Following a recent US tour, Peter Jam is back in Beirut for two gigs. An Armenian singer-songwriter and peace activist based in Beirut, he might just bring the hippy out in you with his messages of peace, love and unity. His 2010 album – aptly titled ‘Love loves you, & we all love you my friend’ – has a cover that pictures him on a beach in the sunshine that looks almost like
a smiley Hare Krishna flyer. Don’t let this mislead you though, as his music packs a heavy punch, flitting between alternative rock with heavy guitars and snarly vocals to a 60s-style Armenian-influenced jam, and acoustic Joe Strummerstyle melodies with piano.