Kahil El'zabar

Kahil El'Zabar is an American jazz percussionist and composer, active since the 1980s. Primarily associated with free jazz, he works across a broad improvisational spectrum and is a regular recording artist for Delmark Records. His discography includes albums such as *The Ritual* (1986), *Spirits Entering* (2001), and *Kahil El’Zabar’s America the Beautiful* (2020), alongside live recordings like *We Is >> Live at the Bop Shop* (2004). Beyond his own releases, El'Zabar has contributed to collaborative projects and remix compilations, with material documented on platforms including Bandcamp, Spotify, and Discogs. His drumming anchors ensemble performances that emphasise rhythmic interplay and collective expression. He maintains an active presence across streaming services and his own website, reflecting a sustained career in contemporary jazz.