Raised in Gaza, occupied Palestine, Reem rose to prominence as a young musician in the early 2000s, and was quickly heralded as the city's first female oud player. With an affinity for tarab - the ecstatic traditions of Arab regional music - and the Palestinian heritage of song, Reem absorbed the lessons of older generations of oud players and forged her own path as a self-taught player.

Reem performs with Gazelleband, as a solo artist and as a guest with other leading musicians. Since late 2023, she has performed in eight countries on three continents, and recently brought her music and stories to the refugee camps of Lebanon. After a year developing her musicianship with leading Egyptian maestros, Reem and Gazelleband return to Britain in summer 2025 for new concert dates and recordings.
 

Hamid Ali Naqeebi Qawwal is a distinguished figure in the world of qawwali, known for his powerful voice, devotion to sufi music, and his deep-rooted connection to the spiritual tradition of qawwali. Hailing from a renowned qawwali lineage, Hamid Ali continues to be a key contributor to the preservation and propagation of this centuries-old form of devotional music.

Hamid Ali Naqeebi comes from the Naqeebi family, which has long been associated with Qawwali music. Hamid Ali is deeply embedded in this tradition, and he has continued to uphold and promote the art form with distinction.

His musical training began at an early age, as is customary in qawwali families. Under the guidance of his elders and teachers, he learned the technical and spiritual nuances of qawwali, which is more than just music—it is a form of poetry and expression of divine love. Hamid Ali Naqeebi was trained not only in vocal techniques but also in understanding the philosophy that lies at the heart of qawwali.