is an Egyptian-American multi-instrumentalist, producer, and DJ based out of San Diego, CA. As a lifelong drummer that has supported many projects in the vein of Afrobeat, Soul, Funk, and Reggae, he's been slow brewing a unique feel for roots and dance music.
Inspired by artists like Fela Kuti, Dr. Dre, and James Brown, his group harkens back to Africa in the 70’s with the bass and drums turned up a notch. Strong, repetitive grooves layered with Afro-Latin percussion and vibrant, tightly executed horn lines that call all dancers to the floor.
Mitchum Yacoub
[yaw-coob]
Yacoub's live band has played alongside roots music heavies like Tinariwen, The Wailers, Antibalas, Jungle Fire, and Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto. They supported Seun Kuti for six shows across the U.S., while Yacoub traded on percussion and drum kit for Kuti's band: Egypt 80 (formerly of Fela Kuti). The experience trained him well in the rhythmic strength of the music and earned his band a place in the global scene of Afrobeat.
Originality, musicianship, and a massive sound are three marks keeping the band on the road and a fast-growing festival favorite. His debut album, “Living High in the Brass Empire”, (2023 All-Town Sound) brings this sound home and has garnered attention from KCRW, BBC6, and KCRW (placing "Los Muñequitos" in Jeremy Sole's Top 10 songs of 2024). Yacoub is currently crafting his second record, exploring deeper intersections of Afrobeat, Cumbia, and Soul to reach the spirit.
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