Imal Gnawa Live in Concert
Sunday September 21, 2025 l 8 PM
Maas Building
1325 N Randolph St, Philadelphia PA 19122

Presented by Fire Museum and Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture

Imal Gnawa stands at the intersection of traditions rooted in the deep spiritual and rhythmic legacy of Moroccan Gnawa music and bold futurism. Imal Gnawa seeks to weave together ritualistic trance acoustic elements with futuristic aesthetics, creating a soundscape that is as timeless as it is avant-garde.

At the core of this music lies an intricate fusion, where the talents of Eilon Elikam, Andrew Fox and Atlas Phoenix weave together the organic warmth of acoustic instruments with the realms of electronic sounds. Together, they create a dialogue between the ancient and the modern, a conversation that pays tribute to the past while daring to push its boundaries forward. In their hands, music becomes not just an art form, but a living force—one that bridges cultures, transforms hearts, and affirms the universal power of sound to connect and heal.

Their debut E.P, Twilight Prophecy, serves as a manifesto of this vision. It captures the hypnotic groove and spiritual depth of Gnawa music, electronic textures, and a fearless approach to experimentation. The album’s compositions move between meditative trance states and electrifying swellings, inviting listeners into a ceremonial space that transcends time and place. Imal Gnawa is a living experiment, a celebration of cultural exchange, and a commitment to the transformative power of music.

accessibility: space is on the second floor up a flight of stairs.

This event supported by a sponsorship grant from the Penn Treaty Special Services District