Kazdoura (Syria/Lebanon/Canada)

Kazdoura is a duo formed in Toronto by Syrian vocalist Leen Hamo and Lebanese multi-instrumentalist John Abou Chacra. Their name, meaning “a stroll” in Levantine Arabic, reflects a musical universe at the intersection of Arabic tradition, psychedelia, funk, and soul.

Their debut album Ghoyoum surpassed one million streams and earned major recognition in Canada, including the 2026 JUNO Award for Global Music Album of the Year and the Canadian Folk Music Award for Global Roots Album of the Year.

Kazdoura has performed in Canada, the UK, and Egypt, and appeared at international showcases such as WOMEX, Mundial Montréal, and APAP, while currently working on their second album.