About Ahmet Choban
Cypriot singer-songwriter/producer Choby weaves together the warmth of his Cypriot roots with the raw energy of Northern England, creating a sound that is both modern and timeless. Blending Mediterranean influences with R&B/Soul, electronic elements, and a touch of country, Choby's music pulses with excitement, adventure and vulnerability. His songwriting is introspective and poetic, in other words "Cohen-esque", while his live performances have been likened to the intensity of Jeff Buckley and the electrifying presence of Prince.
Emerging from the vibrant underground scene of the North, Choby has quickly become one of the most exciting new voices in the UK music landscape. His debut album SKiN UNTOUCHED introduces a bold, fresh sound— infusing the musical style of Cyprus with a mix of electronic beats, acoustic soul, and raw storytelling. It’s an exploration of identity, love, and personal evolution, with Choby shedding his past to embrace something new, much like the sound he’s crafting.
2024 was a breakthrough year for Choby, with sold-out shows in Leeds, Hull, and his hometown of Famagusta, as well as appearances at prestigious festivals like Leeds Jazz Fest and Humber Street Sesh. On the day of his album’s release, he also performed a live session on BBC Introducing, marking the start of what’s sure to be an exciting journey. With SKiN UNTOUCHED, Choby is just beginning to show the world what he’s capable of—a fresh, electrifying voice that’s impossible to ignore.
About Kleopatra Iakovou
Kleopatra Iakovou is a singer/songwriter with a deep love for rock and blues, dedicated to delivering honest and heartfelt performances. She is passionate about creating music, collaborating with fellow musicians, and bringing authentic energy to every set. For her, it’s all about sharing stories through music and building meaningful connections with audiences.
About Dona Amyrotou
Dona Amyrotou completed her studies at Arte Music Academy and her Master studies at Akademia Muzyczna im. Stanisława Moniuszki w Gdańsku. Dona has participated and observed masterclasses of some of today’s most experienced and talented marimbists, timpanists and percussionists, including Katarzyna Mycka, Wieland Welzel, Nick Woud, Tatiana Koleva, Fumito Nunoya, Rachel Zhang and Conrado Moya. She participated in many festivals like the festival Amsterdam Marimba Weekend (2022), IKMMA (2023) and International Marimba Festiva Meetings (2024) in Poland. She has recently won the second runner-up place at the Young Soloists Competition, organized by Cyprus Symphony Orchestra (2024), the first place (distinction) at the 3rd Panhellenic Music Competition for all instruments Solon Michaelides (2023) and in 2021 she won the 3rd place (ex aequo) at ‘IV Uczelniany Konkurs „Polska Miniatura” organized by her Academy in Poland. Now she is working on her Doctoral degree at Westfälische Wilhelms - Universität Münster Musikhochschule in Germany.
About Nidal Talal Ghannam
Nino is a musician from Lebanon. He began playing music at the age of 6, learning both violin and piano. At 11, after his older brother stopped playing guitar, he picked it up and quickly developed a deep passion for the instrument. Over the years, he became a self-taught guitarist and later dove into music production, which expanded his musical abilities and made him a multi-instrumentalist. He has since performed live with both well-known and local artists, exploring a variety of genres. For Nino, music is more than just a career—it’s his love language, a powerful means of communication and expression.
