15th ALFILM Closing Event
Maryam Saleh & Zeid Hamdan - Halawella

Maryam Saleh and Zeid Hamdan, the duo behind Halawella, draw inspiration from Sheikh Imam and Ahmed Fouad Negm's groundbreaking work in 1970s political music. Since 2005, Maryam has honored their repertoire with her unique style, bringing powerful vocals and stage presence to Halawella's performances. Zeid complements her with innovative production techniques, merging tradition with contemporary elements like electronic beats and trip-hop rhythms.

Maryam Saleh & Zeid Hamdan – Halawella

Maryam Saleh and Zeid Hamdan, the duo behind Halawella, draw inspiration from Sheikh Imam and Ahmed Fouad Negm’s groundbreaking work in 1970s political music. Since 2005, Maryam has honored their repertoire with her unique style, bringing powerful vocals and stage presence to Halawella’s performances. Zeid complements her with innovative production techniques, merging tradition with contemporary elements like electronic beats and trip-hop rhythms.

Aita Mon Amour

Widad Mjama (N3RDISTAN) and Khalil EPI form Aita Mon Amour, a duo inspired by Morocco's ancient Aita music. Aita, a traditional genre sung by Chikhates, embodies passion and love. Widad and Khalil blend electronic elements with Aita's soulful essence, celebrating Morocco's musical heritage and ensuring its preservation for modern audiences.

Aita Mon Amour

Widad Mjama (N3RDISTAN) and Khalil EPI form Aita Mon Amour, a duo inspired by Morocco’s ancient Aita music. Aita, a traditional genre sung by Chikhates, embodies passion and love. Widad and Khalil blend electronic elements with Aita’s soulful essence, celebrating Morocco’s musical heritage and ensuring its preservation for modern audiences.

Etyen & Salwa Jaradat

Salwa Jaradat, a Palestinian singer, collaborates with Lebanese producer  Etyen in their EP "Galah Waji," exploring themes of mother-tongue and resistance. Salwa's migration to Lebanon integrated her into its music scene, while Etyen's electronica expertise brings a fresh sonic realm to traditional roots.

Etyen & Salwa Jaradat

Salwa Jaradat, a Palestinian singer, collaborates with Lebanese producer Etyen in their EP “Galah Waji,” exploring themes of mother-tongue and resistance. Salwa’s migration to Lebanon integrated her into its music scene, while Etyen’s electronica expertise brings a fresh sonic realm to traditional roots.

Checkpoint 303

Checkpoint 303, led by Tunisian producer SC Mocha, uses experimental electronic music and field recordings from Palestine and Arab countries to raise awareness about liberation struggles. Collaborating with Palestinian artists, Checkpoint 303 highlights socio-political realities through immersive soundscapes.

Checkpoint 303

Checkpoint 303, led by Tunisian producer SC Mocha, uses experimental electronic music and field recordings from Palestine and Arab countries to raise awareness about liberation struggles. Collaborating with Palestinian artists, Checkpoint 303 highlights socio-political realities through immersive soundscapes.

Dakn داكنْ

Dakn داكنْ is a versatile producer, MC, and music selector challenging norms in the music industry. His captivating and dynamic compositions blend genres seamlessly, reflecting his dedication to artistic evolution and experimentation.

Dakn داكنْ

Dakn داكنْ is a versatile producer, MC, and music selector challenging norms in the music industry. His captivating and dynamic compositions blend genres seamlessly, reflecting his dedication to artistic evolution and experimentation.

AndL

AndL, a Berlin-based musician rooted in eastern Mediterranean traditions, creates impromptu harmonies and rhythms evoking communal music-making. His music blends cultural traditions with modern electronic elements, offering a vibrant celebration of eastern Mediterranean heritage.

AndL

AndL, a Berlin-based musician rooted in eastern Mediterranean traditions, creates impromptu harmonies and rhythms evoking communal music-making. His music blends cultural traditions with modern electronic elements, offering a vibrant celebration of eastern Mediterranean heritage.

Meshwar Mixtapes

Meshwar Mixtapes hosts collective listening sessions, like "Meshwar To Palestine," using music, storytelling, and visuals to explore global south cultures. The project amplifies marginalized voices and fosters empathy and understanding, promoting cross-cultural dialogue and solidarity through music and storytelling.

Meshwar Mixtapes

Meshwar Mixtapes hosts collective listening sessions, like “Meshwar To Palestine,” using music, storytelling, and visuals to explore global south cultures. The project amplifies marginalized voices and fosters empathy and understanding, promoting cross-cultural dialogue and solidarity through music and storytelling.