nodjoumi (drums/guitar/vox) are LuNika, a brother-sister band from Brooklyn. Cooped up at home during the pandemic, the siblings used the lockdown to experiment with music and write their first original songs. In 2021, at ages 11 and 13, they raised more than twenty-five thousand dollars on Kickstarter to record their debut album, IMAGINING, garnering national press coverage on NBC. Their album, which features ten songs inspired by their experience as kids living through our times, was completed last fall and scheduled for a release party at iconic NYC club The Bitter End, only to be canceled by the organizers after their protest song WOMEN LIFE FREEDOM went viral.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing sounds of Shibaali. Secure your tickets now and get ready for a night filled with exhilarating music, vibrant rhythms, and an electric atmosphere.
Let’s dance the night away and celebrate the fusion of cultures with Shibaali!
- Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024
- Venue: DROM, 85 Ave A (b/w 5th & 6th St), East Village, New York, NY 10009
- Doors Open: 6:30 PM
- Opening Performance: 7:10 PM
- Main Performance: 8 PM
- Ticket Prices: $40
- Age Limit: 21+ with valid ID