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Buzz' Ayaz(CY)

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The Cypriot group Buzz' Ayaz draws strong inspiration from 70s psychedelic rock, generously spicing it up with Anatolian melodies, dynamic drum grooves, raw bass clarinet riffs, atmospheric organ tones, hypnotic synths, and dark funk. The result is an evocative soundscape that captures the turbulent spirit of Nicosia, the divided capital of Cyprus—a place where politics, geography, and the contrast between light and shadow constantly meet in a multicultural melting pot.

Buzz' Ayaz is a new project led by the acclaimed musician Antonis Antoniou, known from the award-winning bands Monsieur Doumani and Trio Tekke. Under his leadership, the band has quickly made a name for itself with its strong interplay and unique blend of tradition and innovation.

The band members come from both sides of Nicosia’s divide, and their collaboration is a conscious act—a musical bridge that stretches across walls, checkpoints, and borders. Their music gives a powerful voice to the entire city, a voice that echoes through its complex history and present, beneath the same borderless sky.

Folk traditions form the heart of the band’s expression, used as a vibrant palette to create a contemporary mosaic—a sonic universe that blends local identity with a global perspective.

In August 2024, Buzz' Ayaz released their highly anticipated debut album on the iconic German label Glitterbeat Records.

On stage:
Antonis Antoniou – electric tzouras, vocals, and electronics
Manos Stratis – bass synth and organ
Will Scott – bass clarinet
Ulaş Öğüç – drums and triggers

Note! This is a standing concert. No food or drinks may be brought in.

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