Lo Dubim
/lɒ dʊˈbiːm/ Hebrew: לֹא דֻּבִּים, lit: no bears

Lo Dubim is a critically acclaimed indie musical act from Tel Aviv that plays what has been described many times as ‘mediterranean power-funk’.

Relying heavily on an unusual blend of mighty bass riffs, bouzouki trills and sharp lyrics, the band has so far released a self-titled, self-produced EP, as well as a full length debut album, titled Be’Ezrat Ha’Nashim (lit: with the help of the women). The album , produced by Yaya Cohen Harounoff of Israeli hip-hop/funk sensation HaDag-NaHash, bundles together twelve tracks of politically aware Mediterranean groove with a hint of Balkan element and was released in late 2011 to raving reviews. 

Lo Dubim’s lyrics, mainly written by Avi Turgeman, lead singer and bass player, walk a thin line between nonsensically absurd and heavily satirical, tackling social issues and reflecting liberal and occasionally leftist stands. Accordingly - the band’s music is heavily inspired by its members’ Jewish roots, which go as far as Morocco and Poland; yet these are out of their comfort zone among influences such as Primus, Tom Waits, King Crimson, Mr. Bungle and many more.

Since its formation in 2007, Lo Dubim performed hundreds of shows all over Israel, from venues and festivals to parties and rooftops, nurturing a steadily growing audience ranging from youngsters and students to grandmas.

Since late 2011 the band have been spread over three continents. Even so, they make a point of  joining forces every 2-3 months for touring and work on new materials 

Lo Dubim are:

Avi Turgeman - bass, lead vocals
Ronen Braten - guitar
Nimrod Liberman - drums
Erez Kariel – bouzouki
Keren Dunietz – vocals

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