I am an Arab-American of Yemeni descent. Born in Youngstown,Ohio , through my travels as a youngster, summers in Dearborn, Michigan.  (One of the largest Arab communities in America) Brought me closer to my roots personally and musically.
Friends from Oakland , California helped connect the 2 world’s. Mixing Arabic music with hip hop, R&B, and reggae. Raskidus was my reggae influence from Kingston, Jamaica. Kennedy Lofton and Roddy Bo brought the hip hop, R&B, and funk for the past 20 years.  They are from the Bay Area. Along the way I’ve collaborated with many people from all walks of life. Middle-East, Europe, Africa, as well as USA.  It is felt in my lyrics and music. I am a true believer that being authentic is a must. And music is universal and healing.

Hagage/A.J.