The Greek band Koyaman transforms traditional sounds into an explosive mix of music full of groove, energy and imagination: it sounds hypnotic, danceable and surprisingly playful. Following their fantastic show in 2025, we can’t wait for the moment when their Eastern Mediterranean sounds and psychedelic and electronic rhythms will once again have GROUNDS completely in their grip.

Koyaman was founded by three musicians with a deep grounding in traditional music and a drive to experiment: Kostas Tsarouchis (oud, loops, electronics), Manolis Christodoulou (kanun, loops, electronics) and Yiannis Rizopoulos (drums, percussion, electronic pads). With oud and kanun at the forefront, they blend traditional melodies with breakbeats, dub and urban vibes – a fresh and danceable sound.

In 2025, they released their debut album Koyaman, a record that pushes the boundaries of the Eastern Mediterranean tradition with pulsating grooves and innovative electronic layering. Live, the trio is known for their energetic, humorous and compelling shows, in which improvisation plays an important role and the audience is inevitably drawn onto the dance floor. Since their formation, Koyaman has played at prominent venues and festivals in Greece, Istanbul, Cyprus and other countries in Europe, with highlights including performances at the Athens Concert Hall (Megaron), sold-out shows at Kyttaro Live Club and collaborations with artists such as Makis Tsikos and Jerome Kaluta. Now they are all set to bring their hypnotic grooves back to GROUNDS!