Zarooni Sound Society at The Bhukkad Café – A Night of Soulful Disruption

Zarooni Sound Society at The Bhukkad Café – A Night of Soulful Disruption

Saturday evening at The Bhukkad Café felt less like a gig and more like an awakening. As the sun dipped behind the Dubai skyline, Zarooni Sound Society took the stage and effortlessly bent the air around them. A swirling blend of funk, neo-soul, and desert blues flowed through the intimate space, pulling the standing crowd into their groove within minutes. The band’s chemistry was unmistakable—tight without being rigid, expressive without losing control. Their frontman, soaked in spotlights and sweat, carried a subtle charisma that didn’t scream for attention, yet held the room like gravity.

The real gem of the night, however, came in the form of their seamless transitions—tracks morphed into each other with ambient interludes, live looping, and brief but moving instrumental detours. The sit-down guests (those who paid for their spot) seemed comfortably tucked into the flow, while the rest of us, standing elbow-to-elbow by the counter, were no less enthralled. Then came the evening’s special guest, Jonathan Lobo. Known for his sharp, cinematic guitar work, Lobo joined midway through the set, adding a spine-tingling texture to the already dense sonic fabric. His presence was subtle but effective, like a shadow that dances just outside the edge of the flame.

What made the night feel truly special wasn’t just the music—it was the energy of the room. There was no forced hype, no over-produced spectacle. Just raw, human connection powered by groove and grit. Zarooni Sound Society proved they don’t just perform—they translate. The Bhukkad Café, with its mismatched chairs and open windows, transformed into something almost spiritual for those two hours. Free entry or not, those who made it into that space witnessed something rare: a band in their element, unfiltered and alive.

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