El Khat

THURS | Apr 16 Doors 8 | Show 8:30pm $85 Dinner & Show $40 Cover Only RESERVE TABLE About the Artist 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 Yefet Hassan- Organ, Percussion, (self-made instruments), backing vocal RESERVE TABLE