Quiet Night In: KOUROSH KANANI & MATT DAVIES

Presented by: Quiet Night In

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0	OXFORD: Common Ground
P	Friday 17th April, 2026
N	7:30pm

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Kourosh Kanani and Matt Davies are redefining the boundaries of contemporary music by weaving the rich traditions of Iran, India and Armenia into a modern jazz tapestry.

Through Kourosh's virtuosic and polyrhythmic guitar work and Matt's innovative use of electronics and rethinking of the drum kit their duo creates a powerful dialogue between important ancient cultural legacies and cutting-edge soundscapes.

Their music is both a tribute to the heritage of these diverse regions and a bold exploration of their modern relevance, offering audiences a mesmerising experience that transcends borders, time, and genre. It's a blend of tradition and innovation, rooted in jazz yet unbound by convention.

Kourosh Kanani and Matt Davies made their debut release as a duo earlier this year with their take on a Kurdish lullaby ‘Lay Laye’ featuring Amena, a multi-lingual singer and composer from Cairo, Egypt. A deeply evocative voice rooted in the traditions of the great Egyptian vocalists.