• Lines of Faith is a unique collaboration put together by Mohammed Yahya and Danny Raphael.
• Both artists are committed practitioners of their respective religions – Mohammed is a Muslim and Daniel is Jewish.
• The band also consists of AshleySayed Abd El Gawad (bass), The Tzadik (vocals & clarinet), James 'Ras' Shephard (guitar) and Karim Nashar (drums).
• Lines of Faith is a fusion of Islamic and Jewish ideas, words and music with jazz, blues, reggae, funk and hip hop.
• Both Daniel and Mohammed are also youth-workers and creative educators who have been involved in community work for many years, and also offer creative workshops for young people involving poetry and rap.
• Lines of Faith carry a strong Universalist message of peace and unity which appeals as much to those of other and no faiths as to devout Muslims and Jews.
• Lines of Faith is a project focused on bringing the ancient traditions of both peoples alive in a way that highlights the common ground of the two communities as well as all humanity – something that seems very necessary in the current climate!
• As well as playing festivals across the UK and overseas, Lines of Faith are committed to performing at as many campuses as possible to promote their much-needed message of peace and unity.
• Mohammed and Daniel enjoy running rap/poetry workshops in schools, community centres and camps for young people - please contact us for more info on linesoffaith@gmail.com.
• Finally, big love and appreciation to to Tony Ishola from Platform Magazine for all our lovely pics!
The dream album is coming! Over 40 amazing artists! The album of the year is almost here!
Check out this promo video with the amazing rappers A.K.-S.W.I.F.T. and Michael Ameer, and the young and talented singer, from the final of German Idol 2009, Michelle Bowers!
All Praise to the One who works for betterment of humanity Peace is not just a word from a dictionary Maybe never having seen it might be why To me peace means a loving feeling inside Which many really don’t know how to find Living empty desires instead might be why .
It did not use to bother me much before Hearing brothers, sister and parents gone, Homes, schools and offices being torn down, Seeing countries being shredded & destroyed All the blood of unarmed civilians spilled
I didn’t care who or if people went to war I didn’t see why people struggled in Palestine I didn’t see why they contested for this Kashmir I didn’t understand how Lebanon could unite To stand against heavy odds from a cruel neighbor
I didn’t see the reason for conflict in Chechnya I didn’t get how ‘free’ Iraq did not embrace us I didn’t try to figure out Afghanistan & its tribes I didn’t care because of our differences But now I realize their conditions….
Innocent suffered daily & lived in fear, so They fought to achieve PEACE They fought to achieve JUSTICE They fought just so can live FREE And now, so do I
It’s our duty to care and help those in need, Luv Peace
Like I was saying, we, the world, need more of this and less of the other, wars, strife, death and conflict. Let the power of the universal language of music join us in communication, mutual help, life and peace. Thank you for doing what you're doing, thank you!
Lets help break the chains of the oppressed so we all can be our best
Oh the Lord most high created us in special way and ordered creation to obey Humanity is given free will to discover, learn, and decide with a wonderful mind We are not clones but individuals with our own features & paths to the right way To the ONE who created man & woman be light, tan or dark; all part of mankind Seek the truth that is plain to open the heart from the pain and be not of the vain
O Blessed Orphan of Mecca,
Yours was a splendid birth,
One whose light shone thru the universe.
You grew up blessed with a heart,
That hearkens to the low and oppressed,
You are a true hanif,
In which love and mercy were not suppressed.
Al-Amin, you were known to be,
True to your bond for all posterity,
You are a beacon of light
You are a wonderful sight.
You grew disenchanted with the ways of your peers,
You hated their lewdness, debauchery and their seers,
Your heart sought peace in that blessed cave,
From which, all humanity you could save.
Your true love she was,
She who stood by you when you were in fear,
She will forever be the woman,
You hold so dear.
You spread your creed thru your deeds,
You hated the sword,
Yours was a hand of friendship,
That extended to all, big or small.
Your life was an open book,
A guide for us to follow,
You were our living Quran,
Showing us a better morrow.
You delivered us out of our own ignorance,
You were a great exemplar of true forbearance.
God choose you as a vessel of truth,
From which sprung out the ideal youth.
O Blessed Orphan of Mecca,
Eternity will bear witness to your name,
As every true Mu'min will never cease to spread your fame.
hey guys love the music Im sure we done a gigf together Im still here but still shy
anymore line up let me know P.s I like the new version of My soul yearns for the unity feel like the passion I would put in....Hmmmmm! keep the great message of unification comming one wish one world one life bare love with a bear hug
It’s that time of the month again where we unite to be inspired, uplifted and educated through Muzik. 5th February And as always we have a great Line up for you so this is one not to be missed. Artist this month are: Manage and Kingpin with DJ Snuff: UK Hip Hop Veterans from the Speakers Corner camp www. myspace. com/kingpinmc / www. myspace. com/manage Ottoman Empire Soundsystem: This is a four piece Muslim Reggae, Salsa and Hip Hop Band All the way from GERMANY www. myspace. com/ottomanempiresoundsystem Mandisa: Phenomenal songstress from the Organics Collective promoting her upcoming EP www. myspace. com/mandisadon J.Kas: Conscious Hip Hop artist from Sheffieldwww. myspace. com/theinfallibles DJ Jnr Sas will be back from his trip to Barbados and We are honoured to have guest DJ Snuff DOORS OPEN @ 7pm FILM SCREENING @ 7:30PM SHARP (More details to be announced) OPEN MIC BEGINS @ 8:30pm VENUE: Inn on the Green, 3-5 Thorpe Close, Ladbroke Grove ,Entry: £5 all night
2009 is upon us and we invite you all to join us on January 8th for the Rebel Muzik New Year Special - a night of insightful Hip Hop, provocative Spoken Word and uplifting soul. Rebel Muzik represents a movement of Artistic Activism where we encourage the use of art to articulate the plight of the underrepresented and for this reason 20% of all Door Proceeds will be donated to Islamic Relief in order for them to continue providing Medical supplies for our Brothers and Sisters in Gaza (Palestine). This month as always the line-up is super fresh with fantastic performances from some of UK's finest artists , POETIC PILGRIMAGE (The Hijaabi Hip Hop Duo performing with their live band for the 1st time) www. myspace. com/poeticpilgrimage M9 (from Triple Darkness) (UK Hip Hop's answer to Nas - Album Launch) www. myspace. com/m9ine SAUL ABRAHAM ( One of Sweden's most renowned underground Rappers)www. myspace. com/saulabraham DOOM-MAN (Conscious Grime M.C) www. myspace. com/doommanonline
RACHEL ROSE REID (Poetry and Story telling from around the world)
peace and blessings of god b with you hope your cool and all is well just wanted your opinion on some music if its ok either way take care 1 love all the best Abdul Raheem aka SirBoss - oxford
This month line-up is super fresh with 3 album launches M9 (from Triple Darkness) (UK Hip Hop's answer to Nas - Album Launch) REAIN (Jump Off Freestyle Champion - Album Launch) QUEST RAH (Nomadic Wordsmith - Album Launch) SELINA Campbell (Melodic Songbird)
Special Performance by The Life of this World Collective (including Muslim Belal) performing their popular track "One Ummah"
And Rebel Muzik residents Masikah and Mohammed Yahya
Also an energetic BEAT BOXING BATTLE between AZEEM and BLASTKHORPS Not forgetting tunes from World Famous DJ KMT
OPEN MIC BEGINS @ 8:30pm / OPEN MIC BEGINS @ 8:30pm / OPEN MIC BEGINS @ 8:30pm We will also be screening a documentary called ‘Art and Islam:
Always be proud to have been shown the road to success and true peace that starts within our hearts, shown in our daily lives, and expands to the communities we share our existence with
In the name of the All Merciful All Forgiving GOD
Those who reject the divine message I will not follow you to the path astray Or will you find the guidance to peace I will not be swayed to leave the right path And you will not accept the light of peace To each be his own chosen way in this life
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