{"title":"Habibi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHabibi is a talented artist known for her unique blend of musical genres. With her captivating vocals and soulful lyrics, she has gained a dedicated following around the world. Her music effortlessly combines elements of pop, R\u0026amp;B, and hip-hop, creating a sound that is both fresh and timeless. Habibi's powerful performances have earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards throughout her career. Whether performing on stage or in the studio, she continues to push boundaries and inspire others with her passion for music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom an early age, Habibi showed a natural talent for singing and songwriting. She honed her skills by studying various musical styles and experimenting with different sounds. This dedication to her craft has allowed her to develop a distinct sound that sets her apart from other artists in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith each new release, Habibi continues to evolve as an artist, pushing herself creatively while staying true to her roots. Her songs resonate with listeners on a deep level, touching on themes of love, empowerment, and self-discovery. Through her music, she aims to inspire others to embrace their individuality and pursue their dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"somewhere-they-cant-find-us-call-our-own","title":"Somewhere They Cant Find Us \/ Call Our Own","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs the world starts to re-emerge and awaken Habibi are ready to dance - the two-track EP Somewhere moves the unique four-piece’s sound into the escapism of disco nightclub era New York City, an expansion upon their Detroit-bred garage roots. After being coined by The New Yorker as having ‘the Colgate white glisten of sixties girl group pop combined with an uncensored edge’ for their acclaimed debut album, Habibi broke boundaries by introducing Farsi-sung tunes on their EP ‘Cardamom Garden’ that ‘shed rigid definitions of what constitutes American music’ (Pitchfork). In 2020, a month before the world drastically changed, ‘Anywhere But Here’, the group’s prophetic sophomore album was released, prompting NPR’s Robin Hilton to call them a ‘noir girl-group.’ For the first release with legendary Kill Rock Stars, Habibi knows it’s time to cut loose and take you to the dancefloor, enlisting producer Mike Stroud from Ratatat and Heba Kadry as mastering engineer. Fans of the Tom Tom Club and ESG will find here plenty to love.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kill Rock Stars","offers":[{"title":"Yellow | 7\"","offer_id":50470028411211,"sku":"2001633","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gold | 7\"","offer_id":50470026903883,"sku":"1135783","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/0e41e061-4296-496b-9970-5879ad498485_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727371313"},{"product_id":"anywhere-but-here-2","title":"Anywhere But Here","description":"\u003cp\u003eHabibi are venturing into the unknown. While their self-titled debut combined the Colgate-white glisten of sixties-girl-group pop with an uncensored edge, their sophomore album responds to a current global climate of unease, weaving colourful 60’s refrains with moodier, more expansive sonic textures. \u003ci\u003eAnywhere but Here\u003c\/i\u003e was created with Alex Epton in the XL Recordings studios with the ability to flesh out sounds and nuances which deepened the band’s creative chemistry, a far shout from the DIY 20-somethings musicians-in-the-making who recorded in each other’s bedrooms. With time on their side, Habibi were able to experiment with instruments like the 12-string guitar, ney flute, vibraphone and sitar, and call back previous collaborators such as tombak percussionist Yahya Alkhansa, adding Middle Eastern flourishes that continue to tell the story of their history and heritage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHabibi are aware that their relationship with one another has surpassed any relationship with a guy, and this celebration of female friendship through trying times of doubt and uncertainty can be seen through the deliberate structures, warm synchronization of guitars, and lyricisms that echo throughout. It’s easy to see the ongoing dialogue between old friends that add their own essential components of perspective and support to the record. The songs that make up \u003ci\u003eAnywhere But Here\u003c\/i\u003e pose if not universal solutions, then honest perspectives on navigating a place that can feel more unfamiliar by the day, and with this album, Habibi acknowledge that perhaps the only solace to be found is that, if you share with your friend a spotlight at the front of a stage or a seat at the back of the van, you’ll never truly be alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of 60's Girl Groups, The Doors, Vivian Girls and Middle Eastern Tinged 60's Nuggets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mudd Guts","offers":[{"title":"Black | LP.","offer_id":50476516737355,"sku":"1085050","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Green | LP","offer_id":50476517720395,"sku":"1085051","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black | LP","offer_id":50476518342987,"sku":"2001216","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50476519194955,"sku":"2001217","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/9b9b0dda-6b75-4a0d-bb6e-628470884141_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727460564"},{"product_id":"habibi","title":"Habibi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA cursory listen to Brooklyn indie act Habibi's self-titled debut album\nwould initially seem to suggest a straightforward punk approach to the\nclassic girl group template. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFront-loaded with sweetly catchy upbeat pop\ntracks like \"I Got the Moves\" and \"Detroit Baby,\" Habibi's indie shimmy\nrhythms and reverb-heavy harmonies find the middle ground between the\nShangri-Las and the Undertones in the same way the Vivian Girls did on\ntheir earliest work\nThe guitar lines are direct and no-frills, drummer Karen Isabel manages to play in\na way that is equally powerful and understated, and the vocals are distant and\neerie, whether delivered in a frantic rush solely by lead singer Rahill Jamalifard, as\non spiky garage tracks like \"Persepolis,\" or in a dreamy cloud of harmony by\nmultiple band members. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGetting past the first few easily digestible girl group pop\nhits, it becomes clear that the true strength of Habibi lies in just how strange and\nhaunted the songs can get. There's a spooky desperation in the slinky after-hours\nclub narrative of \"Let Me In\" and a simmering anxiety lurking beneath what first\nappears to be a carefree tale of summer seduction on \"Siin.\" Habibi tap into the\nvery specific energy of a young band putting together its earliest songs, free from\nthe self- consciousness and rules that can creep in and dull groups down once\nthey become more established. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstead, the 11 songs that make up this perfectly\nbrief album feel fresh and spirited even in their moments of occasional\nawkwardness or disjointedness. Far from naive but also completely lacking any\nof the jaded calculation of many of their peers, Habibi's debut offers up a set of\nsongs that swim in strangeness, beauty, and discovery and are every bit as\ninfectious as they are refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Burger","offers":[{"title":"LP - Red","offer_id":50479998599499,"sku":"2001219","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50479999123787,"sku":"2001220","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/product_id._cf4c8371_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727514624"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_f7a8e92a_thumbnail_4096_70869643-0398-4bc3-a8a0-a3942c1d231a.jpg?v=1726762998","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/collections\/habibi.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}