Based in Los Angeles, Nadav Peled is a guitarist and composer. 

 

His jazz training and deeper dive into African soundscapes has informed his music into a unique style that sets him apart from his contemporaries. He has carefully crafted his musical style and curated his artistic exploration into a successful music career.

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His garnered success in jazz, Ethiopian music, middle eastern funk, and R&B, is informed by artists like Fela Kuti, Mulatu Astatke, Ali Farka Ture and Charlie Parker. Combining jazz and African style grooves, Nadav has crafted a unique sound of his own while also paying homage to the rich history and cultural significance of Ethiopian jazz.

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With a diverse portfolio, Nadav has a wide range of projects, including his band Anbessa Orchestra, dedicated to combining elements of Ethiopian music with a dose of American jazz. Anbessa Orchestra is an innovative project with a high acclaim and an integral part of New York’s groove scene.

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His music has been featured in commercial campaigns for Coca-Cola and United Airlines, he has also contributed and recorded music for Apple TV’s, Lady in The Lake working with acclaimed musical producer Bekon (Kendrick Lamar/ Hozier).

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Nadav runs the musical gamut and has shared the stage and recorded with artists such as: Fatlip (Pharcyde), Kat Cunning, Printz Board (Black Eyed Peas), Binky Griptite (Sharon Jones/ Amy Winehouse) and Ethiopian jazz legend Hailu Mergia.

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Some of his most prominent performances include, Tiny Desk Concert (NPR), Live on KEXP, Lincoln Center, Womad Music Festival (UK) Musiques Du Monde (France) and J-Wave Radio (Japan).

 

Nadav remains active on both the Los Angeles and New York scenes, touring, recording, and playing lives shows. In 2025 he expects to begin work on a new musical project that will feature original music and a contrasting concept from his previous catalogs. His work will reflect his creative discovery and aptitude for innovation and artistry.