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SHKOON // TORONTO // MASRAHIYA ALBUM TOUR
Making their debut in Canada with a cross-country tour, the iconic duo SHKOON are set to take us through a musical adventure like no other.. Join us in Toronto on May 3rd @ Axis Club, get your tickets today!
SHKOON finally came back with another concept album “Masrahiya”, which is Arabic and stands for theater play. Shkoon created a strong message again, with a diverse piece of art combined with a concert tour.
This play 'Masrahiya' delves deep into the blurred boundaries between reality and fiction, where the lines of truth and imagination intertwine like a mesmerizing dance. As the three captivating chapters unfold, tragedy, politics, and irony are seamlessly woven together, creating a tapestry of emotions that leaves the audience spellbound.
Shkoon creates an atmosphere filled with texture and spice and takes their listener to new spheres.
In addition to their own lyrics, the band is using old traditional music elements of the Arab community, such as arabic folklore, which today is more relevant than ever. In their sets, oriental melodies partner up with occidental electronics.Their compositions beautifully merged traditions, showcasing the limitless possibilities of music.
The album is situated between influences of electronic downbeat, deep house, dub and hip-hop. Piano, violin, synthesizers, percussion and vocals merge with oriental melodies and western electronic beats. The listener will be taking on a journey that blurs the boundaries of cultures.
ABOUT SHKOON
Shkoon's collaboration began in 2015, when fate united Ameen from Syria and Thorben from Germany in Hamburg. Their harmonious melodies led them to the pinnacle of Arab electronica, where they became known for their musical sophistication.
In December 2019, they released 'Rima,' captivating listeners worldwide and performing in cities all over Europe, Middle East and North Africa. Despite challenges due to Ameen's refugee status, their passion only grew, connecting them with music lovers worldwide.
Guided by a spirit of musical diplomacy, Shkoon blended arabic folklore, own lyrics with western electronic music. Their compositions beautifully merged traditions, showcasing the limitless possibilities of music.
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SHOW INFORMATION
Doors open: 10:00 PM
Opening support: 11:00 PM
Shkoon show time: 12:00 AM
Closing support: 2:00 AM
ALONG WITH
DANA FAKHOURY - OPENING SUPPORT
As a producer, a live electronic performer and a DJ, Dana Fakhoury manages to keep the crowd surprised with her smooth blends of different genres. Her love for percussive grooves, a heart-spoken melody or a lyric that strikes your heart to skip a beat is definitely reflected in her productions and sets that are full of Afro/Oriental House, leading all the way to Dance / Melodic Techno. Her sets reflect her life; a beautiful blend of cultures and adventures. Dana definitely takes you on a journey.
This driven and multi-talented artist radiates authenticity and is always ready to bring the right atmosphere to any dance floor in the world.
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HIBA SALAMEH - CLOSING SUPPORT
Hiba Salameh is a music producer, filmmaker and DJ from Haifa. Touring around the world with her electrifying sets and being named by Mixmag as 'one of the Palestinian DJs you need to know'. Never accepting borders, she continuously challenges music genres to create unique sensual experiences while bonding music traditions rooted in the past with their contemporary reflections.
In her eclectic DJ Sets, Hiba loves to navigate through the wide universe of electronic music blending the huge heritage of Arabic music with its counterparts from the planet’s southern hemisphere.
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