Dukkan Show

Ramdan Kareem, Fam.  Welcome to the Ramadan Poetry Series, where we share poetry that speaks to us. This week, Reem shares a poem by the Iraqi poet, Rabia of Basra.  "It acts like love- music..." #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's only fair for when artists visit Dubai, they stop by the dukkan stoop to kick back and enjoy great conversations. Well, this week, the dukkan stoop was blessed with none other than the Hip Hop legend, Lord Finesse, for a chat with the crew. They discussed his 1st trip visit to Dubai, the state of Hip Hop in the US and versus the world, his upbringing, and his new direction in inspiring the youth. #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | Twitter For those that don't know who Lord Finesse is, he is a DJ, producer, and rapper that was signed to Wild Pitch Records in 1989, home of other popular hip hop artists such as Gang Starr, Main Source, Chill Rob G, Percee P and O.C. In 1990, the duo released their debut album Funky Technician.[3] The album featured production from future star beat-makers DJ Premier, Diamond D and Showbiz. Soon after, Finesse formed the popular New York underground crew D.I.T.C., an acronym for "Diggin In The Crates", together with Showbiz & A.G. and Diamond D. Future members included Fat Joe, O.C., Buckwild, and Big L. Finesse returned as a solo artist in early 1992 with his second effort, Return of the Funky Man. The album featured guest appearances from Percee Pand AG. The album's title track peaked at number 13 on the Hot Rap Singles chart. Return of the Funky Man also included a couple of songs that were produced by Finesse himself, and this would be the start of a career as a much respected hip-hop producer. In 1994 Finesse made a production appearance on The Notorious B.I.G.'s classic debut Ready to Die, on the track "Suicidal Thoughts". In 1995, he produced a big portion of Big L's debut album Lifestylez Ov Da Poor & Dangerous, including the single "M.V.P." and made an appearance on one of the album's highlight songs "Da Graveyard". He returned as an artist in 1996 with the now rare 12" single "Check The Method" and then the acclaimed album The Awakening. Finesse produced the entire album himself, and enlisted a large number of guests, including KRS-One, MC Lyte, Akinyele, Diamond D, Showbiz & A.G., O.C.and Kid Capri. The underground single "Actual Facts" featuring Sadat X, Large Professor and Grand Puba, was included as a hidden track on the album.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Waleed Shah joins the crew by the Dukkan's stoop to tell his story. When  Waleed describes himself,he says that he is a scientist first then business man, family man, and finally an artist. He breaks down those personalities and how when he finds an interest, he's instantly hyper-focused till mastering it.  #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Butheina HK of Cinema Akil & Rabih El Khoury of Metropolis Cinema join us at our stoop to discuss Arabic cinema, diaspora, and the diversity of stories we're trying to tell.  #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Dan Greenpeace joins OT & Reem by their sukkah stoop to talk artist management, music, Hip Hop culture, and the relationship he developed being a Hip Hop journalist, DJ, and a key player in connecting London to the New York Hip Hop scene. #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Cheb Moha & Chndy, 2 very talented artists and photographers from Iraq and Oman respectively, join the crew by the dukkan. They discussed their artistic tastes, inspirations, friendship, and how the internet has empowered them and connected them with like minded people. #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, the UAE resident, North Carolina artist Stephon Lamar joins the crew by the dukkan to discuss life, music, upbringing, and the influence his grandmother, mother, and sister had on him. #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, The Harmony Brothers (AY & Moh Flow) kicked it with the crew by the dukkan where they've taken trips down memory lane, discussed their experiences in LA with writing camps that have dictated their style of developing music. The guys also spoke about their plans in developing tour circuits, their musical ambition, and how they're aiming to pursue their musical journey. With big dreams to chase, these guys are showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon.  #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Reem & OT kick it with an old friend, Thabit, who's a cinematographer, script writer, storyteller, you name it. Thabit's name gained traction in 2009 when he started developing skits for his YouTube channel, while simultaneously creating short films for festivals and competitions.   #WelcomeToYourTribe ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the crew is joined by Bahaa (co-founder of Step Conference) and the friend of the show Big Hass to discuss the exciting up and coming Step Conference event and it's latest edition Step Music. #WelcomeToYourTribe   Step Conference is the largest interactive gathering in MENA bringing thousands of entrepreneurs, investors and tech & media enthusiasts together with the best of technology, digital and entertainment industries in a 2-day event loaded with talks, exhibitions and signature happenings. STEP Music in partnership with Anghami is bringing together music leaders, record labels, producers and artists together under one roof to explore the latest trends, challenges and the future of the regional music industry – all combined with live performances from some of the region’s top independent artists! ---- The Dukkan Show is hosted by OT, Irshad, Toofless, and Reem www.dukkanshow.com Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.