ZÖJ

ZÖJ

With a commitment to intercultural expression, ZÖJ is an experimental cross-cultural music duo that blends traditional elements with contemporary experimental influences. Central to their practice lies a profound engagement with Persian poetry, shaping both the emotional resonance of the vocals and the duo’s compositional language. Vocal performances and a virtuosic mastery of the traditional Persian string instruments kamancheh and qeychak intertwine with dynamic drumming, resulting in a captivating and accessible sound. Their latest album, May The Devil’s Ear Be Deaf, showcases their ability to create masterful works in improvised settings, balancing exploratory, conversational approach to musicianship with devotion for Persian poetry.

This artist is part of the program curated by Tropical Fuck Storm. The post-apocalyptic acid punk disco scuzzheads have curated a sonically diverse mix featuring longtime musical inspirations, friends and collaborators; artists that they've met on the road, and acts that they've been eager to see live.

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