Zmei3 - | Ricдѓ Din Obor

The band's leader and concept creator, influenced by everything from Bach to Tom Waits and 90s Romanian punk.

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

A fusion of Romanian folk, indie-pop, blues, soul, and jazz. The band's leader and concept creator, influenced by

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

A former soprano opera singer who transitioned to folk-inspired soul to pursue a more "truthful artistry" grounded in everyday struggles.

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