Palestinian music sensation Saint Levant, alongside an ensemble of Palestinian artists, recently took Cairo by storm with an evocative event designed to bring Palestinian and Egyptian creatives together. This landmark gathering, titled ‘Deira’, fostered vibrant cultural exchange and strengthened solidarity between the two communities. The event was a tribute to the iconic Deira hotel in Gaza, which was recently destroyed by Israeli forces during the ongoing war on Gaza. Hosted by art collective Kalam Aflam, Supernova Atlas, Colesque, Red Amber and Abu Recordings, and powered by Mountain View, Deira served as a poignant tribute and homage to the hotel built by Levant’s father and a hopeful step towards preserving its enduring legacy. The evening featured a diverse lineup of Gazan artists alongside Saint Levant, including Zuhod, Raouf Belbeisi, Shamaly, and MC Abdul. Each artist infused the night with their distinct voices and powerful stories. “We’ve built the whole experience around paying homage to the Deira hotel in Gaza, which is a hotel that Marwan Abdel Hamid aka Saint Levant’s father used to run in Gaza that was unfortunately destroyed during the attacks in October 2023,” said Hayat Aljowaily, founder of…
Saint Levant, Palestinian Artists Celebrate Gazan Heritage in Cairo at Vibrant ‘Deira’ Event at Citadel Central
July 30, 2024
