Yoav

The Profile

Israeli artist noted in the review as having spent his childhood in Cape Town and later living in London, New York and Montreal. His debut album Charmed & Strange (11 tracks) is described as created largely using only his guitar, extracting percussion, riffs and accompaniment from the instrument.

Known for a percussive, multi-layered approach to solo guitar and for the 2008 debut album Charmed & Strange. Reviewers note his use of falsetto and studio/live techniques that reproduce full arrangements from a single performer.

A strongly positive DeBaser review (4/5) of Yoav's debut album Charmed & Strange. The reviewer highlights Yoav's percussive, all-on-guitar approach and lists standout tracks: Adore Adore, Club Thing, Live, One By One, Beautiful Lie. The album is praised for its crafted sound and sensual atmosphere. The reviewer recommends checking live performances to confirm the solo technique.