Phoenician Drive

A six-member project led by Brussels percussionist Diego Moscoso that blends Mediterranean folkloric sounds with neo-psychedelic and kraut-rock influences. First EP Two Coins was released on April 28 on Exag' Records.

Led by Brussels percussionist Diego Moscoso; six members. First EP 'Two Coins' released April 28 on Exag' Records; contains tracks 'Two Coins For The Boatman' and 'Fat Bill'. Project aims to modernize Mediterranean basin folkloric sounds, incorporates flutes, clarinets, saxophones and multiple guests; influenced by Brian Jones' Joujouka recordings, kraut-rock bands (Can, NEU!, La Dusseldorf), Anatolian rock (Erkin Koray), and contemporary neo-psychedelic projects referenced in the review.

Phoenician Drive is a Brussels-led, six-member project aiming to modernize Mediterranean folkloric sounds through a neo-psychedelic lens. Their first EP Two Coins (released April 28 on Exag' Records) contains two tracks. Reviews highlight influences from Joujouka, kraut-rock and Anatolian rock, and note the use of winds and percussion to achieve a ritual, psychedelic sound.

For:Listeners of neo-psychedelia, kraut-rock and Mediterranean/world-fusion who enjoy ritual percussion and folkloric instrumentation.