Samuum Releases 'Coffee Cup Reading (Yaman, Pt. 2)' with Surveillance-Themed Video

Samuum, an art-rap group with American-Armenian roots, just released a new single called 'Coffee Cup Reading (Yaman, Pt. 2).' The track comes with a music video directed by Ando Berberian and Alisa Zolonz, featuring a vibrant Middle Eastern cityscape alongside themes of surveillance and modern life, focusing on young women exploring their environment. Founded by filmmaker and musician Ando Berberian and singer Lusine Kocharian, Samuum blends Middle Eastern influences with various genres like rap and punk. The song addresses shared anxiety in the region, drawing inspiration from the tradition of reading coffee grounds. Kocharian, known for her 2017 appearance on The Voice of Ukraine, advocates for women's rights. More music from them is expected in 2026.