Msallam Hdaib aka Emsallam is a Jordanian/Palestinian rapper, painter and audio-visual artist based in Moscow.
In 2016, Emsallam released his first solo album “The Last Step”, arguably the first full-fledged trap album released by any artist in MENA region,
In all the artistic mediums he traverses, Hdaib uniquely challenges taboo subjects, offering unapologetic commentary grounded in a  deep understanding of the political, cultural, and artistic history of his region and beyond.

Illiam is a name that carries many meanings, and according to the rapper, the most important element of the name is that it attempts “to Arabize the word alien.”
The rapper studied filmmaking and shared that it played a significant role in the music he makes today. However, he took rap and music as a full-time job and left filmmaking to devote himself entirely to what he loves.

Ziggy is nothing but the first of himself. The self-made artist started writing songs, recording and mixing vocals on his own at the age of 16, making his way into the hearts of young Arabs through an outstanding persona. After signing with Lebanese music label Beirut Records, Ziggy released his debut album “وطواط” on December 14 – one that will take listeners on “a tornado of mixed emotions”.

Introducing himself as the youngest talent in the scene, NUJ’s first-ever release titled “Tafaseel” gathered thousands of streams in less than a month. Coming from the small village of Gharifeh in Lebanon’s Chouf District, the artist set himself apart as a trendsetter pairing his unique accent with an innovative fashion style that adds a special signature to his compelling music. His aims to give voice to the streets by rapping in Arabic about serious personal and social issues in the hope of bringing positive change to the local hip-hop scene.

Venue: KED Beirut
Doors open at 9:00PM

For more info & Rsvp: 81 37 33 27

This event is brought to you by Beirut Records & Ent.