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Beyrouth, Lebanon (2008 – present)

Mashrou’ Leila (Arabic: مشروع ليلى) is a Lebanese seven-member alternative rock band. The band formed in Beirut, Lebanon in 2008 as a music workshop at the American University of Beirut. Led by frontman and co-founder Hamed Sinno, the band has released one studio album while causing numerous controversies due to their satirical lyrics and themes.

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The band was formed in February 2008 at the American University of Beirut, when violinist Haig Papazian, guitarist Andre Chedid and pianist Omaya Malaeb posted an open invitation to musicians looking to jam. Out of a dozen of people who answered the call, seven would remain to form Mashrou’ Leila. The workshop evolved into a hit band after playing in small venues, and gaining ground on the underground music circuit.
Mashrou’ Leila emerged onto Lebanon’s music scene during the 2008 “Fete de la Musique” (the yearly Music festival held by the Beirut municipality) sparking controversy for its unabashed and critical lyrics on Lebanese society, failed love, sexuality and politics. In 2009, at the same festival, Mashrou’ Leila played in front of a large following where fans moshed to their music in downtown Beirut. The band’s breakthrough single “Raksit Leila” (Leila’s dance) was awarded both the jury and popular awards at the Radio Liban’s ‘Modern Music Contest’ held at Basement (club) in March 2009.
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