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Saint Levant
Opening permormances by Nooriyah and Nemahsis

With opening DJ set by Zaytune
Master of Ceremonies: Narcy


Marwan Abdelhamid, known as Saint Levant, is a Jerusalem-born artist of French-Algerian and Serbian-Palestinian descent. Blending Arabic music, R&B, and hip-hop, he embraces his multicultural roots and the global Palestinian experience. Singing in Arabic, English, and French, his music resonates worldwide. Raised in Gaza, he dedicated his first EP ‘From Gaza, With Love’ to his hometown. His debut album ‘DEIRA’ honors Palestine and his family’s Al Deira Hotel, destroyed in Gaza in January 2024.
Nooriyah was born in Saudi Arabia, raised in Japan, and now based in the UK, Nooriyah is a DJ, audio producer, and presenter known for championing the sounds of the diaspora. She founded the SWANA-focused collective ‘Middle of Nowhere’, which hosted her debut ‘Boiler Room’—garnering over 4.5 million streams. Gaining global acclaim, she has performed at major festivals, including Glastonbury, and headlined sold-out shows across London. Her debut European tour, ‘Middle of Everywhere’, further cemented her rising influence in dance music.

Nemahsis is a Palestinian-Canadian singer-songwriter Nemahsis is known for her powerful voice and deeply personal lyrics exploring identity and belonging as a hijabi Muslim woman. Her 2024 debut album ‘Verbathim’ earned critical acclaim and praise from artists like Stevie Wonder and Lorde. In 2025, she launched a sold-out North American tour and won two JUNO Awards, including Alternative Album and Breakthrough Artist of the Year. Recently named Women In Music’s Artist of the Year, Nemahsis is redefining independent artistry.

Zaytune is a Palestinian DJ known for her genre-fluid style and high-energy selections. She enjoys experimenting across different sounds, with a particular love for UKG and soulful edits across genres.

Headliners spotlights a dynamic lineup of acclaimed regional and international artists whose work has captivated global audiences and redefined the boundaries of contemporary music. These are voices that not only shape culture but spark dialogue through sound, storytelling, and unforgettable live performances.

From viral sensations to critically acclaimed musicians, each Headliner brings a unique artistic vision rooted in identity, place, and purpose. Whether performing on world stages or breaking ground in their home countries, these artists transcend borders and genres, offering a glimpse into the future of music across the Arab world and beyond. This section celebrates creative excellence, cultural pride, and the power of performance to connect people across continents.

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Dates and Showtimes

Mon 24 November8:00 PM
DFF Music

Lusail City Stage - Zone 1

Fee: 300 QAR

Age Limit: 16+

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Mon 24 November8:00 PM
DFF Music

Lusail City Stage - Zone 2

Fee: 250 QAR

Age Limit: 16+

Mon 24 November8:00 PM
DFF Music

Lusail City Stage - Zone 3 - Seating

Fee: 400 QAR

Age Limit: 16+

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