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- ↑ "G-Nome Project - We're super excited to announce a new chapter for G-Nome Project and introduce our new drummer, the one and only Eli Schabes. Eli has been killing it in the Jerusalem music scene for the past few years and we're lucky to have locked him down. Since we got back from tour we've been working hard on honing in our sound to take G-Nome to the next level and we know Eli is the man to take us there. Chemy's a monster drummer, and It's been an incredible journey with him. We're sad to see him go and we wish him good luck with his new opportunity in New York. We know he's totally gonna crush it! More exciting news in the coming weeks! Stay tuned for spring tour announcements! Much love! | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2023-01-17.
- ↑ Blue Melody Group (2018-03-21). "#Fire and #Water! Blue Melody welcomes new drummer Chemi Soibelman. Chemi's explosive drumming brings a renewed energy and passion to our band stand". Facebook. Retrieved 2023-01-17.
- ↑ Chemy Soibelman [@chemy_soibelman_] (2018-11-04). "Uman 2018 !!! zusha" – via Instagram.
- ↑ Zusha [@zushamusic] (2022-02-09). "Trying to squeeze one more tune in before Purim ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️" – via Instagram.
- ↑ Chemy Soibelman [@chemy_soibelman_] (Jan 16, 2023). "Tonight's office back with the family . drums for @zushamusic" – via Instagram.
- ↑ Ernest Lasen (Sep 3, 2015). "G-Nome Project Interview" (video interview). Kontagium. YouTube . Retrieved 22 January 2016.. 4:25-4:35