Join us for a deeply personal interview with Brother Ali, a renowned hip hop artist and activist. In this episode, we explore Brother Ali's incredible journey: from growing up with albinism and being embraced by the black community, to converting to Islam at 15, and his outspoken stance on critical issues like Palestine that led to his marginalisation by influential powers.

- Early Life & Albinism: Brother Ali shares his experiences growing up with albinism and finding acceptance within the black community.

- Conversion to Islam: Hear about Brother Ali's spiritual journey and conversion to Islam at the age of 15.

- Advocacy & Cancel Culture: Discover how his advocacy for Palestine and other causes has impacted his career, leading to his "cancellation" by some in the industry.

- Entertainment Industry: From performing on Jimmy Fallon and Conan O’Brien to appearances at Glastonbury and Coachella, Brother Ali reflects on his changing career.

- Relocation to Istanbul: Brother Ali discusses his move to Istanbul and his reflections on America.

- Relationships with Legends: Insights into his connections with Yasiin Bey, Chuck D of Public Enemy, Rakim, KRS-One, and Dave Chappelle.

Brother Ali’s openness and honesty provide a unique look into the mainstream entertainment world and the challenges faced by Muslims. His story is one of resilience, faith, and unwavering commitment to truth.

#BrotherAli #HipHop #Islam

In this episode, we discuss:

• Relocating from USA to Istanbul
• Being authentic, challenges in my career
• Albinism. Black people taught me how to live life.
• My conversion to Islam - Part 1
• HipHop legends - KRS One, Chuck D
• My conversion to Islam - Part 2
• Music and Islam
• Entertainment Industry
• Albinism
• Fame and Celebrity: Dave Chappelle.
• How therapy has helped me
• Sacrifice
• My legacy
• Love and Service – New Album
• What to listen to me if you have never heard my music
• I want to help those who want to come to Islam

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- Brother Ali

https://www.instagram.com/brotheraliisblind/

https://www.facebook.com/brotherali

https://www.youtube.com/@BrotherAli_Travelers

- NEW ALBUM: Brother Ali's new album Love and Service - available on Spotify and other streaming platforms, as well as physical copies at https://www.brotherali.com/

- MUST-WATCH VIDEOS

The Collapse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0WACI8OJSI

Cadillac: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxZHHkBSQbo

- Support Independent Artists like Brother Ali, whose voices are often silenced. By supporting independent music, we ensure that important messages and diverse voices continue to be heard.

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Isam Bachiri is a singer, songwriter and artist who was one of the founders of the award-winning Danish hip-hop group Outlandish. They had a global hit, including a number 1 in Germany, with their cover of the song Aicha and one of their songs even featured on the video game FIFA 07.

We explore his Moroccan roots and his relationship with his father, who moved to Denmark in 1967 as an undocumented migrant We speak about Isam’s evolution from a shy introvert into a global superstar, and how he coped with the challenges of fame and celebrity whilst staying true to his faith.

He tells me about saying no to performing on Big Brother, turning down Netflix acting roles, how Hajj came at the right time for him, and his lifelong support for Palestine.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Parent’s journey from Morocco to Denmark
• The significance of preserving and celebrating our heritage
• Early childhood influences
• The formation of Outlandish
• 9/11, Hajj and the timing of the song Aicha’s success
• Palestine and silence of some artists
• Entertainment industry and pressure to sacrifice your morals
• The end of Outlandish after 20 years. Advice on collaborating with friends
• Sacrifice
• Mental health. Navigating tough times
• Legacy and future projects

#outlandish #aicha #isamb

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Aicha (Video) https://youtu.be/f0nFTdKlKLw

Look Into My Eyes - Palestine (Video) https://youtu.be/DkwxMYiyd_M

Celebrating Ramadan (Video) https://youtu.be/ubiNIqIxmJM

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/isamb_official/

Book: Fædreland / Fatherland by Isam B and Tarek Omar

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Azeem Muhammad is an American Muslim comedian celebrated for his role in the groundbreaking comedy tour, 'Allah Made Me Funny'.

Growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, Azeem talks candidly about growing up in difficult circumstances as an introverted young man who loved to read. His life was shaped by the rise of hip-hop and gangster rap. His attempt to become a drug dealer was short-lived due to the strong guiding presence of his mother.

Azeem’s life was turned around in an instant when he saw Louis Farrakhan on TV, leading him to join the Nation of Islam. From that point on, a journey of self-discovery and discipline unfolded, intertwined with his pursuit of comedy.

Azeem shares his experiences of providing entertainment to Western Muslims in the aftermath of 9/11, shedding light on the complexities of belonging and acceptance, particularly for Black Muslims within the broader Muslim community.

Join us as we delve into Azeem's story of resilience, transformation, and the power of laughter in navigating life's challenges.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Early life and childhood.
• Struggling to fit in as a child. Feelings of loneliness and abandonment
• Racism
• Gangster rap and hip-hop
• Gang culture
• Becoming a drug dealer
• Louis Farrakhan and conversion to Nation of Islam
• Becoming a Muslim
• Global comedy tour ‘Allah Made Me Funny’
• Showing Western Muslims how to laugh
• Sacrifices
• Balancing work and home life
• Legacy

#comedy #muslimcomedy #noi #nationofislam #farrakhan #AllahMadeMeFunny #islam #humour #muslim #racism #funny

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- Azeem Muhammad

https://azeemcomedy.com/

https://www.instagram.com/azeemcomedy/

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https://twitter.com/AzeemComedy

- Allah Made Me Funny

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allah_Made_Me_Funny

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