My guest is Micael Al Asmar, Graphic Designer and Musician - playing bass for the Dubai based metal band Aramaic . LINKS: instagram.com/michaelalasmar instagram.com/aramaicdxb fb.com/aramaicdxb ➖MORE UNMUTED➖ LINKTR.EE/UNMUTED #UnmutedShow...
Episode 54! My guest is the one and only Waleed Shah - a photographer born and raised in the UAE. LINKS: Waleed Shah instagram.com/waleedshah ➖MORE UNMUTED➖ LINKTR.EE/UNMUTED #UnmutedShow...
My guest is Al Sharif Marzeban, guitarist of Egyptian death metal band Scarab . Links: instagram.com/scarab_official Scarab Mentioned in the episode: facebook.com/anarchyband ➖ UNMUTED LINKS ➖ LINKTR.EE/UNMUTED LINKTR.EE/SVENGALI #UnmutedShow...
My guest is Kareem Chehayeb, a Lebanese journalist, researcher, and political analyst based in Beirut. LINKS: instagram.com/kareemchehayeb/ twitter.com/chehayebk kareemchehayeb.me Discussed on the show: https://thepublicsource.org https://www.instagram.com/megaphonenews https://daraj.com/en https://www.instagram.com/votsband #UnmutedShow...
WE'RE BACK!! It's been an absolutely insane time around the world and honestly it still feels a little weird starting up the podcast again - these last two weeks felt like forever! But I believe having conversations is important. So, let's do this. Let's talk about everything. My guest today is Saleh Hamed AKA Sol, an Emirati songwriter and producer who’s been part of, and fighting for the independent music scene in the country for many years. Sol has been part of major homegrown acts like Gray ...
EPISODE 50! This is going to be the last one... for a while. Brought to you by the PATRONS! Shoutout to the amazing sponsors: Abu Dhabi Karaoke Crew - instagram.com/adkaraokecrew & Evolution Events LLC - UAE SEE YOU ALL IN TWO WEEKS! ➖HIT ME UP➖ ▫️Support UNMUTED: patreon.com/unmutedshow ▫️listen to UNMUTED: Anchor.fm/unmuted ▫️UNMUTED on Instagram: Instagram.com/unmutedshow ▫️ADNAN on Instagram: Instagram.com/headdnan_ ▫️SVENGALI: fb.com/SvengaliMusic Instagram.com/SvengaliMusic ▫️Design &a...
My guest is P. Storm, an artist with a career that built the foundation of the hip hop scene in the UAE and continues to surpass expectations with every release. As 1/3 of the group The Recipe, they put on the first independent and local hip hop show, which propelled the scene into gear. Also, as a solo artist, P. Storm continues to leave his mark - most recently with his latest release, Drown. A ton of music, stories and basketball. I’m very excited to have him on the show. Make sure you join t...
My guest is Saadi Moukaddem - a film director based in Dubai and co-founder of the award wining production company Electric Films. After being a mentor at YouTube’s Next Up program (where we met) he decided to continue sharing his knowledge through videos for those looking to start with film. From the large scale TV world to YouTube and mentoring the up and comers... there’s a whole lot to talk about. Make sure you join the conversation LIVE by hitting the ‘get reminder’ button! LINKS: → www.you...
My guest is Marco Möller, founder and general badass of Dubai’s underground gem, Möto. For those that don’t know, Möto is a combination coffee shop, workshop, barber, venue, art gallery, hangout spot and a ton more with a dedicated crew of supporters and customers. I’m excited to have a conversation with the man behind it all and get into how this place, now a pillar in the independent art and music scene in the UAE, came to be. Make sure you join us LIVE by hitting that get reminder button. LIN...
My guest is Abbo - a musician, event promoter, radio host artist manager and mentor. A supporter of all things independent and local art. During his time in the UAE, Abbo founded the GoPlayTheWorld open mics and originals series which gave a platform for all up and coming artists to showcase their music on stage. This was a launchpad for many artists and bands in the country that have continued their careers in music today. As a solo artist he has been writing, recording and preforming his music...
My guest is Raz Moussa - an audio engineer, filmmaker, photographer and musician. The combination of that list of skills is summerized under the term "content creator" which he has been working as for 10 years. His recent YouTube project, Hippie Cactus, started with his wife Katy aims to build a community of like minded people around Yoga. She does the yoga, he makes the videos. Raz is also someone I’ve worked with extensively on many films and videos over the years, and a close friend of mine. ...
My guest is Palash Bhise AKA "Splash", who’s range in music spans from Guitars and Vocals in metal bands Osprey and BSA to a solo bilingual rap career. He’s also a wellness coach with a very unique outlook on lifestyle and a dedication to spreading his message. He is currently working on one on one sessions with his clients using online video calls. Make sure you join the conversation LIVE by hitting that get reminder button. Hit him up: instagram.com/trill_midget instagram.com/xthirdeyeaestheti...
My guest is Joshua F. Williams - a record producer/recording engineer from Los Angeles, California who at one point moved and was based out of Dubai, U.A.E. with the goal to help pioneer the undiscovered music scene in the region. He has worked with artists such as Fergie, Bruce Springsteen, Flo Rida, Stevie Wonder, Akon, and many more... not to mention the countless acts and musicians from the UAE and Middle East. Make sure you join the conversation LIVE by hitting that get reminder button. LIN...
My guest is Nikhil Uzgare - He’s a musician who is the lead singer of Dubai’s Point of View as well as a solo artist, music composer and producer. He’s also the founder of the Rock Nation event series in the UAE that has been around since 2008. From opening for Guns & Roses, starting charitable initiatives to composing and preforming the first prog rock song to be featured in a Bollywood film… there’s a whole lot to talk about. Make sure you join the conversation LIVE by hitting that get rem...
My guest is Leigh Soulink - A self taught tattoo artist who built a career and tattoo shop from the ground up over the last 10 years. He’s also a drummer, who has been in bands like Good Fryday (Dubai) and Dookom (South Africa) With the current state of the world, his shifted his focus from designing and creating art on people’s bodies, to making graphic design and lettering pieces for business and individuals. ... and if you’ve ever seen an After Hours episode, or most of the ink I have, you al...
My guest is JM Elias - From his early days in Lebanon with bands like Postmortem and Damage Rite, to moving to the UAE and now with Svengali - JM has done time within the Middle Eastern metal & rock scene. He’s also a YouTuber with a channel dedicated to teaching up-and-coming musicians and audio engineers the tools they need to kick start their careers and passions. And as most of the tribe knows, he’s also one of my closest friends… someone I’ve gotten the chance to travel with a bunch and...
My guest is Alexy Khoury - a guitarist who’s career started in Beirut, Lebanon - After having done the rounds in the Middle Eastern metal scene with bands like Kaoteon, Tristmoon and Element 26, he moved to the UK to pursue and further his career in music. His latest project, Lokust, has attracted INSANE attention from around the world. Putting out a play through video as a means to find a bassist and vocalist has now racked up over 1.6 Million views on YouTube. The dedication and drive, the dif...
My guest is Cromwell Ojeda - a musician who has been part of and championing the UAE’s independent music scene for years. The wide range of genres and roles Cromwell has taken on range from his electronic synth wave production under the name Muhaisnah Four to his breakdowns and cymbal chokes behind the kit for GDE. He’s also a show promoter, working under the group title Black Sheep Productions and a graphic designer. Father. Husband. All round creative. There’s a bunch I’m excited to talk about...
Come tell some crazy birthday stories if you have any! All the love and good vibes to the tribe! I'll catch you guys on Saturday for our regularly scheduled programing. ➖HIT ME UP➖ ▪️Support UNMUTED: patreon.com/unmutedshow ▪️listen to UNMUTED: Anchor.fm/unmuted ▪️UNMUTED on Instagram: Instagram.com/unmutedshow ▪️ADNAN on Instagram: Instagram.com/headdnan_ ▪️SVENGALI: fb.com/SvengaliMusic Instagram.com/SvengaliMusic ▪️Design & Artwork: fb.com/fadiaramaic Email the show: UnmutedShow@gmail.com...
My guest is Nabil González - A singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Jordan who is known for his pop/ folk style of singing accompanied by acoustic guitars, banjos and electronic elements. Nabil’s dark metaphor driven lyrics has left an impact on many and he has been speaking out on the importance of mental health awareness and recovery not only through his music but through his platforms and interactions. Figure of Fate was a band Nabil and I were in together back in 2007 and someth...
My guest is Ahmad Al Sharif, and for those old schoolers… That Guy! He’s one of my oldest friends going all the way back to middle school. We started a “vlog” channel together in 2008 called That Guy & Head, which lead to a series of online endeavors. Working independently, he directed and produced several short films and a feature documentary - recently completing his latest short film ‘End of the Road’. Silly videos online. Careers. Family and growth! I’m super excited to dig into everythi...
My guest is Miltiadis Nicolaos Kyvernitis more commonly known as Milton. He’s an audio engineer and a musician that has been a big part of the UAE rock and metal scene for over 15 years. As an audio engineer he has worked with many from within the local rock, rap and metal scene as well as countless artists from around the world. His band Private Government and their non conventional approach to a band structure have made noise and are a staple within the regional sound. Milton is also a voice o...
My guest for episode 33 Loane Loke - the bassist and backing vocals for Dubai-based Metal act Fatal Qualm. She’s also a medical professional on the frontlines in the fight against this pandemic. From ladies in the metal and rock world to dealing with the chaos that is the current state of the world… there is a whole lot I’m excited to cover during the conversation Make sure you hit the reminder to join the conversation LIVE! Hit her up: instagram.com/fatalqualm Fatal Qualm instagram.com/loane_lo...
My guest is BIG HASS . A Saudi Arabian radio host, blogger, podcaster and one of the most active figures in the Middle Eastern Hip Hop scene. He started the countries first and only Hip Hop radio show (that is celebrating going 10 years strong this year), founded re-volt magazine and hosts his own Buckle Up with Big Hass over on YouTube. He’s a father, a husband and in my opinion one of those people that radiant positivity. I’m excited to have a conversation with him about passion, drive and lif...
My guest is the one and only FREEK. A UAE based rapper who has made massive waves across the world in the last few years. His mixture of Arabic lyrics, modern beats and beautifully shot music videos really made him stand out of the crowd. The addition of some of the most energetic live performances around put him on top within the regional music scene. He’s also done his time in film as a freelancer, a gamer and maybe a surprise to some… but also a metal fan! Very excited to get into it with Fre...
TRIBE, IT'S EPISODE 30! My guest is Lucky Schild AKA Swetre - and if you don’t already know, get ready for this list... He’s a rapper and 1/3 of the UAE’s rap group The Recipe, Keys and Vocals for the metal band GDE. An audio engineer/ producer and in my opinion, a pillar in the independent music scene of the country. From podcasts, blogs, panels, talks and even creating his own platform and series of events for all of that, The Ascent DXB. Swerte is adamant to educate and elevate the local inde...
My guest is John B, a musician from Lebanon who is the founder and guitarist of Progressive Metal act ANURYZM . He and the band have been through many iterations and locations but have definitely powered through. After a couple of albums, tours and local shows John and the band hit a stage that no other Middle Eastern band can ever play, opening for the iconic Black Sabbath. With a brand new single released and a 2021 album in the works I’m excited to talk all things music, independent artists a...
My guest is Romario Fernando, a musician from the Dubai-based (and the only active one I know) Punk Rock band Fat Randall. He’s also an audio engineer who has been an integral part of the music scene in the UAE while also touring with heavyweight acts like Brazil’s Sepultura ! AND he just started an audio company, Amplitude, with the intention of combining all his experience to create amazing shows for bands and audience. His DIY approach to not only music and audio but all aspect of life in gen...
EPISODE 27!! My guest is Khalid Al-Temimi , a drummer who has been the backbone of bands across the UAE including Svengali, Aramaic, As Per Casper, Voice of the Soul to name just a few. He’s also, as you know, the craziest commenter, a patron and a huge part of the Unmuted Tribe. It’s going to be a party, ladies and gentlemen. Buckle up and make sure you tune in LIVE! ➖HIT ME UP➖ ▫️Support UNMUTED: patreon.com/unmutedshow ▫️listen to UNMUTED: Anchor.fm/unmuted ▫️UNMUTED on Instagram: Instagram.c...
My guest is Daithi “Pinky” Farah, an audio engineer who’s been a part of the UAE music scene for years before moving back to Ireland and continuing his journey there. His studio work recording bands, touring the world with artists and unapologetic approach to life will make this a conversation you wouldn’t want to miss! Make sure you hit the “get reminder” and join the conversation LIVE Links: instagram.com/daithifarah daithifarah.com ➖HIT ME UP➖ ▫️Support UNMUTED: patreon.com/unmutedshow ▫️list...
