El Khat: Rock Band in New York

About El Khat

El Khat is a group working in the margins where rock and pop meet mizrahi rhythms, shaped by amplification and hand-played pulse. Their recorded footprint is still developing, with an emerging presence on streaming platforms and a small but steady listener base. In New York City, they bring this material to rooms like Union Pool, a venue that favors direct contact over distance. The performances lean on repetition and grit, keeping the focus on ensemble drive rather than spectacle.