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ZMEI3 (pronounced zmay-tray) is the band of Romanian immigrants whose beautiful and heartfelt music rises from the harsh realities and struggles of a post-Communist rule.
The powerhouse voice of ZMEI3 is Paula Turcas, a soprano opera singer who gave up classical music in the pursuit of a more truthful artistry grounded in the struggles of everyday life. The leader of the band is guitarist Mihai Victor Iliescu, who created the Rough Romanian Soul concept and style. Their sound is made all the more unique by featuring vibraphone virtuoso, Oli Bott, for their lead instrument. The band’s name is inspired by an ancient Romanian anti-hero, misfit dragon – a rebellious figure, who rarely prevails, but remains committed to his ideals. |
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Inside the Rough Romanian Soul you will find love and betrayal, desire and death, women and outlaws, beauty and freedom.
You will feel inconsistent, superstitious, paradoxical, crying and laughing at the same time, tasty, absurd, unbelievable. Step inside, and you'll take a trip to your deepest emotions. |
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YOU
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Don't wake up
And you will feel At break of dawn You will remember About her eyes About her hair About her breast About her mouth About her lips Like flowers About her whispers Like waters She will be yours And someone else's You will have her You won't have her |