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Nooriyah
Nooriyah by Hanifah Mohammad
Background information
Birth nameNooriyah Qais
BornSaudi Arabia
GenresElectronic dance music, House, Hip hop, Arabic Music
Occupation(s)DJ, Producer, Radio Host, Filmmaker
Years active2017–present
Websitenooriyah.com

Nooriyah Qais, known professionally as Nooriyah, is a Saudi-born DJ, producer, radio host, and filmmaker now based in London, United Kingdom. She is recognized for her efforts in promoting and integrating Middle Eastern and North African (SWANA) music into the global dance music scene.

Early Life

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Nooriyah was born in Saudi Arabia, spent part of her childhood in Japan, and has been living in London for over a decade. Her multicultural background significantly influences her musical selections and style, blending her experiences from different cultural environments into her work.[1][2]

Career

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DJ and Producer

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Nooriyah has become a prominent figure in dance music, known for her unique mixing of Arabic, hip-hop, trap, Brazilian funk, and other global sounds. She founded the event series "Middle of Nowhere" in London, focusing on SWANA music and culture. Her debut at Boiler Room in November 2022 was particularly noted, where she performed with her father playing the oud, showcasing traditional music alongside her DJ set, which has since gathered over 5 million views on YouTube.[3]

Nooriyah has performed at various high-profile venues and festivals, including: Glastonbury in 2023,[4] Nitsa in Barcelona,[5] KOKO in London, where she sold out her headline show in 2023,[6] Jazz Cafe and Colour Factory in London.[7][8]

Radio and Media

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Nooriyah began her journey in the UK music scene through community radio, starting as a voiceover artist and later gaining residencies at Foundation FM and Plus 1 Radio, where she focused on SWANA sounds. Her work extends to being a features editor for Azeema, a magazine centered on women and nonbinary individuals from the region.[9]

Notable Achievements and Features

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  • Boiler Room Set: Her set at Boiler Room has been pivotal, highlighting her ability to blend traditional and modern music, garnering over 5 million views.[10]
  • DJ Mag Future Star: In 2024, she was named the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs Future Star, acknowledging her innovative approach to music.[11]
  • Mixmag Feature: Nooriyah was highlighted in Mixmag for her work in integrating SWANA music into dance music.[12]
  • New Lines Magazine: She discussed the influence of Arabic music in Western culture.[13]
  • SceneNoise: Nooriyah has been featured for her discussions on Arab identity in music.[14]

Discography

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Nooriyah is known for her live performances and mixes rather than studio releases. Here are some of her notable mixes available online:

  • Impact - A mix for Mixmag, showcasing her genre-spanning capabilities.[15]
  • Recognise: Nooriyah - A mix for DJ Mag, highlighting her innovative approach to music.[16]

References

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  1. ^ "UK-Based Bahraini DJ & Radio Host NOORIYAH on Arab Identity in Music". SceneNoise. 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  2. ^ "DJing in the Middle of Nowhere". afikra. 16 August 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2025. {{cite web}}: Text "Nooriyah Qais — afikra" ignored (help); Text "عفكرة" ignored (help)
  3. ^ "Nooriyah's culturally diverse DJ sets are enriching the future of dance music". Mixmag. 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  4. ^ "Line-up". Glastonbury Festivals. 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  5. ^ "Nitsa Club". Nitsa. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  6. ^ "KOKO London". KOKO. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  7. ^ "The Jazz Cafe". The Jazz Cafe. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  8. ^ "Colour Factory". Colour Factory. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  9. ^ "UK-Based Bahraini DJ & Radio Host NOORIYAH on Arab Identity in Music". SceneNoise. 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  10. ^ "Nooriyah". YouTube. 1 December 2022. Retrieved 6 January 2025. {{cite web}}: Text "Boiler Room London: Middle of Nowhere" ignored (help)
  11. ^ "Nooriyah is the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs 2024 Future Star winner". DJ Mag. 21 October 2024. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  12. ^ "Nooriyah's culturally diverse DJ sets are enriching the future of dance music". Mixmag. 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  13. ^ "Nooriyah Brings Arabic Music to the Dance Floor". New Lines Magazine. 13 September 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  14. ^ "UK-Based Bahraini DJ & Radio Host NOORIYAH on Arab Identity in Music". SceneNoise. 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  15. ^ Mixmag (2023). "Impact by Nooriyah". SoundCloud. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
  16. ^ DJ Mag (2023). "Recognise: Nooriyah". SoundCloud. Retrieved 6 January 2025.
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