Artist description Songwriter & Multi-instrumentalist Zachary J. Mechlem blends Arabic, Indian, and Spanish music with Country and Rock, creating powerful, cinematic soundscapes.

Music Style Arabic, Indian, Spanish, Country, and Rock

Musical Influences Johnny Cash, Hossam Ramzy, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt.

Similar Artists Ennio Morricone, Johnny Cash, Nick Cave

Artist History Zachary J. Mechlem is a classically trained bassist, self-taught guitarist and Middle Eastern percussionist. He co-founded the World Fusion trio, Mohenjo Daro, who performed at the 2002 Montreal Jazz Festival.

Instruments Guitar, Bass, Drums, Darabuka, Banjo-Mandolin, Tanpura, Percussion, Vocal

Albums The Haight Gang

Press Reviews The Haight Gang is designed as a soundtrack to a Western, in which four characters head out with revenge as their objective. The story is told beautifully using few lyrics. Mechlem is a master at combining musical styles to form new ones. Prominent and obvious musical styles explored on this CD include: rock, Indian, Arabic, Flamenco, and country. The songs are so intelligently arranged, and flow so well together, that the end of the story comes too soon leaving you wanting the next installment. A truly unique CD, light a stick of incense, push play, kick back by the campfire and enjoy! Reviewer: Mark Roemer

Additional Info *Voted "Best Songwriter" by City Beat Magazine, Best of Cincinnati 2003*

Location Florence, Kentucky - USA

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