Venue: XP Street

Date: 6/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 17:15 - 18:00

Zamzam is an indie folk duo from the eastern province of Saudi Arabia. Their music is culmination of over a decade of artistry that bore the fruit of their debut album STITCH.

Venue: XP Street

Date: 6/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 18:45- 19:45

Too Fuse is an innovative instrumental- electronic music project that pushes sonic boundaries through a fusion of electronic, and world music.

Venue: XP Street

Date: 5/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 17:15 - 18:00

Basma is a powerhouse DJ artist, celebrated for her sharp musical instincts and electrifying ability to fuse House, Techno, and Hip Hop into a bold, modern sound. Her sets are more than performances—they're immersive sonic journeys that pulse with rhythm, precision, and personality, showcasing her mastery and artistic flair in the world of electronic music.

Venue: XP Street

Date: 6/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 15:00 - 15:30

Sahera is a multidisciplinary independent artist, composer, and writer from California. Her breakout single “Khaleeji” reached #3 on the Saudi Arabian charts, showcasing her connection with the Gulf’s new generation of music listeners. Blending her California roots with the evolving GCC music scene, Sahera creates a sound that bridges cultures and pushes the boundaries of contemporary music.

Venue: Jalsa

Date: 5/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 17:15 - 18:15

BanzaiXX is a DJ and producer known for his eclectic musical style and passion for spinning records. With a diverse range of genres. He captivates audiences with his seamless mixes and infectious energy. BanzaiXX's journey in music began at a young age, fueled by a love for rhythm and melody.

He has played at various venues and festivals, earning a reputation for his ability to read the crowd. Always exploring new sounds and pushing creative boundaries, BanzaiXX continues to innovate in the world of electronic music, and sharing his passion with the dance floor.

Venue: Entrance

Date: 5/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 15:00 - 16:00

Lena is a Beirut-based DJ and music producer known for her dynamic commercial sets that seamlessly blend alt, underground, and global sounds. She brings a unique approach to the decks, introducing fresh textures and unexpected transitions that make mainstream music feel new again.

As a producer, Lena gravitates toward hip-hop infused with Arabic and sha‘aby elements, shaped by her deep appreciation for the roots of Arabic music. She translates this heritage into the genre that makes the most sense to her—hip-hop, a form she’s drawn to for its revolutionary nature and expressive freedom. Through her production, she aims to tell stories and bridge cultures, crafting a sound that feels authentic, bold, and personal.

Venue: Jalsa

Date: 6/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 17:15 - 16:30

Kazdoura—meaning “to stroll” in Levantine Arabic—embodies the spirit of exploration, nostalgia, and groove. Founded in Toronto by Syrian vocalist Leen Hamo and Lebanese multi-instrumentalist John Abou Chacra, the duo craft a sound that bridges modern and traditional Arabic music with psychedelia, funk, and soul. Their music radiates a vintage-tinged, psych-soul atmosphere, with Leen’s ethereal, ornamented vocals soaring over lush, hypnotic arrangements.

Their debut album Ghoyoum surpassed one million streams, earning them nominations for Best New Artist at the 2025 Canadian Folk Music Awards and Best Album of the Year at the Ontario Folk Music Awards, where they also won Best Music Video of the Year. Having performed across Canada, the UK, and Egypt, and showcased at WOMEX, Mundial Montréal, and APAP, Kazdoura continue to expand their global footprint while working on their highly anticipated second album.

Venue: XP Street

Date: 4/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 17:30 - 16:15

Illbucks, Yassine Mejri (born February 21, 1999), is a Tunisian rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. He began playing guitar at the age of 12, immersing himself first in blues, jazz, and funk before shifting toward hip-hop at 14. His work draws from a wide range of musical genres hip-hop, rap, R&B, and soul to create original music rooted in real life. Through his songs, he explores themes connected to everyday life, personal experiences, and human emotions., Issam Azouzi is a Tunisian music producer and multi-instrumentalist known for blending funk, disco, hip-hop, soul and R&B with subtle North African colors. In his studio, he creates original music and sound design for artists, brands and media platforms, crafting polished yet emotionally driven music that pushes modern aesthetics while staying authentic, rooted in craft and musicality.

Venue: XP Street

Date: 4/12/2025

Showcase start -end time: 19:00 - 19:30

Soudeni is a Tunisian artist based between Tunis and Paris, known for her bold fusion of pop, disco, funk, electronic music, and Arabic sounds.

She launched her professional career in 2021 with her debut single “Madhabiya”, marking the first step in an ambitious artistic journey. Since then, she has released nine tracks that showcase her distinctive blend of genres.

Today, Soudeni is preparing to release her debut EP Mamalik—a project that captures her storytelling, emotional depth, and commitment to pushing the boundaries of contemporary Tunisian and Arabic pop., Issam Azouzi is a Tunisian music producer and multi-instrumentalist known for blending funk, disco, hip-hop, soul and R&B with subtle North African colors. In his studio, he creates original music and sound design for artists, brands and media platforms, crafting polished yet emotionally driven music that pushes modern aesthetics while staying authentic, rooted in craft and musicality.