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KAZDOURA (LIVE) - Ghoyoum Album Debut
MARSM Canada is proud to present Kazdoura (Live) in Toronto, performing their debut album GHOYOUM for the first time in the city - fresh off their tour across Egypt, Lebanon, Europe and beyond. This special homecoming marks a new chapter for the band as they bring their musical journey full circle, right back to where it all began!
The beloved Toronto-based band is known for serving up Arabic fusion with a modern twist. Equal parts nostalgia and reinvention, their style is a cross-cultural blend of Eastern and Western music that blends old-world Arabic classics with jazz, funk, electro-pop, and disco.
GHOYOUM ALBUM
“Ghoyoum” is tribute to their heritage and personal journeys, echoing the voices of Arab artists who transform lived experiences into sonic storytelling.
Rooted in Levantine Arabic music and fueled by genre-bending experimentation, Kazdoura’s debut album Ghoyoum is a vibrant fusion of Arabic Maqams, groovy rhythms, psychedelia, and soulful jazz saxophone.
Born from resilience and cultural connection, the project unites a Syrian singer (Leen Hamo) who was forced to leave her homeland due to war and a Lebanese multi-instrumentalist (John Abou Chacra). Their paths crossed at a Toronto fundraiser following the 2020 Beirut explosion - a moment that sparked a powerful musical synergy.
“If you’re looking for chill vibes and a band of many fun sounds, look no further than this duo right here. Kazdoura is INCREDIBLE, and they are only just beginning!”
This album is dedicated to Syrian, Lebanese, Palestinian refugees, all victims of war around the world, as well as to all dreamers of a better world.
OPENING SUPPORT
SHEN (DJ SET)
Hailing from Cairo and Dubai, and currently making waves in Toronto's dynamic music scene. With a profound appreciation for both traditional and modern music, Shen’s performances serve as a bridge between diverse musical worlds, uniting sounds from the East and the West, the past and the present.
Having embraced Toronto as his current home, Shen has become a fixture in the city's nightlife. He has featured at renowned venues such as El Mocambo, Velvet Underground, Tapestry, Bar St. Lo, Pamenar, and the W Toronto, showcasing his talent for crafting seamless mixes that captivate audiences, taking them on a sonic expedition through emotions and cultures.
With each performance, Shen hopes to spread the message of unity and camaraderie through music, reminding us all of the universal language that is music.
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SPECIAL SET OF POETRY, RAP, & OUD
ZICO (POETRY & RAP) & HAYTHAM (OUD)
Zico is a Cairo born and raised hip-hop and spoken word artist. He writes with a sharp, poetic pen from a personal and intimate perspective, hoping his words can create whatever small moments of solace art can offer. His first poetry collection, Reeds: The Ideal Gathering of The Unwell, collects pieces on personal and collective diasporic experiences, calling us in to find comfort and consolation in sharing them with each other.
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SHOW HOURS
Doors open - 8:00 PM
DJ Shen - 8:00 PM
Zico (Poetry + Rap) & Haytham (Oud) - 9:10 PM
Kazdoura show time - 9:30 PM
19+ event