Ronin is an artist whose dedication to his craft and integrity has established him as one of the leading lights in the region, while mainly being a Beirut regular. Having made a name for himself in early 2000s as one half of dynamic duo Ronin & Nesta, he has achieved a level of quality and discipline in the craft that is unsurpassed.

Over the last 2 decades, he has built his reputation among House music lovers, comfortably sitting between modern and old school sounds, keeping things warm, emotive and stripped back on the dancefloor, with a bag full of grooves and smiles…

His combined 15 years of club and radio residencies, namely at The Basement Beirut, NRJ, Mix FM, überhaus, The Garten, The Grand Factory, CLOSR and now at The Ballroom Blitz, have allowed him to master the fine art of long warm-ups, peak times and after-hours, and play alongside a wide spectrum of the most vibrant artists, including the likes of Sonja Moonear, Binh, Apollonia, tINI and Ben UFO, but also more classical staples like Mike Huckaby, Kenny Dope and Derrick May.

As a DJ, promoter, booker and entrepreneur, he still finds the time - under one hat or another - to be a speaker at ADE, a guest artist at the Red Bull Music Academy, record a Boiler Room, run creative agency ANDCO, and tour every major city in Europe and the Middle-East — playing at both small intimate rooms and big scale shows, from regional Circoloco, Half Baked and secretsundaze to Off Week Barcelona, Creamfields, Groove on The Grass, Snoopy Beats and Sandance Festival.

He is currently the resident and booker at The Ballroom Blitz in Beirut - which he holds dear to his heart - runs 13-year-strong festival FLOAT, pushing all-star local line ups in his home country, as well as newly formed collective somewhere… in Beirut, Paris and Dubai, showcasing a fresh and modern take on House music, with funk & electro infused sounds.

What’s for sure is that Ronin has maintained his excitement, consistency and dedication all along, enjoying himself and sharing a lot with friends and people around him! His best way to put an everlasting smile on everyone’s face.

Management & Bookings: Hot Axis - james@hotaxis.net

Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are. - Marilyn Monroe,

Music has been, and continues to be, the thread binding RICHA’s past, present, and future as an artist. Growing up in a family that recognized his innate musicality, he was encouraged to learn the piano, guitar, and even the violin. However, none of these instruments resonated with him as much as the drums did. Experimenting with beats and kicks, the drums drew him closer to electronic music (and far, far away from his neighbors’ approval). Inspired by luminaries like Daft Punk, RICHA dedicated much of his time to experimenting with electronic music.

Landing residencies at some of the most prestigious venues in the region, he honed his craft, pushing his boundaries, and learning to communicate with diverse audiences through hot cues and a carefully curated selection each time. His refined taste and crowd-reading skills propelled him to some of the world’s hottest stages, from Paris Fashion Week to Vogue Arabia, making him the perfect face for Moët et Chandon. Growing his name and following, he has shared the stage with household names like Black Coffee, Adam Port, and John Legend.

Europe + ROW: bookings@mashrikmusic.com
NA/SA: zoozoo.management@gmail.com

Bio:

Beirut's blend of Western and Arabic music styles has established it as a global cultural hub. Michael, known as “Mashrik," moved from Lebanon to the U.S. in 2015. He began music theory studies at the age of 12, mastering electric guitar and flute. Influenced by electronic music and inspired by New York City's diverse cultural scene, he became a DJ/music producer, infusing his work with his Middle Eastern heritage.

Anticipate Mashrik's sound to be distinct and unconventional, incorporating world music elements in his performances. His music is characterized by its melodic richness, groovy rhythms, and energetic beats, creating a vibrant and engaging dancing and listening experience.
 
He’s been on the go touring different cities across the world every other week, and playing international festivals in countries such as Argentina, Bali, Brazil, Bolivia, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dubai, Egypt, El Salvador, France, Greece, Guatemala, Italy, Lebanon, Mexico, Portugal, Saint Martin, Spain, Turkey, and more.…

L.A/ Washington D.C/ Paris/ Dubai/ BEIRUT/ Switzerland
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