Melisa Yildirim, Merve Abdurrahmani, Hadi Hrekes - Sofra Trio - New Dawn (2026) [Hi-Res]

Sofra Trio, featuring Melisa Yıldırım (Turkey), Merve Abdurrahmani (Kosovo/Finland), and Hadi Hrekes (Syria), presents their debut EP, New Dawn. Formed in Helsinki, the ensemble integrates Syrian, Turkish, and Balkan musical traditions into a cohesive "musical sofra." The record was captured live in a single take, emphasizing authentic and spontaneous interplay. Their work combines original compositions with improvisation, exploring themes of cultural memory and identity within the context of migration.

Tracklist:
1. Melisa Yildirim, Merve Abdurrahmani, Hadi Hrekes - New Dawn (improvisation)
2. Melisa Yildirim, Merve Abdurrahmani, Hadi Hrekes - River of Hope
3. Melisa Yildirim, Merve Abdurrahmani, Hadi Hrekes - Velvet
4. Melisa Yildirim, Merve Abdurrahmani, Hadi Hrekes - Yamen's Path