- Palestinian-Jordanian Singer-Songwriter Set to Launch “Awda Tour” in London on September 1
DUBAI: Palestinian-Jordanian singer-songwriter Zeyne has concluded her series of surprise summer performances with an appearance at the Lowlands Festival in Biddinghuizen, Netherlands, on August 21, marking the final stop in a special run of intimate shows ahead of her first European headline tour.
Following the performance, Zeyne took to Instagram Stories to thank fans for their support, expressing her appreciation for the warm reception she received throughout the summer.
The intimate performances gave audiences an early opportunity to experience Zeyne live before she embarks on her highly anticipated “Awda Tour,” which officially begins on September 1 at KOKO in London.
Zeyne announced the additional summer dates in July, describing the performances as a special series ahead of her biggest international tour to date. The shows followed appearances at several major European festivals, including Jazzablanca in Morocco, the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, Gurtenfestival in Bern and London’s Mahrajan Festival.
“Awda Tour” to Take Zeyne Across Europe
Following her London opening night, Zeyne will continue the European leg of the “Awda Tour” with performances in Dublin, Brussels, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Milan, Barcelona and Istanbul, concluding the run on September 18.
The tour will showcase her distinctive blend of contemporary R&B, alternative pop and Arabic musical influences, a sound that has helped her establish a growing international following.
Zeyne’s music frequently explores themes of identity, belonging, heritage and self-discovery, while drawing deeply from her Palestinian-Jordanian background.
Her debut album, “AWDA,” released in 2025, further cemented her artistic identity and highlighted her connection to her cultural heritage.
Speaking to Hia magazine previously, Zeyne emphasized the importance of incorporating traditional elements into her music authentically and respectfully.
“My team and I are careful to treat heritage with respect, not as something we stick on from the outside,” she said. “When dabke — or any traditional element — shows up in my work, it’s because it’s part of my story.”
“Hilwa” Highlights Generational Connection
Zeyne has also recently attracted attention with her latest single, “Hilwa,” released in July.
The song’s artwork, photographed by Zaid Allozi, features three women connected through their braided hair, representing three generations.
Speaking to Arab News following the release, Zeyne explained that the image represents herself, her mother and her grandmother, linked by a single continuous braid.
She described the braid as a symbol of inheritance, strength and the enduring love passed from one generation to the next, reflecting the deeper themes of family, heritage and identity that continue to shape her artistic journey.
BY: The Times Union
