Kahil El'Zabar
Kahil El'Zabar

Kahil El'Zabar

USAJazz, Smooth Jazz
14,968 monthly listeners
  • 6.1K followers
  • 52 subscribers
  • 5.2K followers
  • 245 fans

Kahil El'Zabar's Top Spotify Songs

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HOW CAN WE MEND A BROKEN HEART
4.2K streams
2
Artist Name
All Blues
739 streams
3
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Great Black Music
462 streams
4
Artist Name
Return of the Lost Tribe
424 streams
5
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Barundi
382 streams
4.2K
Streams last week
739
Streams last week

All Blues

Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, Kahil El'Zabar
462
Streams last week
424
Streams last week
382
Streams last week

Barundi

Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, Kahil El'Zabar
338
Streams last week
276
Streams last week
272
Streams last week

Open Me

Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, Kahil El'Zabar
247
Streams last week

Hang Tuff

Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, Kahil El'Zabar
246
Streams last week

Kahil El'Zabar's YouTube Videos

621
Views

Kahil El'Zabar & David Murray 'Katon'

Kahil Elzabar

Kahil El'Zabar & David Murray 'Katon'
Youtube
621 views
May 16, 2020
237
Views

Kahil El'Zabar & David Murray 'Spirit Groove' EPK

Kahil Elzabar

Kahil El'Zabar & David Murray 'Spirit Groove' EPK
Youtube
237 views
May 16, 2020
203
Views

KAHIL EL’ZABAR'S RITUAL TRIO WITH DWIGHT TRIBLE IN PARIS 1

Kahil Elzabar

KAHIL EL’ZABAR'S RITUAL TRIO WITH DWIGHT TRIBLE IN PARIS 1
Youtube
203 views
May 16, 2020

Kahil El'Zabar's Top Spotify Playlists in the past 3 Months

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Sora
by Spotify
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Ben Watt's SpinCycle
by Spotify
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Meditations - Matthew Halsall
by Spotify
4
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Vinyl Factory HQ playlist
by Spotify
5
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Gilles Peterson Worldwide • 22 Mar 2024
by Spotify
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Events22 Events

May
06-12
XJAZZ Berlin
Germany
DEU
, BerlinN/A N/A
May
10
Kahil El'Zabar at King Georg
Germany
DEU
, Cologne0 - 500 Club
May
13
Kahil El'Zabar at King Georg
Germany
DEU
, Cologne0 - 500 Club
May
16
Kahil El'Zabar at Union Chapel
United Kingdom
GBR
, London500 - 1200 Other
Jun
05
David Murray at Solar Myth
United States
USA
, Philadelphia0 - 500 Bar
Feb
22
Kahil El'Zabar at Zebulon
United States
USA
, Los Angeles0 - 500 Club
Past
Jan
11-20
Brussels Jazz Festival
Belgium
BEL
, IxellesN/A N/A
Past
Oct-Nov
02-04
Enjoy Jazz Festival
Germany
DEU
, LudwigshafenN/A N/A
Past
Jul
05-15
Gent Jazz
Belgium
BEL
, GhentN/A N/A
Past
Jul
04-09
Worldwide Festival
France
FRA
, PomérolsN/A N/A
Past

Kahil El'Zabar's Upcoming Events7 Events

  • XJAZZ Berlin festival

    Nightmares On Wax, Portico Quartet, Bill Frisell, Orchestra Baobab, Dina Ögon, Nubiyan Twist, NNAVY, Nala Sinephro, Joe Armon-Jones, Nduduzo Makhathini, Juju Rogers, Dora Morelenbaum, Manou Gallo, Douniah, SHABAKA, Bendik Giske, KeiyaA, Lonnie Holley, Annahstasia, Àbáse, Omer Klein, Studnitzky, Kahil El'Zabar, Dawda Jobarteh, Sasha Berliner, Florence Adooni, Muriel Grossmann, Anthony Hervey, Leona Berlin, aden, Otis Mensah, Sanni Est, Igor Osypov, Stefan Pasborg, Johnny Kulo, Klara Zangerl, Stella & The Longos, Enemy, Baron Arnold, Paul Kleber, Twin Flame
    DEU, Berlin
    Small
  • Kahil El'Zabar at King Georg

    Kahil El'Zabar
    King Georg
    DEU, Cologne
    Club0 - 500
  • Kahil El'Zabar at King Georg

    Kahil El'Zabar
    King Georg
    DEU, Cologne
    Club0 - 500
  • Kahil El'Zabar at Union Chapel

    Kahil El'Zabar
    Union Chapel
    GBR, London
    Other500 - 1.2K
  • David Murray at Solar Myth

    Kahil El'Zabar, David Murray
    Solar Myth
    USA, Philadelphia
    Bar0 - 500

Kahil El'Zabar's Past Events15 Events

  • Kahil El'Zabar at Zebulon

    Kahil El'Zabar
    Zebulon
    USA, Los Angeles
    Club0 - 500
  • Brussels Jazz Festival festival

    Joe Armon-Jones, Nduduzo Makhathini, Marcin Wasilewski Trio, ILL Considered, Marquis Hill, Yoni Mayraz, Goya Gumbani, Kahil El'Zabar, Speakers Corner Quartet, Tolouse Low Trax, David Murray, Asher Gamedze, Wajdi Riahi, Confucius MC, Rosa Brunello, Casimir Liberski, Aka Moon, Bandler Ching, Schroothoop, Don Kapot, VAAGUE, Sophie Tassignon, Donder, Anneleen Boehme, Ntoumos
    BEL, Ixelles
    Small
  • Enjoy Jazz Festival festival

    Nicole Johänntgen, Kinga Głyk, Anja Lechner, Moor Mother, Kassa Overall, Nils Petter Molvær, Dilan Balkay, Terri Lyne Carrington, Archie Shepp, Lucrecia Dalt, Jason Moran, Lakecia Benjamin, Bendik Giske, Lonnie Holley, Mary Halvorson, Michael Mayo, Jan Bang, Kahil El'Zabar, Nik Bärtsch, Arild Andersen, Jakob Manz, Lage Lund, Ensemble Modern, August Zirner, Vincent Courtois, Carte Blanche, Lucia Cadotsch, Richard Andersson, Tania Giannouli, Sylvie Courvoisier, Aki Takase, Nigun Quartet, Isaiah Collier & the Chosen Few, Ilva Eigus, Shaun Williams, Akira Sakata, Alexandra Lehmler, Claus Boesser-Ferrari, Mani Neumeier, Sebastian Gramss, Kazuhisa Uchihashi (内橋和久), Gee Hye Lee, Ece Özel, Ketan Bhatti, Corina Sîrghi și Taraful Jean Americanu, Marginal Consort, Jutta Glaser, Julia Kadel
    DEU, Ludwigshafen
    Small
  • Gent Jazz festival

    Laufey, Ludovico Einaudi, Norah Jones, ZAZ, Joe Bonamassa, Herbie Hancock, Gregory Porter, Hooverphonic, Nils Frahm, Snarky Puppy, Adi Oasis, Mulatu Astatke, Marcus Miller, Julian Lage, MonoNeon, Stavroz, Bilal, Arooj Aftab, Portico Quartet, Mavis Staples, Salami Rose Joe Louis, Kamaal Williams, Branford Marsalis, Immanuel Wilkins, Somi, Ão, Harold López-Nussa, Branford Marsalis Quartet, Jon Cleary, Jon Muq, Lakecia Benjamin, Isolde Lasoen, Kahil El'Zabar, Adja, Alina Bzhezhinska, Brussels Jazz Orchestra, Ansatz der Maschine, Vitja Pauwels, Stéphane Galland, Catherine Graindorge, Esinam, Aka Moon, Kristo, The Antler King, Noah Vanden Abeele, Bandler Ching, Schroothoop, Lara Rosseel, Dishwasher_, LũpḁGangGang, Tristan, Elias, STADT, Alex Koo, VENTILATEUR, MDCIII, Uma Chine, Elias D'hooge Trio, Dries Laheye, SPOOK, PJDS, Anthe, Roland Van Campenhout
    BEL, Ghent
    Medium
  • Worldwide Festival festival

    Gilles Peterson, The Reflex, Erlend Øye, La Comitiva, Izco, Don Cherry, Dexter Wansel, K-Lone, Joe Claussell, Danilo Plessow a.k.a Motor City Drum Ensemble, muva of Earth, Aroop Roy, Jamz Supernova, Kahil El'Zabar, Okay Temiz, Secret Night Gang, NCY Milky Band, Luke Una, Shy One, Nana Benz du Togo, Donna Leake, Vanessa Freeman, Scarlett O'Malley, The Mighty Zaf, Another Taste, Lil’ Minx, Sarah Sweeney, Muhlis Berberoğlu
    FRA, Pomérols
    Medium

Kahil El'Zabar's Beatport Songs

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Our Time Is Now (IG Culture Remix)
Released on Jun 09, 2006
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Our Time Is Now (Ig Culture Remix)
Released on Jun 09, 2006
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He's Got the Whole World In His Hands (Osunlade Beats Mix)
Released on Jun 09, 2006
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Ancestral Song (Osunlade Remix)
Released on Jun 09, 2006
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Artist Name
Ancestral Song (Osunlade Remix)
Released on Jun 09, 2006

Our Time Is Now (IG Culture Remix)

Kahil El'Zabar, IG Culture

Our Time Is Now (Ig Culture Remix)

Kahil El'Zabar, IG Culture

He's Got the Whole World In His Hands (Osunlade Beats Mix)

Osunlade, Kahil El'Zabar

Ancestral Song (Osunlade Remix)

Osunlade, Kahil El'Zabar

Ancestral Song (Osunlade Remix)

Osunlade, Kahil El'Zabar

Running In The Streets (Charles Webster Remix #1)

Charles Webster, Kahil El'Zabar

Running in the Streets (Charles Webster Remix #1)

Charles Webster, Kahil El'Zabar

He's Got The Whole World In His Hands (Henrik Schwarz Remix)

Henrik Schwarz, Kahil El'Zabar

He's Got the Whole World in His Hands (Henrik Schwarz Remix)

Henrik Schwarz, Kahil El'Zabar

He's Got The Whole World In His Hands (Original Mix)

Kahil El'Zabar

More about Kahil El'Zabar

Overview of Smooth Jazz musician Kahil El'Zabar

Kahil El'Zabar is a talented jazz musician from Chicago, Illinois, who has made a name for himself in the smooth jazz style. He is well known for his entrancing tunes, which combine traditional jazz with contemporary elements to create a distinctive and energizing sound.

El'Zabar's music has an easygoing, soulful vibe with hints of groove and R&B. His music demonstrates his knowledge of the drums and percussion instruments as he skillfully combines various rhythms and beats to produce a captivating sound that is difficult to resist. He is a favorite among jazz fans because of his talent for producing music that is both calming and energizing.

Kahil El'Zabar has established himself as a major player in the jazz music world thanks to his avant-garde approach to the genre. His music has brought him widespread praise and a devoted following of listeners who are constantly excited to hear what he has to give next. Smooth jazz enthusiasts should definitely check out Kahil El'Zabar's music.

What are the most popular songs for Smooth Jazz musician Kahil El'Zabar?

American jazz musician Kahil El'Zabar is a skilled native of Chicago. Some of the most well-known jazz and smooth jazz songs have been released by him. His music stands out from the competition thanks to its distinctive fusion of African and Jazz rhythms.

Some of his best songs include "Holy Man," which has a lively percussion and a lovely saxophone solo. Another well-known song with El'Zabar's distinctive African rhythms and percussion is "In the Spirit". Another masterpiece with a vibrant pace and an energetic song is "JUMP AND SHOUT (FOR THOSE NOW GONE)."

Some of Kahil El'Zabar's other well-known songs are "HOW CAN WE MEND A BROKEN HEART," "EXPRESS YOURSELF," "AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL - INSTRUMENTAL," "SKETCHES OF AN AFRO BLUE," "Katon," "In My House," and "FREEDOM MARCH." Each song's distinctive rhythm and sound highlight El'Zabar's range as a musician.

Jazz, soul, and African rhythms are just a few of the styles incorporated into Kahil El'Zabar's music. He has a distinctive tone that has made him a popular figure all around the world. Anyone who appreciates listening to jazz and smooth jazz will love his music. Kahil El'Zabar has music for everyone, whether you want to listen to it to unwind or dance to it.

What are the latest songs and music albums for Smooth Jazz musician Kahil El'Zabar?

Jazz musician Kahil El'Zabar is well known and hails from Chicago in the United States. He has put out a number of albums throughout the years, the most recent of which was "Spirit Gatherer: Tribute to Don Cherry" in 2023. Each tune on the CD honors the late jazz trumpeter Don Cherry while showcasing El'Zabar's distinctive sound and style. Saxophones, vibraphones, and other instruments are used throughout the record to create a genuinely immersive and engrossing listening experience.

El'Zabar has recently released numerous singles in addition to his most recent album. His most recent hits are "Lonely Woman", "Degi - Degi", "Harvest Time", and "Holy Man". Each of these songs demonstrates El'Zabar's extraordinary talent and range as a musician. While "Degi - Degi" is a more vibrant and exciting piece that will quickly get your toes tapping, "Lonely Woman" is a hauntingly beautiful music that displays El'Zabar's ability on the drums.

Overall, Kahil El'Zabar's most recent work is evidence of his skill and originality as a jazz musician. He keeps pushing the limits of the genre and making totally original songs with his distinct sound and approach. There is no doubt that his most recent releases will enthrall you, whether you have been a lover of his music for a long time or are just discovering it.

Which are the most important music performances and festival appearances for Smooth Jazz musician Kahil El'Zabar?

Chicago-born jazz and smooth jazz musician Kahil El'Zabar has performed at a number of festivals and locations, leaving his admirers eager for more. He has performed at a number of prestigious events, such as the "We Out Here Festival," "Gent Jazz," "Waking Life," "Worldwide Festival Leysin," and "Festival Jazz a Liege." The audiences at these festivals have always expressed satisfaction with his performances, which have been nothing short of amazing.

In his career, Kahil El'Zabar gave one of the Institute of Contemporary Arts' (ICA) most noteworthy performances. His adventurous and distinctive style fit this atmosphere perfectly, and he did not dissapoint. He has also performed in the Jazzclub Domicil in Germany, which is a noteworthy location. Kahil El'Zabar took use of this venue's reputation for offering intimate concerts to forge a bond with his audience.

Additionally, King Georg, The Promontory, and The Paramount have hosted performances by Kahil El'Zabar. He has performed at each of these locations, wowing his admirers with his musical prowess. He has become a fan favorite because of his always upbeat, passionate, and emotionally engaging performances.

In conclusion, Kahil El'Zabar has consistently delivered outstanding performances at festivals and other events. He has become a must-see performer because of his adventurous and distinctive approach, which has left audiences wanting more. His appearances at prestigious events and festivals have always been noteworthy, providing his fans with moments they will never forget.

Which are the most important collaborations with other musicians for Smooth Jazz musician Kahil El'Zabar?

Throughout his career, Kahil El'Zabar has worked with numerous musicians, but some of his most prominent partnerships include those with David Murray and the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble. Collaborations between the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble and legendary jazz vocalist Dwight Trible can be heard on the song "Holy Man." Trible's deep voice give the song a spiritual element while fusing traditional African rhythms with modern jazz components.

The song "In My House" by David Murray and I was a memorable collaboration. Murray's saxophone skills and El'Zabar's distinctive drumming combine on the song to create a lively and vivacious performance. One of the most significant jazz saxophonists of his generation, Murray also contributed to this track.

The songs "Katon" and "Degi - Degi" also feature the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble collaboration, with Trible re-joining them on "Degi - Degi." These songs highlight El'Zabar's distinctive percussion technique and the group's aptitude at fusing contemporary jazz elements with traditional African rhythms.

Overall, these collaborations show El'Zabar's versatility as a musician and his ability to work with other accomplished artists while yet retaining his own distinctive sound. The end result is a musical fusion that combines the best elements of both genres.