In a year already rich with artistic evolution, Berlin-based artist Eden Cami closes her 2025 on a powerful note with the release of her debut EP 'Come My Way'. A vivid tapestry of cultural identity, emotional resilience, and sonic experimentation, the four-track project brings together the intricate threads of Cami’s personal and musical journey, one that has spanned continents, languages, and hard-won self-discovery.
Blending Western pop with Eastern and Arabic musical motifs, 'Come My Way' is an exploration of longing, displacement, and spiritual courage. From the watery depths of 'Water Take Me Away' to the pulsing vulnerability of 'If You Want', each song traces a different aspect of what it means to search for belonging, safety, love, or simply a reason to keep moving forward.
So with the new EP out now, we sat down with Eden Cami to talk about her origins and what has been most inspiring to her over the years.
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What was the first instrument you fell in love with?
Probably the harp—I mean, how could you not fall in love with it? But since I didn’t have access to one, I picked up the guitar instead. It felt like the next best thing.
What kind of music did you love when you were younger?
I was definitely into pop, but I also had a thing for rock. I remember listening to Pink Floyd, Michael Jackson, The Beatles—even boy bands. At the same time, I loved traditional Dabke dance music, which was often played at weddings and family gatherings. To this day, it stirs something in me when I hear it. And to make things even more eclectic, I was deeply drawn to classical Arabic singers like Asmahan and Farid al-Atrash—artists my mother used to sing at home. I could go on, but I’ll stop here—the list gets longer the more I think about it. It was definitely a rich and eclectic mix.
What was the first album you remember owning?
It was an album by a small, relatively unknown Celtic music band I saw live in Haifa. Their performance left such an impression on me that I bought their album directly from them after the show. The energy of that performance stuck with me for quite a while.
What is one song you wish you had written yourself?
“Day Is Done” by Nick Drake. It’s timeless, haunting, and deeply moving. I actually recorded a cover and am planning to release it before the end of the year.
Do you have any habits or rituals when trying to write new music?
I like to stretch or jump around a little—just enough to shake off any tension or stress. It helps me enter the process with a clearer mind and a more open heart.
Who are your favourite artists you’ve been listening to lately?
Saya Gray, Triorität, and Daniel Johnston have been on repeat recently.
If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?
PJ Harvey. Without hesitation.
What do you find is the most rewarding part of being a musician?
That moment of complete presence when I’m singing. Even more rewarding is when the audience joins me—note by note—in that shared emotional space. It’s like a collective breath.
And what’s the most frustrating part?
Anything that’s not directly about making or performing music—admin, logistics, social media… all the noise that surrounds the art itself.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received as a musician?
This one goes deep: Ask yourself why you make music—and find a reason that has nothing to do with anyone else. We need an inner compass, a sense of calling, a boundless love for the craft. Without that, it’s hard to stay grounded in the whirlwind that comes with being a musician.
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Eden Cami's new EP 'Come My Way' is out now. Listen to it in the player below.