Sirens of Lesbos
Sirens of Lesbos first made a name for themselves in 2018 with their reggae-infused single 'We'll Be Fine'. From October 2023 to September 2024, the band embarked on a European tour with stops at venues like Jazz Cafe in London, Paradiso in Amsterdam, and Fusion Festival in Berlin. Inspired by their time on the road, they also began working on their new album. With family roots tracing back to Eritrea and Sudan, sisters Jasmina and Nabyla Serag infuse their music with African instruments, linguistic diversity, and reggae influences. Recently announced as one of the first acts for The Great Escape 2025, Sirens of Lesbos are ready to bring their unique fusion of dance music to Istanbul.
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