Isam Bachiri is a singer, songwriter and artist who was one of the founders of the award-winning Danish hip-hop group Outlandish. They had a global hit, including a number 1 in Germany, with their cover of the song Aicha and one of their songs even featured on the video game FIFA 07.

We explore his Moroccan roots and his relationship with his father, who moved to Denmark in 1967 as an undocumented migrant We speak about Isam’s evolution from a shy introvert into a global superstar, and how he coped with the challenges of fame and celebrity whilst staying true to his faith.

He tells me about saying no to performing on Big Brother, turning down Netflix acting roles, how Hajj came at the right time for him, and his lifelong support for Palestine.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Parent’s journey from Morocco to Denmark
• The significance of preserving and celebrating our heritage
• Early childhood influences
• The formation of Outlandish
• 9/11, Hajj and the timing of the song Aicha’s success
• Palestine and silence of some artists
• Entertainment industry and pressure to sacrifice your morals
• The end of Outlandish after 20 years. Advice on collaborating with friends
• Sacrifice
• Mental health. Navigating tough times
• Legacy and future projects

#outlandish #aicha #isamb

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Aicha (Video) https://youtu.be/f0nFTdKlKLw

Look Into My Eyes - Palestine (Video) https://youtu.be/DkwxMYiyd_M

Celebrating Ramadan (Video) https://youtu.be/ubiNIqIxmJM

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Book: Fædreland / Fatherland by Isam B and Tarek Omar

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