ZEID HAMDAN
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Known as the “Godfather of Lebanon’s underground music scene” Zeid Hamdan is an artist, composer and producer whose career has helped reshape independent music across the Middle East. Co-founder of the legendary Soapkills with Yasmine Hamdan, he pioneered a fusion of trip-hop, dub and Arabic music, creating what the French press dubbed “Oriental trip-hop.” Their albums Cheftak (2002) and Enta Fen (2005) left a lasting mark on an entire generation.
Through Bedouin Burger, Zeid joined forces with Lynn Adib, blending electronic music, jazz and Bedouin influences while pursuing his constant drive for innovation and his unique approach to reimagining his cultural roots. His recent collaborations also include projects with singer-songwriters Maryam Saleh, Maii Waleed and Selin Sümbültepe.
In 2025, he served as musical director for the Printemps de Bourges creation paying tribute to Oum Kalthoum, bringing together several internationally renowned artists to breathe new life into this ambitious repertoire.
A visionary and multifaceted artist, Zeid Hamdan continues to push the boundaries of the Arab music scene. In 2027, he will release new music on MDLBEAST Records and bring his new live show to stages around the world.
Last releases
Nahr El Mot - نهر الموت
Bossa - بو سة
On stage, Zeid Hamdan doesn’t simply revisit his repertoire, he blows it wide open. Backed by a band blending fiery rock, electronic textures and Middle Eastern sounds, he moves through the many chapters of his musical journey while unveiling brand-new material.
A live show that looks both back and forward: more than twenty years of creativity distilled into a new, electrifying and resolutely contemporary set.
Nahr el mot - Live @MIX BROS
In the press
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“Zeid Hamdan, the ‘Pope of the underground,’ in the Avignon spotlight”
“Zeid Hamdan on the Collaborations That Shaped His Creative World”
They programmed them
2025
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Théâtre Libre - FR
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Théâtre de la Porte Dorée - FR
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Festival d’Avignon - FR
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Festival de Marseille - FR
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Palestine House - UK
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La Flèche d’Or - FR
2026
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La Flèche d’Or - FR
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Les SUBS - FR
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Le Hasard Ludique - FR
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Le Makeda - FR
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Mezrab - NL
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Cabaret Sauvage - FR
Discography
Soapkills
Enta Fen - 2005
Cheftak - 2002
Bater - 2000
Zeid Hamdan & featuring
Ma Li Beit - 2024
Moga - 2013
Music For Film - 2024
Roundtrip - 2013
Halawella - 2015
Asfeh - 2011
Upcoming dates
2026
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07–08 octobre / Le Grand Rex - Paris (FR)
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10 octobre / Festsaal Kreuzberg - Berlin (DE)
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18 octobre / LaMAM (La Joliette) - Marseille (FR)
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25 octobre / Metro Al Madina - Beyrouth (LB)
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02–04 novembre / BOZAR - Bruxelles (BE)
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19 novembre / Cabaret Sauvage - Paris (FR)