Kadim Al Sahir is one of the most respected artists in the Middle East. Throughout his career of over 30 years, the Iraqi singer/songwriter has sold over 100 million albums, and performed live to millions across the globe, holding the audience in the palm of his hands. The true pan Arab international multi-talented multi-award winning artist continues to romance the world with his music. He is known for a unique music style representing fusion of classical western music and Arabic music.
Kadim has gained numerous artistic awards including the much respected BBC Radio 3 World Music Awards for Best Middle Eastern/North African Artist and Audience Award, Jordan Awards for The Best Arabic Artist, & Murex d’or for Lifetime Achievement Legend Award. His song Ana Wa Leila is the only Arabic song listed and ranks 6th among the ten best songs in the world on BBC. He has performed at the prestigious MGM Grand in Las Vegas, USA, Royal Albert Hall in London, UK, Circus Maximus in Rome, Italy, and Beiteddine & Byblos in Lebanon. Kadim has also been a coach on MBC The Voice and MBC The Voice Kids talent shows and is currently the UNICEF Regional Ambassador for the Middle East and North Africa.
We are lucky to have him visit our shores once again for the final performance of his 2016 world tour, so make sure you don't miss the biggest NZ Arabic music event to date.
