BIO
Raw and immediate, Zaid Tabani's music was born out of a mix of intense lyricism and powerful delivery. The Southern California native developed a relationship with rap music early on-- inspired by artists Tupac, Eminem, Mos Def, and Talib Kweli.
In 2010 Tabani's music was featured heavily in the EVO World Championship Finals, leading to a commercial with gaming giant Capcom. After a few years working heavily with the revitalized fighting game scene Tabani was accepted into Berklee College of Music as the 2nd person in history to every make it in on a rap audition.
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Press
"Last night I had the best theatrical experience of my life. I saw In The Heights, performed by students of the Berklee Music School."
"In this episode of Inside Berklee, Tabani talks about his journey as a rapper, and the peaks and valleys that led him to the release of his new record, Bos Angeles..."
"Zaid Tabani might be known for his career-ending diss, but now he’s fighting to end the partisan struggle within socially conscious music"
"Tabani manages to combine battle-ready flow, smart lyricism, and soulful hooks into a conscious, self-aware package."
"Superstar rap beefs have become empty publicity ploys, but this right here? This is what it sounds like when someone gets ethered."
"Zaid Tabani has been a person to watch out for at Berklee"
Yost Theater
Feat. Sean Kingston
Opened for Sean Kingston at the YOST THEATER in Santa Ana. 15 minute sent. Sold a large amount of tickets to the event through street promotion, and gained a 300+ email list from said promotion.
Berklee Hip Hop Symposium Featuring Talib Kweli
Berklee Performance Center
Performed with the J DILLA Ensemble to open for a conversation with Talib Kweli. Wrote and performed own original lyrics. Also served as a student ambassador to the event.
In the Heights
Berklee Performance Center
Performed as the lead-- “Usnavi”-- for “In The Heights” at Berklee College of Music, as well as performed the original “A Prayer” during the encore. Performance for the show sold out for all three days, one of which was added due to high demand. Show garnered a rave review on medium.com.
Berklee Storyteller's Showcase
David Friend Recital Hall
One of the 10 featured performers in the Berklee Storytellers showcase 2013. Performed the song “Parker”, and worked with faculty on presenting a strong presence at the event.
The Takeover
House Of Blues Foundation Room
Performed at “The Takeover”, an event run by Berklee Students, at the House of Blues Boston Foundation Room. Event almost reached capacity.
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House of Blues
Opened the show performing a self written collaboration with Jscott Martin entitled “Space Jam”, and closed the show with a verse on the popular track “MOTHAS”.
Berklee Hip Hop Showcase
Red Room Café 939
Performed with the J Dilla Ensemble and opened for the Narcysist. Wrote and performed original verses for the event.
Full Moon Zulu Event
Full Moon Restaurant
Performed at a large ZULU NATION event in coordination with the Boston Hip Hop alliance in Cambridge, MA. Opened for “Dinco D” and “Leaders of the New School”
Sony A&R Showcase
1140 BOYLSTON ST 1A
Performed for Adam Alpert, CEO of Disruptor Records, in a showcase presented by the Berklee A&R Club.
HOTMUSIC PRO—A Benefit for HiggNew World Leaders
Middle East in Cambridge, MA
One of the two featured performers in the Hotmusic Pro event benefit, thrown to help after school art programs for underprivileged youth in MA.
We Are Hip-Hop
Red Room at Cafe 939
Brought a 71 person+ crowd to show for an opening 25 minute set. Event was largely in coordination with the Boston Hip Hop alliance.
Berklee Singers Showcase
Berklee Performance Center
First Rapper in history to be featured in the Berklee Singers Showcase. Performed the song Risk to a large audience. Video of the song reached top of HipHopHeads subreddit.
The Red Room
Cafe 939
Featured in a performance and discussion featuring J Smooth and Swiss Chris. Performed the original song “Charlie”
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