Hamdan Muhammad: I am an extension of the artistic family founded by my grandfather

From the first moment of his successful appearance with his brother on the show “X Factor” on Dubai TV, the young Emirati Hamdan Mohammed caught everyone’s attention with his great talent and skillful acting, which reflects the Emirati artistic experience worth discussing. It highlights the outstanding role of their father in guiding their career path. Hamdan and his brother Nasser were both gifted with the ability to compose and compose music, voice and amazing artistic presence as they rose to stardom.

Art family

At the start of his conversation with Emirates Today, Hamdan Muhammad mentioned his father’s huge role in discovering his talent from the age of eight, while his brother Nasser was a year ahead of him in achieving the same talent. And he added: “My father has a long history in the arts.” And music, especially my grandfather, may God have mercy on him, was a well-known name and active in the field of Emirati traditional arts. Diving days like Al-Ayala, Al-Yawla and Al-Rasfa. I am proud to belong to the artistic family that was founded by my grandfather and that my father tried to continue and expand through practice. My brother Nasser and I were at the origin of these arts. Musicians in their various schools and colors.” Hamdan continued: “During this experience, I was inspired by authentic Gulf voices and loved the songs of the stars. In addition to the voices of Gulf singing stars such as Hussein Al Jasmi, Ahlam, Abdul Majeed Abdullah and others of the beautiful era, such as the late Bahrain singer Ali Bahr and the legendary Abdul Karim Abdul Qadr.” ».

Before discovering the secrets of this stringed instrument and the magic of its various tones, Hamden confirms that his father tried to teach him the basics of playing the guitar, down to the organ, trying to create unique musical passages: “Playing these two instruments helped to improve my singing experience and practice in singing.” Introducing music systems and getting to know them in a more professional manner opened the door wide for me to try composing some of the songs I posted.My brother’s clear public success on our YouTube site was an added motivation to continue on this path.

Doors to stardom

Regarding the circumstances of his participation, “breaking the barrier of fear in the face of a great responsibility, which is to represent our country, the Emirates, in front of a group of the most beautiful Arab voices, on the one hand, and success on the other hand, the fear of experience when we were the youngest participants in the show,” adding: “When Nasser and I entered the stage, We started singing the clip of the song (“I Lost You” Hussain Al Jazmi) and I turned my gaze to the left side of the stage where my father sat, eager to draw courage, strength and determination from him.

Despite the difficulty of following the journey of the show alone after his brother withdrew from the competition, Hamdan continued to emphasize his insistence on impressing the jury and the audience: “I will present many more surprises in this beautiful art competition. I hope to reach its final stage and be crowned with victory. Then “make new friendships and meet many prominent Arab art stars such as Abdullah Al-Ruwaish, Angham and Ragheb Alama.”

Teachers are parents

Hamdan’s father told Emirates Today: “He was keen to nurture and support the talent of Hamdan and his brother Nasser,” adding that he was interested in their growing talent over time and imparting the right artistic knowledge to them. , without neglecting the importance of pursuing their scientific and academic achievements, “I do not mind starting their careers in the arts in the future. On the contrary, I encourage them to do so after completing their studies. Regarding their participation (Th. He is well versed in musical genres, and he ” “A unique performer,” he added: “What is not known to the public is that Hamdan and Nasser are good at singing in Arabic, English and Hindi. In several Arabic dialects like Moroccan, Yemeni and Egyptian, this adds a lot to their artistry.

• “My brother Nasser and I felt a great responsibility to represent the country of the Emirates in front of a group of the most beautiful Arab voices.”

• “I turned my gaze to the left side of the dais where my father sat, seeking strength and assurance from him.”

Father of Hamdan and Nasser:

• During training, I asked him to sing the competition song 100 times.

4 songs

Before participating in the “X Factor” program, both Hamdan and Nasser presented a group of songs that resonated well with the audience on their joint account on the “YouTube” site. Hamdan said: “We had four songs, of which the first song was composed by the poet Basil Al-Shatti and the composer Al Mous (Longing) and the song (Empty Speech), composed by my brother Nasser and Basil Al-Shatti’s lyrics. As for the third song (Firouz) , composed and sung by my brother Nasser on my father’s birthday, while I was unique in the melody and lyrics by rendering the song.

A nice surprise for the audience

Hamdan and Nasser’s father revealed some of the secrets of their participation in the “X Factor” show on Dubai TV to “Emarat Al-Youm”: “A week before recording the episode, and as part of my wish. Excellence in performance and artistic sensibilities, I asked Hamdan and Nasser to practice.” Also hold a song contest

“Himself 100 times, to make sure they give their best.” With pride and pride in their experience, he added: “The long hours of continuous practice, I believe, clearly reflected in front of the audience and the jury members, and this will be seen by all in the coming episodes. Hamdan presents artistic choices that further highlight his vocal and acting skills,” said Father. He revealed the song. A new Hindi language film will soon see the light of day as a beautiful artistic surprise for the audience.