Zmei3 - Ricдѓ Din Obor Apr 2026

His virtuosic, improvisational vibraphone play is the core melodic engine of the band's unique sound.

Recorded live at Garcia Berlin and mastered by Arnulf Ballhorn . 🏛️ Band Identity: "Rough Romanian Soul" ZMEI3 - RicДѓ din Obor

Their work often addresses the harsh realities of post-Communist Romania, immigration, and the "rough" yet spiritual life of the Transylvanian region. 🎥 Media Links ZMEI3 - Rică din Obor (Official Music Video) Rough Romanian Soul Album - Bandcamp ZMEI3 in Concert: A Very Romanian Affair His virtuosic, improvisational vibraphone play is the core

The band's name, ZMEI3 , refers to the zmeu , a supernatural anti-hero or "misfit dragon" from Romanian mythology who remains committed to his ideals despite rarely prevailing. Key Members 🎥 Media Links ZMEI3 - Rică din Obor

Provides the deep, resonant foundation for their live-recorded tracks. 🌟 Significance and Style

Music by Oli Bott ; lyrics by Miron Radu Paraschivescu and Mihai Victor Iliescu .

ZMEI3 is known for recording live without overdubs to capture raw energy, often in unconventional locations like the Carpathian Mountains .