El Khat / Radio Outernational
Empty Bottle
1035 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60622
Experimental Arabic-Yemeni trio El Khat brings their unique sound to Chicago's Empty Bottle, blending traditional Yemeni percussion with DIY, self-made instruments and a minimalist life philosophy.
Why We Like It
- El Khat's music is deeply rooted in Yemeni culture, but also reimagines its future through a bridge between past and present.
- The group's detachment from any nation or flag allows them to freely express their reassembled identity shaped by war and migration.
- With three albums behind them and a fourth on the way, El Khat continues to forge a captivating sound that resonates globally.
Who Should Attend
Music fans interested in global sounds, minimalist aesthetics, and the preservation of traditional cultures will be drawn to El Khat's performance.
