Music lovers in Cambridge are in for a unique sonic journey as Zar Electrik brings their electrifying blend of Gnawan trance and global electro beats to Ca d’zan House Concerts on Tuesday, September 30th. The Franco-Moroccan trio fuses traditional African instruments with pulsing electronic soundscapes, creating what NPR Music calls “a sub-Saharan rave” rich in cultural fusion. The evening starts with a community potluck at 6:00 PM, followed by the concert at 7:00. Attendees are invited to bring their own seating and enjoy an all-ages event. Suggested donation is $20–30. Details at xroadscc.org/events.
Marseille-based trio Zar Electrik is making waves in the world music scene, skillfully blending traditional African instruments with dynamic electronic beats. Their name pays homage to a healing ritual from the Horn of Africa, setting the tone for their immersive, communal sound. Singer-instrumentalists Anass Zine and Arthur Péneau—joined by producer Didier Miosine—combine Maghreb, sub-Saharan, and Western electronic influences, resulting in what NPR Music calls “a sub-Saharan rave sung in Arabic, French, and Darija.” Their live shows invite listeners on a transcendent journey, merging centuries-old Gnawa traditions with hypnotic, modern soundscapes.
