Yemen Blues

**Yemen Blues** The four members of Yemen Blues—Ravid Kahalani, Shanir Blumenkranz, Rony Iwryn, and Dan Mayo—are spread across continents, with roots spanning multiple cultures. That global perspective comes through in their exhilarating mix of Bedouin folk, funk, blues, avant-garde, Arabic classical music, fuzzed-out rock, psychedelia, and jazz. Wherever you’re from, Yemen Blues speaks your language. Equal parts musical collective and spiritual channel, Yemen Blues rejects the idea of taking sides, embracing unity and love as paths toward harmony on both personal and collective levels. They explore complex and sometimes thorny subjects through the simple joy of making music—a universal space where everyone can meet. “The group serves up a spicy mix of psychedelic rock, Bedouin folk, and jazz improvisation, often politically charged and almost always danceable.” — John Schaefer, New Sounds “Once again, Yemen Blues demonstrates their ability to captivate hearts and inspire minds with their masterful mix of sounds and soulful expression.” — Indie Spirit “Yemen Blues’ new album, Only Love Remains (Kartel), harnesses the rhythmic convulsions and energetic melodies of Bedouin folk, then gives them extra swagger.” — The Guardian, Folk Album of the Month