Belgian producers Samm and Ajna team up on a phenomenal reimagining of Hakim’s vibrant 'Ah Ya Albi'

Friday, June 7, 2024 – Belgian DJ and producer Samm is rapidly emerging as one of the most captivating artists in the electronic music scene. Known for his warm and feel-good blend of melodic techno and afro house with a touch of soul, Samm has garnered support from industry heavyweights like Adriatique, CamelPhat, and Keinemusik. His performances at renowned festivals, including Tomorrowland, have cemented his reputation for delivering unforgettable sets. Here he teams up with Ajna for a club-ready edit of Hakim’s 'Ah Ya Albi'.

Listen to Hakim - Ah Ya Albi (Ajna & Samm Edit) right here.

Ajna has simply burst into the house and techno scene. His passion for bringing people together and creating unforgettable experiences ignited his love for electronic music. His sets feature a mix of afro house and melodic house/techno tunes, building up to an emotional journey.

Together they have crafted an uplifting, afro-house leaning club edit of 'Ah Ya Albi', preserving much of the traditional elements of the original while making it punchy enough for modern dancefloors.

Born in Maghagha, a small town in Minya, Egypt, in 1962, Hakim grew up surrounded by the sound of Sha’bi. Influenced by some of the great Sha’bi singers, Hakim practiced Mawals, the vocal improvisations which begin a song, and which have become his trademark over the years.

The original song 'Ah Ya Albi' is a vibrant collaboration between Egyptian singer Hakim and Puerto Rican artist Olga Tañón. The title translates to 'Oh My Heart' in English, and the lyrics are a mix of Arabic and Spanish, reflecting the blend of cultures and musical styles. The song speaks of longing, regret, and the desire for reconciliation after a separation caused by misunderstandings.

The Arabic parts of the song, sung by Hakim, express the pain of love and the wounds that come with it. The song also touches on themes of cultural identity and the struggle of love across distances.

About Samm
​Belgian producer on the rise, Samm, has continued to capture the attention of those that matter with his stylish and unique approach to his artistry. Showing an innate passion from a young age, he first began learning instrumentation when he was 12, before the sound of the electronic dance music drew in his interest at 16 – and despite not being able to attend club nights at this age his interest piqued, an innate calling revealed itself, creating something magnetic. Initially experimenting with various methods, hardware and DAW’s, his dedication and talent quickly gained momentum, drawing in his inspiration from renowned producers and DJ’s, his own talent soon stood him head and shoulders above many...

Developing a distinctive style characterized by infectious beats, seamless transitions and melodic and deep workings, his original productions have already caught the eyes of epic names including musical don Solomun with what many tipped as their track-of-the-year, ‘Does It Matter’. Blending seamlessly together afro-house and indoctrinating melodic strains of dance music, he has also received support from names incuding Adriatique, CamelPhat, Keinemusik, Themba and many more. With the birth of Magnifik, his new record label and community in collaboration with his fellow music lover Ajna, Samm is surely on his way to become one of today’s most sought-after DJ/ producers.

Samm’s music transcends borders, captivating audiences around the world. He has embarked on tours across Europe, Asia, and beyond, sharing his passion for music with diverse audiences, as he also hosted his own ‘Magnifik ’ stage at Extrema Outdoor and with debut performances at Tomorrowland - sharing the Atmosphere stage with Black Coffee and Dixon to name just two, he has constantly been recieving widespread acclaim across the industry.

Poised with a slew of new releases and live dates that will send him on a constellation of dot-to-dot dates across the globe, things are only just getting started for Samm, the name on everybody’s lips...

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