"Collective sonic communion rooted in resistance: pioneering polymath Ahmed Eid is a musical life force, from his Arabic electro-jazz psychedelia to his work with the Palestine Music Space in Ramallah. The Bukahara co-founder steps out in solo guise fundraising for the next generation of Palestinian creatives, joined by Soufian Saihi’s mesmerising oud serenades on support."
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A gig held at The Jam Jar on Friday 24th April. The event starts at 19:30.
Ahmed Eid is one of the most influential Palestinian artists of his generation. His music tells stories of origin, resistance, hope, and freedom; tales he brings to life with his distinctive musical language.
In his solo debut EP “Aghani Akhira” أغاني أخيرة (Last Songs), he opened a new chapter in 2024 and has already given a first glimpse of his first studio album “min ghazzeh labaghdad, min haifa la beirut” which will be released in 2026.
He will be joined by Daniel Avi Schneider and their Berlin-based band ILYF, whose groovy, psychedelic, and organically danceable sounds blend perfectly with Ahmed's musical vision. Together, they promise eclectic sounds that echo across global stages and live performances that get under our skin and remain in our memories for a long time to come.
Support comes from Moroccan oud player Soufian Saihi.
The 2026 tour will be collecting donations for the Palestine Music Space in Ramallah. This space creates a place where young talents can learn, record, experiment, and create a new sense of rockstardom together free of charge.
Entry requirements: 18+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
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