Tamino

Tamino (Amir Moharam Fouad) is a Belgian singer-songwriter of Egyptian descent. He recorded initial songs in 2016, released an EP in 2017 (with involvement from Colin Greenwood) and his debut album Amir in October 2018.

Noted for a deep baritone voice with an ability to reach a high falsetto, Tamino uses Middle Eastern-influenced arrangements (including work with Nagham Zikrayat). Critics compare his mood and delivery to artists such as Jeff Buckley and Leonard Cohen while praising specific tracks like "Habibi", "Indigo Night" and "Persephone".

The reviews praise Tamino's deep, melancholic baritone and Middle Eastern-influenced arrangements, highlighting tracks such as "Habibi", "Indigo Night" and "Persephone" from the album Amir (2018). The critic notes strong moments and vocal craft but flags a limited originality in harmonic exploration. Overall impression: promising, emotionally powerful work with room to grow.

For:Fans of melancholic indie and art-pop, listeners who like baritone vocalists and Middle Eastern-infused arrangements (Jeff Buckley/Leonard Cohen listeners).