BIG HASS PRESENTS : IRAQ CYPHER FEATURING 9 RAPPERS !!! (Prod by USFOXX)

Iraq Cypher Artwork (by Pen.of.sol)

On the 12th May, 2022, Big Hass announced the release of his new release “Iraq Cypher” which combines Nine Iraqi Rappers. 

Beat was produced by Iraqi Producer USFOXXX 

The record has been a dream for Big Hass who ever since he started blogging wanted to do something for Iraq; but the opportunity didn’t present itself till now. A Cypher is a collective that gathers three rappers or more in a synergy. 

Big Hass has executive produced a couple of incredible cyphers before, one of them being Sudan Cypher which highlighted the talent in Sudan. This release is no different, Nine rappers from Iraq, One Beat from USFOXX go hard in flow and lyrics to showcase the diversity of Iraq Rap and highlight the Iraqi Rappers.

 The Iraq Cypher showcases diversity, incredible flow and spotlights Iraq in the Arabic Rap Game! Rappers involved are: Kira The Blurryface, Armando, Odd Khalid, DISSER, KC Hamada, AlRong, Genesis, Nayomi, EL SEEN 

Video was shot in various places around the world and where the rappers are based, between Iraq, Turkey, Switzerland. 

Final Video Edit was done by Raed Al-Murish Listen Here: For more news, 

email Big Hass @ BigHassTheLabel@Gmail.com Release Date: 12th May, 2022

Narcy debuts a song for Baghdad on "AlBasheer Show"

Ahmad Al-Basheer is an Iraqi comedian, journalist and director. He is most prominently known for creating the television program Albasheer Show. After he began broadcasting in 2014, he became one of the most famous comedians in Iraq.

Yassin AlSalman, also known as "Narcy" is an Iraqi/Canadian Artist who we been following here at RE-VOLT since we launched in 2007! It has been amazing to support him/cover his news/be inspired by him.

With the revolution in Iraq currently going on with 350+ killed and thousands injured.. Narcy wrote a song for Baghdad and its nothing short than SPECTACULAR !!

The song is produced by the "Spear Of Arabic Hip-Hop production", Iraqi producer Sandhill, whose production impacted myself and many others.

To have a song like this debut on a show like "Albasheer Show" is just incredible. The show has a huge following and is viewed by many around the world but especially in Iraq. Narcy has always been an artist where you can feel his love for his homeland. Despite him performing mainly in English, one can tell his passion for Arabia and his country Iraq by watching his videos, he even did a whole "Arabic Album" which you can find below...




Check out the video and show love.

Iraqi-Kiwi Dubai Based Rapper I-NZ drops his FIRST EP | Dollars & Dinars

Iraqi-Kiwi artist I-NZ whose real name is Majid, just dropped his first EP just a year following the release of his viral YouTube video ‘This Is Iraq’, a remake to ‘This Is America’ by Childish Gambino.

The EP titled ‘Dollars & Dinars’ is now available on ALL streaming services. As a Kiwi born in Scotland to Iraqi parents, the cultural diversity is evident throughout his music,

The 8 track project is reflective of I-NZ’s current headspace as he addresses aspects of his personal life alongside various social injustice and political subjects.

The EP carries a dark and mysterious theme throughout yet still offers head bobbing moments by way of quality productions from A’Y and Prince Q.

There are couple of tracks that I really like on the EP, I like "Geppetto" and "Ellah Billah". I think I-NZ style challenged the producers which results in something kind of unique. It will be interesting to see how the Dubai Hip-Hop fan base react to this EP especially that it has "Vibes" but also there are important lyrics/songwriting that addresses issues that people in Dubai/region might not care about or want to get away from.

I-NZ has since been creating music that aims to bridge his Eastern roots with his Western upbringing. He does that in his own way. I still want to see what he has for the future and can't wait to get to know that EP he just dropped a bit more. 

Give it a listen. Show Love. Show Support 

Full EP, hear it HERE

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Shébani X RAYAN Rock Sole DXB 2017 Music Main Stage !!

Shébani & RAYAN performing at Sole DXB 2017 - Pic Credit: Waleed Shah

On Dec 9th, 2017, Dubai-based Iraqi singer/songwriter "Shébani" took the stage at Sole DXB and it was so dope to watch her perform old & new tracks on a big stage like that. Shout out to the guys at Sole DXB for their great work & dope vibes.

She was accompanied by her producer and motivator, the genius "RAYAN". Both were incredible on stage and I am so proud of them.

It's been amazing watching Shébani grow into her own artist and paving the way also for so many Arab female singers. Shébani was the ONLY Arab female to participate in the Sole DXB music line-up for this year. That is an amazing accomplishment and we need to push for more female representation in the years to come.

I've sat down with Shébani & RAYAN and asked them few questions about their Sole DXB set, check it out below:-

Big Hass: How was it preparing for a big show like Sole Dxb?

Shébani:  It was very similar to prepping for any other show to be honest, except you had to keep in mind that this stage is twice as big and the festival is twice as important. I try to treat it like any other show because I don't really tend to give different amounts of efforts no matter how big or small our performance will be. This helps me reduce a lot of the stress and the nerves I get before a show, it's constant practice leading up to bigger opportunities I guess.

RAYAN: It wasn’t too different to any other show we prepare for in all honesty. We were fortunate enough to have a string of shows leading up to sole, so we tried and tested out a number of different ideas for our live show throughout that period. So by the time we got to Sole DXB we had a concrete
idea of how the show was going to play out. A lot of focus was more on the visual aspect as well
crowd participation.

Shébani & RAYAN performing at Sole DXB 2017 - Pic Credit: Waleed Shah

BH: Shébani, Tell us about that moment, right before you get up on stage. What was going through your mind?

Shébani: "Don't mess up, don't mess up, don't mess up!" haha! I was only clearing my mind, I wasn't thinking about anything else but THAT very moment itself, I said a little prayer, reminded myself why I'm doing this, and reassured myself that this is where I'm supposed to be. 

BH: RAYAN,The way you arranged this full set was great. Take us through the process of creating Sole DXB set? 

RAYAN: Sound wise, I was very adamant on creating a sonic atmosphere for the set. I wanted to translatea mood and scenery that you could hear with the interludes, effects, and breaks between songs. A lot of the songs were re-mixed for a live out-door setting so that some of the audio elements in the songs didn’t go missing with the size of the venue and the sound dispersing in an outdoor
environment. The set was essentially a 25 minute song-piece moving from motif to motif of how we wanted to tell Shebani’s story.

Shébani & RAYAN performing at Sole DXB 2017 - Pic Credit: Waleed Shah

BH: I believe you dropped 2 or 3 new tracks at the Sole Dxb set? tell us about each record? When will they be online? 

RAYAN: One of the song will be out on 21^st December 2017, whilst all the rest will be 2018 releases which we’re super excited for!

**The song Rayan is talking about was just released today. You can hear it on Anghami below 

BH: You performed @ the same stage where headliner Hip Hop legend Pusha T performed. What does that mean to you guys?

Shébani: The whole festival itself is something I can't really comprehend just yet, aside from sharing the stage with all these incredible artists, I personally focused more on the fact that I played in the same festival one of my favorite artists played at. It's an incredibly humbling and exciting experience, it really puts everything into perspective for you. I don't quite think about these details until a few days after when it really hits me, these moments push your career further into levels you never thought are even possible. I can't wait for what's to come next! 

Rayan: It was an absolute privilege to share the stage with an icon such as Pusha T. He’s someone that a lot of artists and fans here look up to so it means a little more when you get to perform alongside artists of that caliber. It was also equally exciting to share the stage with artists like H.E.R and local artists that we believe have so much to offer music in our region. We felt we deserved that opportunity after a lot of the hard work we had put into the music through the tail end of 2016 and all of 2017. To play a show of that size was a small recognition and acknowledgement of our previous efforts. 

Shébani: You were the ONLY female reppin' Arabia. How does that make you feel? 

Shébani: This is why we do this, to inspire others to come out of their rooms and show the world what they're made of. I started off in my room singing to walls and camera lenses, I didn't know that I was going to be doing what I'm currently doing in my life, but I had a lot of support from friends and family, and I owe it all to them! This is what it means to me to be the only Arab female artist on that stage, it means that I have a responsibility to represent all Arab women around the world, and make it valid and valuable for them to be whoever they want to be

Shébani & RAYAN performing at Sole DXB 2017 - Pic Credit: Waleed Shah

RAYAN/Shébani: Tell us about your Sole DXB 2017 experience. Any last words.

RAYAN: Definitely one of my most enjoyable and memorable moments as producer and musician. The entire weekend was a testament of how much music culture we are developing in this part of the world. To be able to see local and international acts seamlessly share the stage is a moment I take so much pride from, as someone who is actively trying to improve, celebrate and endorse that artistic liberty. 

Shébani:  It was a mixture of all good, new and tough things! It was eye opening and a massive learning experience, but it was also fun, exciting and very new. I was very happy to be experiencing moments I had to learn from, meet new people, and share the nights with some of the most prestigious musicians and artists who flew across oceans! 


Any Last words?

Shébani: Really excited for 2018, there's a lot to talk about and look forward to. No stopping now! 

RAYAN: Sole DXB 2017, you guys were amazing. We can’t wait to come back. Stay tuned for 2018. 

Shébani & RAYAN performing at Sole DXB 2017 - Pic Credit: Omar Tartoob

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Iraqi-Dubai based Singer/Songwriter Shébani drops #Scylla and its simply DOPE!

Shébani - Scylla (Prod by Rayan"

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If you've been following me, then you definitley heard the name "Shébani" before. This amazing Dubai based singer/songwriter just a dropped a new single entitled "Scylla" produced by "Rayan" and its simply catchy, radio friendly, dope and hip.

What I personally love about the song is the fact that Shébani was able to get out of her comfort zone and she did that with ease and proved that an artist can always try new things and succeed in it. She's a natural man..Big credit goes to her producer "Rayan" who has been a huge catalyst for artists not only producing songs for them but also making them realize why they do music in the first place which is a very important thing to know as an artist.

Shébani performing at Boom Room (Pic by Waleed Shah)

I do believe that Shébani is a very important artist to support and push from this region. Not only is she humble and talented but she's also a voice for so many and I 100% believe that lots of people relate to her and her vibe which is somehow empowering as well. I believe a lot of people will connect with this track and vibe to it. So Share this. Spread the word. Improve your ear-drums ;)

It's now 9:25 AM Dubai time, song dropped on music streaming service "Anghami - Link below" .

** UPDATE**  25th Oct --- The Music video of the track was just released & its directed by the beast "Freek TV" who proved once again that he's a visionary at what he does. S/O to his better half "Dj Liutik" who always been supportive and as a Dj, she's been playing records for local artists at her events which is really cool.

Shébani & Rayan (@Boom Room) Proud of those two.. Keep Rockin
Pic by Omar Tartoob 

Below is a quick description of the song.. enjoy it. share it. support it.


Description: The name “Scylla” has a historical context and backstory. It is derived from ancient Greek mythology dating back to the name of a sea princess driven mad by an opposing sea-king she fell in love with. The song is an expression of being driven crazy by a particular person or feeling helplessly lost in a situation. The song is not tailored to solely categorize a sense of crazed love, but to liberate us from the feeling of overcoming it.

Narcy releases VIDEO for #CHOBIBRYANT

Iraqi/Canadian Hip-Hop artist "Narcy" just dropped the video of his track "Chobi Bryant" in which he also directed. 

#ChobiBryant is the sequel of the Makoo Video and it's amazing to see how entertaining yet relevant Narcy and his team are.

Track is produced by the amazing Sandhill and has Iraqi- Dubai based Photographer "Cheb Moha" in addition to ceasrock

The track is about that quick internet sensation fame..

Watch the AMAZING VIDEO below

LOWKEY IS BACK !!!

Lowkey Tour Dates in SEPTEMBER - UK !!

LOWKEY just dropped a track & its just... a MUST TO LISTEN.. TO HEAR. TO PUSH. TO SUPPORT.

May Allah bless this brother. He's spitting truth like noone!!
Love !!

Shèbani released a video for "Right By You" & IT IS AWESOME !!!

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Dubai Based Singer/Songwriter "Shèbani" releases a video for her track "Right By You" after ONE year of dropping her EP "Alter Ego" which was produced entirely by RAYAN. The video was released EXCLUSIVELY on Music Streaming Service provider "Anghami" - Check it out below

During the span of the year, Shèbani went to the UK to study music at BIMM London - that experience was great for her, she met a lot of people and also performed in London and on campus. 

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What I personally love about Shèbani is her passion & dedication. She's humble and mad talented. Go show some love & follow her on Instagram 

Fans who subscribed to her mailing list also got a "gift" from Shèbani and it was a song entitled "O.K"

This is a quote from her about the video... 


"It’s been the year of my life. A year of music, growth, accomplishments, hardship, long lasting friendships, and eye opening experiences. I don’t believe that any of it would’ve been possible without the support that you have shown me. I’m a big believer that life is all about giving back as much as you receive. So it is with a warm heart that I can finally give you back a gesture that measures my gratitude." Shèbani 

LOWKEY Ft. Mai Khalil - Ghosts Of Grenfell / VIDEO

Interviewing Lowkey in 2008 in Beirut,Lebanon

& I still get few "people" that keep asking me why do i support this brother even when he stepped away for 4-5 years.. this dude changed my life from the first verse i heard in 2007 !! It inspired me to start thinking, it elevated me, it pushed me to create "Re-Volt Blog" THIS BLOG !!

I am so honored to have supported, pushed his music on Arab Radio & on Saudi Radio! Lowkey is an unforgettable artist!! Thank you brother for STILL makin' music that is relevant in a beautiful, passionate and sincere way & GUESS WHAT... he gets HUGE NUMBERS , he sells out SHOWS, & big venues too.. 

You dont need to be all "shady,sexy" all the time to do so.. just a hint.. 

Grenfell Tower on fire on 14 June 2017 

This is his latest video/track and its towards the souls we lost at #Grenfell Tower - listen to the words, check out the video & see how relevant he is.. You dont need to British or even affected by this tragedy to know/feel his passion/his words/ his AUTHENTICITY.. all with the beautiful sweet voice of Mai Khalil...

Go on Lowkey!! I am a fan till my last breath!! One

Iraqi/Canadian Producer "Sandhill" at it again with "THE FISHER"

Pic by Tamara Abdul Hadi - Gaza 2016

Sandhill is one of my favorite producers in the world not just Arabia.. his authenticity & passion are incredible! Check out his latest production entitled "The Fisher" on his SOUNDCLOUD.

One of the reasons why I called him "The Spear Of Arab Hip-Hop Production"

Cover Photo by Tamara Abdul Hadi

Iraqi/Canadian producer "SANDHILL" pays respect to Iraqi Singer Legend Farida Mohammad Ali

Hands Down, one of my fav producers in the world !!

DUBAI BASED "IMAN AL SHAYBANI" SHOOTS FOR THE ROLE OF JASMINE IN DISNEY's Featured Film

So Disney has put a casting call for a live-action FEATURE FILM adaptation of ALADDIN !! 

They doing things right getting acts from the Middle-East!! 

Iman Al-Shaybani has just posted this on Youtube and I truly believe that Disney should consider her. 

Narcy - FREE (Official Music Video) | Directed by Ridwan Adhami

"Free" which is a track off Narcy's album "World War Free Now!" has always been one of my favorite tracks and now I love it even more because of the video that was just dropped. The footage was shot by Ridwan Adhami over 5 years and it features refugees from 19 countries. The track is produced by Sandhill.

I've asked both Narcy & Ridwan about how a track like this can contribute to change the difficult situation on the ground, their answer was this link: https://www.crowdrise.com/WEWILLBEFREE

Ridwan Adhami added " This video will inshallah add a human face that you can connect to. Each of the people has a name and a story. I am pretty sure you can find somebody in their that looks like you or one of your friends" 

Do something good today! Donate. 

NEW VIDEO ALERT | Shébani - Make Noise

Shébani's just released a new video of her track "Make Noise".. One can simply tell that she has mad talent and I love that she's also making videos for her songs. 

With the support of producer RAYAN from CTG Production, I am sure that Shébani will be playing in big festivals very soon. Proud of them , their work.

Go Support her. Watch. Like & Share

Sandhill remixes Japanese Anime series "Reemi"

Iraqi/Canadian producer Sandhill at it again. 

Check out his recent release!

Shébani - Figure It Out (Official Music Video)

Shébani's new music video. I love when everything is locally done. Shout out to full team that did this. 

Shébani | Alter Ego | New EP

Dubai based Sarah Al Shaybani is truly one of my favourite local artists in Arabia!  Sarah has always had an authentic and humble vibe. She is about to release her first EP entitled 'Alter Ego' - I personally am looking forward to hear it. Sarah will be teaming up with Rayan who has produced all the tracks on the EP!

Follow the journey and catch few glimpses of the EP @ Sarah's FB Page HERE

Update: CHECK OUT THE TRAILER !!!! 

Ocean On Fire. Music Video out on July 27. #single #oceanonfire #alteregoep #ep #alterego #musicvideo #music #dubai #uae #middleeast #shébani #shébanimusic #rayan #rayanproducer #rayanproductions #songewriters #musicians #singers #singersongwriter #audioengineer #composer #localtalent #artists #localmusicians

A video posted by SHÉBANI (@shebanimusic) on Jul 15, 2016 at 3:11am PDT

Narcy - Love Me (Hate Me) PSA

Narcy at it again, this time with one of my fav tracks from the World War Free Now album that you can BUY HERE:-

A Must-See Video!

Sarah Al Shaybani | Singer/Songwriter

I wont say much here, I would advise you to just click PLAY & listen to her voice. Not only that, check out her other videos. Be on the look out because this soul will be a big name very soon.

Sarah Al Shaybani, I am proud of you, IRAQ is proud of you. 

Not only she got mad talent; but she humble about it too..which for me is what make an artist complete.

Sandhill – Sandhill [Beat Tape]

Easily one of my favourite producers in the world! Sandhill is a gem and we gave him the nickname of "The Spear Of Arab Hip-Hop Production".

He just released this incredible Instrumental project that will take you through the world. The vibes, the authenticity and over-all feel of this is a must listen!

Just press play, relax and leave it up to these beats to inspire you.. 

This goes out to his late brother Nawaf "Nofy Fannan" Al-Rufaie