The Lebanese music scene is growing day by day; and today, various bands are taking centre stage with a new identity and sound; uniting the east and the west notes to develop a new globalised indie beat appealing to all generations. Here’s our edit of the best Lebanese musicians and bands that should land on your ‘must-see concerts’ bucket-list.
Mashrou’ Leila
Constantly touring and spreading their unique Arab pop sound all around the world. Mashrou’ Leila, was founded in 2008 and is known to be one of the most successful bands from Beirut. The young musicians took the struggles of the political system in Lebanon and turned it into art. Their original track ‘Rakset Leila’ was the first song product that skyrocketed their fame.
The Wanton Bishops
The Wanton Bishops is simply a one-man show. Lead singer Nader Mansour, born and raised in Beirut, grew up by being heavily influenced by the Lebanese Tarab (Middle Eastern music). Today, The Wanton Bishops is made up of four men who deliver an exotic sound, which is highly praised internationally.
Who Killed Bruce Lee
United in 2009, the famous indie-rock Lebanese band started out playing classic rock covers until they released their very first album in 2012. One of their top songs are ‘Distant Rendezvous’ and ‘Born Addicted’. Their unique sound immediatly spread all around the region; while in 2014, the group members faced a life turning-point when they got the attention of David Gappa, a producer from Europe offered them a contract, where the band gained a-whole-lot of fame and success ever since.
Yasmin Hamdan
Lebanese singer and songwriter Yasmine Hamdan delivers a mix of indie and pop notes. Her 2013 album “Ya Nass” was only the beginning of her success. Now based in Paris, Hamdan is enjoying her fame by merging the European and Arabic music scene, developing her signature sound by bringing a twist to Arabic pop that has reached listeners all around the world.
