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The Ishtar Gate, the second album from Peaky Beats, is a bold and electrifying fusion of UK bass pressure and the deep-rooted musical traditions of the Arab world and ancient Mesopotamia. Named after the iconic gateway of Babylon, this ten-track Arab-Bass opus channels a hypnotic blend of deep sub-bass, syncopated breaks, and gritty low-end with haunting maqam scales, intricate darbuka rhythms, and reimagined motifs from Iraq, Syria, and beyond. From the ominous opener Spirit of Evil to the skanking sway of Tigris Riddim, each track pulses with its own identity—melding UK sound system energy with Arabic modal mysticism. Standouts like Gilgamesh and Cats of Arabia evoke mythic landscapes, while Qita and Meyhane drift into smoky, late-night territory. At the core is the title track, The Ishtar Gate—a towering, Acid-soaked anthem that bridges ancient echoes with futuristic breaks. Both a dancefloor weapon and a cultural statement, this is a sonic excavation and reinvention.

This album is dedicated to Safia Al Hassoun, my love and inspiration.  

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