El Khat and Oruã
Due to circumstances beyond [The Freight’s] control, this performance has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Get ready for a boundary-breaking night of global soundscapes, as we host an electrifying international co-bill with El Khat (Yemen/Berlin) and Oruã (Brazil).
El Khat channels the raw soul of Yemeni folk through a post-punk lens, crafting hypnotic grooves on handmade junkyard instruments. Led by Eyal El Wahab, this Berlin-based trio brings a gripping DIY aesthetic and sonic experimentation that’s as emotionally charged as it is rhythmically compelling. Sharing the bill is Oruã, the Rio de Janeiro psych-fusion collective blending MPB, samba, rock, and jazz into a swirling, modern expression of Brazil’s cultural pulse. Known for their explosive live energy and thoughtful lyricism, Oruã bridges tradition and futurism with infectious flair. This is not just a concert—it’s a visceral, cross-continental conversation between cultures, rhythm, and resistance. Don’t miss this singular night of musical reinvention at one of the Bay Area’s most beloved listening rooms.