El Khat is a homemade junkyard band led by multi-instrumentalist Eyal El Wahab. Named for the drug used so widely chewed across the Arab Peninsula, their original compositions are inspired by the music of the golden age in Aden, Yemen.

Experimenting with DIY, self-made instruments as an expression of a minimalist life philosophy—while remaining loyal to traditional Yemeni percussive roots—the three-piece developed a unique Arabic-Yemeni style. Although their detachment from any nation or flag is a driving force behind the group, the heart of their music and heritage remains deeply rooted in Yemeni culture. The constant divisions created by war and migration have given rise to a reassembled identity, one that resonates strongly throughout El Khat’s music. With a fourth album to be released in 2026, El Khat continues to forge a sound that bridges past and present—keeping Yemeni culture alive while reimagining its future.

After the concert, stop by the Rainbow Room for connection, conversation and celebration, in honor of "Maimuna" and this wonderful evening, with Maimuna-inspired light fare and challah.  Maimuna is the day-after-Passover festival originated in the Moroccan and Meghrebi/North African Jewish and Muslim communities for serving special desserts with dates, almonds, honey, rose water, pistachios, butter and wheat to mark the return to eating chametz (leavened bread) and a celebration of spring, community, good fortune and UNITY with neighbors.  Maimuna can mean good luck and wealth in Arabic, and in Hebrew it means faith, trust and belief.  Sponsored by Beit Ahavah, the Reform synagogue who shares space at Bombyx.