today arrive After several successful runs in the Middle East, the Arab Alternative Music and Arts Festival made its debut in London in September this year, announcing its global return. held at LondonExtranet on September 3-4, 2024WASLA will host a two-day event in the British capital celebrating Arab music, art, food and culture.
This year’s festival will feature live performances from the best emerging performers and artists from across the Arab world. Marwan Pablo, TootArd, Freek, DJ HabibeatsEl Valley, Areej, Garam Electric, and Rasha Nahas There will be DJ performances on both days Mach and microphone DanielThe Palestinian-Canadian siblings will take turns setting the energy on the deck! Live performances will take place at Outernet’s HERE and The Lower Third venues.
WASLA tickets will be available from Wednesday 26th June 10 a.m. local time General sales to follow Friday 28th June 10 a.m. local time Via liveNation.co.uk.
This year’s festival will put a global stamp on WASLA, becoming the first Arab alternative music and arts festival to tour the world. Owned and produced in boastand partnerships live countryWASLA aims to take the ideas born in the UAE and spread its message around the world.
WASLA celebrates another side of Arab culture, the intersection of the region’s diverse identities, redefining perceptions, shattering stereotypes and building a community where everyone feels welcome and recognized through music, art, food and culture. London is a melting pot of Arab peoples, which makes the city the perfect first stop for WASLA outside of the Arab region!
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Tuesday 3 September, Outernet (London), London, UK
Tuesday 3rd September Lower Third London London, United Kingdom
Wednesday, September 4, Outernet (London), London, UK
Wednesday 4th September Lower Third, London London, UK
This year’s lineup includes:
Marwan Pablo
Marwan Pablo is a top Egyptian rapper from Alexandria, famous for his popularity
Egyptian trap music. He started his career in 2015 and released famous tracks such as
“Sinbad”, “El Gemeza” and “Ghaba”. Marwan Pablo’s music is known for its fusion
Egyptian cultural elements are blended with modern trap and hip-hop rhythms. His repertoire is characterized by heavy
Rhythmic, melodic and introspective lyrics, often dealing with the personal and social
theme. His unique style has made him a key figure in the Middle Eastern rap scene.
DJ Harpy Beats
Originally Palestinian, DJ Habibeats is a Los Angeles-based DJ/producer with an Arabic fusion
The beat is incorporated into his club performances. He has been working as a DJ for more than 12 years.
Nightclub residencies in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Habibeats has accumulated
His DJ content is extremely creative and he has over 1 million followers on TikTok and Instagram
Collection of mashups and music samples.
Frik
Flick is a Somali rapper, singer, music director and record producer living in the United Arab Emirates. he is
Known as one of the contributors to the Arab Diamond rap music scene. his career as
His career as a musician began in 2014 when he was featured as the lead vocalist in Alonzo’s song “Batali” released in 2014
He released his first single “Aslan 3adi” in 2015.
‘Wilma’ went viral after being used in Adidas’ Egyptian football-themed ad
Star, Mohamed Salah.
touad
TootArd is a genre-fluid duo consisting of visionary brothers Hasan and Rami Nakhleh.
Known for their boundless creativity, constantly reinventing their musical landscape
With each new version released. TootArd effortlessly combines elements of retro funk with
Modern, high-gloss sound palette that produces captivating and boundary-pushing sounds
Musical journey. Their music transcends geographical boundaries and captivates audiences
and cemented their status as a dynamic force in the global music scene.
el valley
El Waili, an Egyptian music producer from Sohag, Upper Egypt, started his career
Experimenting with electronic sounds and quickly developing his own style. In 2020, he
launched his El Waili project, which includes tracks like “2010” and “El Abd Wa El Waili,”
A major influence on the electronic Chaabi and EDM scenes. Known for integrating traditional culture
Combining Egyptian music with contemporary electronic elements, El Waili creates a unique style
Have a place in the music industry.
Aregui
Hailing from west London and with a Moroccan and Sudanese background, Areej is a talented musician known for his soft tones and sultry vocals that have become a powerful influence in music around the world. Her unique, sensual, urban-oriented style of jazz is influenced by the melting pot of world music, particularly Arabic music, and her music is informed by a variety of influences and personal life experiences. Areej enters 2024 with an intoxicating, unexpectedly weird yet refreshing sound, described as ‘Sade meets Portishead.
Garam Electric
Founded by Wassim Bou Malham, Gharam Electric is a project based in Beirut, Lebanon, with the original vision to offer a new Arabic music that does not resort to the exotic or folkloric aesthetics usually associated with the region, but one that is sexy, fun, Approachable and suitable for all tastes. An important figure in the Lebanese music and cultural scene, Wasim is an active and distinguished musician, singer, curator and Beirut insider‘Nightlife over the past decade.
Rasha Nahas
Rasha Nahas is a Palestinian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist best known by her
A unique blend of rock, drama and poetic storytelling. Based in Berlin, she received
Recognized for her debut album Desert (2021) and Arabic follow-up
“Amrat” (2023). Nahas’ music explores themes of nostalgia and personal journey,
Performances celebrated across Europe.
Mach Daniel
Palestinian-Canadian DJ Maher Daniel is no stranger to the international dance circuit. Beginning in his early years as a resident of the infamous Montreal Stereophonics, his rise quickly took off, releasing a string of blockbuster releases that established him as a well-respected artist in the industry. After moving to Barcelona, Maher was able to continue his growth, launching his record label The Other Side, allowing him to further develop his repertoire. The output created allowed him to collaborate with some of the most prolific artists on the minimal house circuit, eventually leading to his collaborations with (a:rpia:r) sound system Ricardo Villalobos, among others.
McDaniel
Mike Daniel is an experienced DJ who began his journey into the music world at the age of 16. His early influences included iconic electronic music such as Depeche Mode and 80s new wave, which laid the foundation for his deep appreciation and understanding of music.
Mike is a true musical chameleon who can effortlessly navigate a myriad of musical styles and environments. Whether he’s sifting through physical crates or exploring a digital library, he’s always on the lookout for rare gems that will set the dance floor ablaze. His sets are diverse and innovative, proving his dedication to uncovering hidden treasures, ensuring each performance is unforgettable.
About Wasla
Wasla is a platform designed to help raise the profile of Arab musical talent. Through a series of events and experiences, the music community will be exposed to established and emerging regional artists. For musicians, WASLA offers the opportunity to perform on stage that will engage local and regional audiences and hopefully help them on their path to discovery.
