A trilingual singer-rapper with a unique story, Saint Levant transcends the boundaries between poetry, commitment and introspection. Monday, at the Ancienne Belgique in Brussels, the 24-year-old artist delivered a vibrant tribute to Gaza, his native land, mixing intimate memories and political advocacy.
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Par Candice BussoliPublished on 11/19/2024 at 1:04 p.m.
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JI hear the sound of bombs in my sleep. But I have never heard the sound of defeat in my life. Because we are a nation of displaced dreamers,” sings, in perfect English, the artist Saint Levant as he arrives on stage. While his iconic white tank top remained in his closet, the young artist captivated the crowd where there were numerous keffiyehs and Palestinian flags. A few minutes before the rapper’s appearance, the audience shouted: “Free free Palestine” in unison. Three words that will come back throughout the evening.
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