SAMA and Clock-Out Lounge Present: Sababa 5 (Paris)
Midpak, DJ Darek Mazzone
Sababa 5
‘Sababa 5’ was formed by a group of musicians known for their work for some of Tel Aviv’s top artists/vocalists, such as Gili Yalo, Ester Rada, and Liraz Charhi, as well as with famous groups like Hoodna Orchestra, Tigris, and Kutiman Orchestra. With members’ influences that range from wrecking crew recordings from the ’60s, to analog Middle Eastern music from the ’70s, the sound of the band constantly revolves around different genres and rhythms, yet, in its core, ‘Sababa 5’ is always a groove-centric band. Last year the band finished construction on their new recording space, a space that was especially built to accommodate live full-band recordings. Its location is right by the border of Jaffa and Tel Aviv, on Eilat St, hence the name Eilat Studios. . User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.
About This Event
SAMA and Clock-Out Lounge Present: Sababa 5 Midpak DJ Darek Mazzone Thursday Oct. m. com/music Sababa 5 are a Paris-based band known for their hypnotic blend of Middle Eastern psychedelia, Mediterranean funk, and analog groove.
Their sound fuses swirling organs, surf guitars, and irresistible rhythms into a style that feels both nostalgic and forward-looking --- rooted in vintage tones, but always evolving. After gaining global attention with the single , "rdquo" -> Tokyo Midnight / Nasnusa," featuring Japanese singer Yurika, the band continued to explore new directions through collaborations and live performances across Europe. Their self-titled debut album and follow-up, Aspan, deepened their signature sound: a rich instrumental fusion of funk, disco, and Eastern melodies.
In recent years, Sababa 5 have expanded their palette through projects with vocalists including Shiran Tzfira, Inbal Nur Dekel, Yurika Hanashima, Canay Doğan, and Sophia Solomon, balancing analog depth with cross-cultural energy. Known for their captivating live shows, Sababa 5 bring an immersive experience that blends groove, improvisation, and vibrant sonic textures, connecting with audiences across Europe and beyond. In 2025, they unveiled Nadir, their fourth and most ambitious album to date.
Marking a new creative high, Nadir dives deeper into emotion, texture, and groove --- the sound of a band unafraid to move forward. This journey continues into early 2026 with the release of their fifth album, Ca Va Ca Va, embracing a celebratory Hafla sound --- a Middle Eastern party spirit --- fully supported by an extensive European tour. com/music