Oftentimes the term “world music” gets designated to any music from another country regardless of its true genre like rock, folk or pop. Raq the Casbah takes the meaning of “world music” to another level by exploring the music of each of it’s members’ multi-ethnic backgrounds. Complete with exotic instruments and a mesmerizing bellydancer (the lovely Leyla), this ensemble incorporates musical flavors from around the globe. Whether it’s a Spanish ballad, Eastern European folk song or a German drinking shanty, Raq the Casbah will get your foot stompin’ somehow. You can also catch them at the One2 Lounge @ Treo in Downtown Sylvania on January 5 at 9pm. 8:45pm. Manhattan’s, 1516 Adams St. 419-243-6675. www.manhattanstoledo.com
Raq the Casbah
Oftentimes the term “world music” gets designated to any music from another country regardless of its true genre like rock, folk or pop. Raq the Casbah takes the meaning of “world music” to another level by exploring the music of each of it’s members’ multi-ethnic backgrounds. Complete with exotic instruments and a mesmerizing bellydancer (the lovely Leyla), this ensemble incorporates musical flavors from around the globe. Whether it’s a Spanish ballad, Eastern European folk song or a German drinking shanty, Raq the Casbah will get your foot stompin’ somehow. You can also catch them at the One2 Lounge @ Treo in Downtown Sylvania on January 5 at 9pm. 8:45pm. Manhattan’s, 1516 Adams St. 419-243-6675. www.manhattanstoledo.com
