Sama' Abdulhadi: The Palestinian techno queen blasting around the globe

To celebrate Sama' Abdulhadi's monumental Boiler Room broadcast from Palestine reaching over 10 million views, we're releasing 'A Portrait of Sama' Abuldhadi - the Palestinian techno queen, blasting around the globe', a documentary first premiered on Boiler Room's 4:3 platform.
An emblematic artist of the Palestinian underground scene, Abuldhadi is one of the first DJs and electronic music producers to emerge from the region.
Jan Beddegenoodts is a director & documentary filmmaker with a background as a photographer. The last 10 years he has been creating films about resistance, rave and transformational festival culture and everything in between art and activism. His work zooms in on a micro-reality to bring urgent matters to a worldwide audience.
Produced by Cameltown
Producer: Jos de Putter
Director of Photography: Jan Beddegenoodts
Sound: Jan Beddegenoodts
Editor: Jan Beddegenoodts
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[@michelribbens8014]

My daughter is called Sama because of this amazing woman

[@ataelbizanti9998]

literally the baddest girl alive. I was never into techno and she made me fall hard through that boiler room set years ago. saw her live in London this year and she's the funniest, chillest, coolest person to ever exist. we talked non stop about the uni we went to and about her hectic schedule/life. I felt like I'm talking to just another average person and it kept hitting me every 10 minutes or so that I'm chilling with one of my idols. a night I will never forget I hope she's taking care of herself wherever she is

[@Wildcats1266]

Techno will always win. Love your sets, but take your rest seriously, Sama'. The world is better with people like you in it.

[@mikhaeljabroux3530]

Was thinking exactly the same thing! Rest in between sets! it s a marathon not a sprint ;-)

[@mikasasukasa4479]

That boiler room set is actually how I fell for her stuff. I'm so incredibly happy for all that's come her way since then, shit is truly amazing.

[@creakyjoints130]

Oh Sama, as a fellow Palestinian living abroad I can totally understand where you are coming from. Music does connect us to the west and helps people relate to us but it's just that this is only happening in the recent years thanks Ofc to people like you is unfortunate. We are like everybody we are related but this should have been realized sooner......

[@thesacredsavage]

I saw her at Movement this year, and I went to an afterparty with her, Nastia and Maceoplex at the Masonic Temple. While tripping nutsack. Truly a mind blowing experience, Sama is one of my favorite DJs, and I'm so glad I got to see her live. We love you, Sama! 🥰

[@tay2twimming]

I saw her at Movememt this year too....I love her energy!

[@peznino1]

What is nutsack?

[@VepLord]

@@peznino1 means tripping so hard

[@Omoroseangel]

😝 sounds like a blast ❤️‍🔥 Trippin ballzz

[@bigcraig79]

I was there too, it was amazing. Sama and maceo plex

[@zig_the_zag]

She is iconic, not only for her DJsets, but also for her will to overcome boarders and restrictions.

[@wavell14]

snowboarders are really difficult to overcome

[@zig_the_zag]

@@wavell14 that‘s right!

[@pharkasj]

but she couldn't defeat her own demons. she looks like a fentanyl addict :(

[@benzandpour]

@@wavell14u seen those two comedians in Southern California?

[@galizummar]

The simple fact that she made it this far coming from Palestine with the entire Israeli apartheid / occupation is truly ADMIRABLE . Mad respect SAMA. We love u

[@taylorsmith1619]

I cried through this whole video -- thank you for a magical production and thank you Sama for being the most badass woman !

[@lanycera]

Sama literally made me fall in love with techno again. It all became so dull, stale and same-y. Hoping to see her live someday & that she takes care of herself and has others who care about her, wherever she is right now 🥰

[@sweeetly]

She's right, it makes everyone relatable. If I want to know what's going on in the world I watch DJ's and the crowd they play for. Palestine, what an eye opener.

[@supreme1420]

I saw her for the first time at Coachella and I was really blown away how her style/sound set her apart from the rest of the techno Djs. One of my favorite sets from the day

[@CamilaCamaleon]

Total respect, an inspiration to all of us who come from conflict post conflict war zones. Love from Guatemaya

[@stfu6663]

israel is an apartheid

[@isabellacisneros2829]

When she says “Nicole Moudaber knows who i am” and to think that she has done not one but 2!!! B2B with her is quite amazing!

[@fernandoj9537]

I’m from Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 and I love you and your music. You are a big inspiration and most important I love the way that you dance. We are a tiny island in the Caribbean, in a certain way we are not that free as people think they are there. It’s not paradise, although we have beautiful beaches and mountains. Dominicana think that they are free but we live in a country of police abuse, corruption, authoritarian mentality and backward ideas about other people and so on. I guess we are not different of other countries with problems. I need to also say that we like music and to dance like many other countries, that’s it. Its very unsafe, you can't have your natural hair without people passing comment, it is very unequal for women and gay people and there is a lot of hate towards our neighbors Haiti. Be aware of the police if they catch you with illicit substances they are going to squeeze your wallet and blackmail you with all kind of stuff. If you're light skinned you're a whitey and less of a man but if you're black your life is worth nothing and they shoot you for petty crimes in the street. We are the only country in the world with the Bible in the middle of our flag 🇩🇴 this is the first country where the Spanish Christian landed, brought their slaves and this still runs deep through society. This is not Palestine, we don’t have walls (yet) but there are a lot of people in DR that want to build a wall across the island to separate us from Haiti. Im writing all this to let you know as your number 1 fan in the Dominican Republic that these people are inviting you there, you’re from a very alternative scene but they are not free and that society is the first to judge you the moment you are a little bit different.

[@ZedBanana8]

to my ear, to my spirit and ethos, Sama is the best techno artist. what a time to be alive!

[@levs4347]

That Palestinian BR set was outstanding. A new sound that is hard to forget once you've heard it. I've relistened that set tens of times.

[@saragreenback2250]

Two weeks ago I found out about Sama and fell in love with her vibe. Then last week I was at Boom festival dancing like crazy and I looked up - and she was the one DJing. Blew my mind. I danced to the fullest. Fucking love her.

[@yoannailieva8905]

Wow this woman... living art... real artist... her music is so authentic, awsome. I never heard of her so far. I'm a fan now

[@anthonysleiman5842]

Much love from Lebanon 🇱🇧 ❤️

[@3asba421]

She is such a vibe !!

[@yaboi5047]

Love and respect from Colorado USA. Stay safe and keep playing the music you love 👍

[@flazay_da]

Saw her do a 3 hour set. Best techno experience of my life so far

[@professionaldistortion]

Techno is a musical rebellion and Sama does it so well!

[@patricialauria754]

I just can't get enough of you. You are a real trooper. Your beat is just the best. Lots of love from Ireland 🇮🇪 💚

[@kriskasa6476]

WoW I remember seeing her boiler room set and from that moment a huger open in mentwoards her and her artistry. Back then there were only three clips of her performing, two of which were from her apartment. Now in 2023 I see that she grew alot since then and there are alotnof sets to enjoy. Sama I wish you all the best and for me you are the coolest, most unique DJ out there. Keep up with the hard work, the world loves you ❤

[@rubbergood]

I hope you are safe Sama..my heart hurts for you and your country.

[@heleneramos889]

Techno is like the beats of our heart...and I've seen how techno has healed an old lady near to a heart attack. Literally!

[@julihouser7468]

Techno and electronic music have been around since late 80s and early 90s, loved it in my teens and still love it in my 40s.

[@decosume]

Authenticity is what I feel when I hear you, when I see you!! the best vibes for Palestina!

[@octopappa5694]

First saw the boilerroom and was instantly a fan! So good! 🤑

[@peterlyngso3357]

so incredible. i love her. incredible edit too. very special

[@petertomasovszky136]

Holy cow. We need to know more, please make more films like this about her!

[@cristalreynosocastillo7440]

Come to Dominican republic "Where is that?" I am Dominican and I watched your show a lot times girl, Highly suggest you to go to DR, thank you for being the person that you are, you are an example to follow for millions of people all my respect for you! ❤️

[@joeyousef1808]

My all time favorite, can’t be more proud ❤️🌞

[@bagadonutz36]

Her boiler room set opened me to all sorts of new amazing music around the globe. I go back to that set at least once a month. “It takes work, it takes poise, it takes WORK!”

[@KeepItSample]

I discovered Sama thanks to her boiler room set. Still, learning more about an artist through these types of videos is really nice.

[@cntfiko6715]

She make me love Techno, every set is unique

[@leearokee]

Yes, the boiler room set is huuuge. I dream of seeing her live 🙌🏻

[@andrewunderwood1720]

Congratulations Sama you made it 👏🏻🔊🇵🇸

[@jonathaneffemey944]

Thanks so much' for posting

[@tefiiii143]

I remember watching this for the first time and I told myself I agree in what she’s saying that I just want to play music and dance there’s no other reason. Well, that changed my perspective in everything.

[@johnnymartin51381]

This music under the genre “Electronic” is going to live forever. Sama will go down as a creative artist who will have a great influence on the genre and culture as a whole. Enjoy the music. Much love from California

[@lostthedog]

This woman has quickly become my favourite DJ.

[@boabdilcau132]

I LOVE THIS GIRL !! VIVA PALESTINA LIBRE ✊🏽‼️🔥

[@markusosthoff5219]

Well deserved Sama -

[@matsumikoyamashi8095]

Sama, WE KNOW WHO YOU ARE, you are The DJ! It is not for them you stand behind the decks. Names does not matter, unless they decide about your carrier. You play for those who dance. And WE KNOW WHO YOU ARE! One Love from the united crowd✌️

[@chosenone599]

Sama, you’re so fascinating! Keep it up girl!

[@Cj-dn4nm]

Beautifully described the bright side and the dark side of an Artist’s life and what keeps the Artist going. Inspirational 🫶🏻

[@maximilianohernandezlopez3022]

You rock Sama and you deserve it 🤩❤️🕺love and respect from 🇨🇦

[@tahrikator1018]

such a beautiful diary and sincere narration!

[@user-mz8qd5rd9q]

Sama is truly an inspiration to all.

[@donnyc.5835]

Awesome interview 🔥🔥🔥

[@LiLaoda9]

She’s too awesome! Love her in a big way!

[@greggbrussels8369]

Total respect, great dj and true ambassador of techno

[@kerstinporten6977]

Unglaublich ♥️ Mir fehlen die Worte ⭐️ Ich habe so etwas authentisches seit Jahren nicht mehr gesehen und gefühlt ♥️

[@kerstinporten6977]

Gänsehaut ♥️

[@MadelineF-yj7hf]

She ist just incredible! Really love her style as a DJ!!! And I DEFINATELY can absolutely recommend to see her live!

[@adampowerg]

total respect, she deserves all the best

[@julesmo323]

Love you Sama! from Albuquerque, New Mexico

[@CARLOSTORRES-yp2ub]

Nice, awesome dj. Welcome to Medellin-Colombia this 3 December 2022. Resistance Medellin. 👏👏👏👏 ❤

[@joesoapjnr9455]

Come to South Africa Sama!!! We will luv u

[@alexroselle]

Drop Beats, not Bombs Free Palestine, thanks Sama for the music!

[@AngelTail]

yas! 🍉

[@SD-fx4sq]

Much love and more power to you, Sama !

[@jonijonatan2]

Te bailé cada vez que pude!!! Graacias Sama!!! Hasta la pista!!!

[@no.9961]

Found your existence in techno ... love you Sama xx

[@yanda7]

💗💗💗 Love her!!! That girl is fire!!!!!

[@neni_1312]

Let's hope we are still here for the next 10 20 30 years dancing and dreaming through your music 💥💥💥 May the wave last 🌊

[@davidM-is3fs]

Sama well done you. Wish having you here in Spain soon. You re great

[@jojokeavy2835]

Please Please Come to Ireland and play for Us 🎧 🇮🇪🎶🇵🇸🙌🙌

[@Charliezfabrykiczekolady]

SHE'S FANTASTIC 🖤🖤🖤

[@celestinjohannesbuche523]

I love her music. easily my fav DJ in the scene

[@cheeyew4190]

All the best in life ! Sis ! Ur the best ! From Malaysia 🇲🇾 !

[@shashu990]

this is so insanely inspiring

[@kabeer978]

She is so high while giving this interview, she is real & genuine. A big name in techno✌👍💯👌

[@Hannah-qq7uf]

high on what? Are you sure?

[@abe453]

One of the best DJs in the game right now!

[@LaurenOliviArt]

This is so cool!

[@dar1one610]

Keep on using music to destroy walls and unite people. Enjoy the wave. We are all the same. Great testimony and video. Much love. Ciao! :)

[@androJaab]

Much love from Amsterdam

[@GaraGambini]

The girl has done good ❤

[@althuman4099]

Yo, thank you for this

[@nocando89]

What is the last track? Also, I love the passion. Passion fuels techno.

[@paulz5807]

So inspired by this woman wow 😍

[@viniciosantos]

Your techno is 🔥

[@devangsomani6651]

She's the killer 🔥⚡ one of the most powerful skill she has to immerse crowd over her beats

[@dariusztlokinski4200]

Stay safe and be forever!!!! LOVE🖤🖤🖤

[@GorgonDrageil]

Sama' is awesome. Wow.

[@tiborvandekamp9791]

Hope you have find something If not you are welcome in the Netherlands... i have a free apartment and i am part of the ruigoord family amsterdam Techno psytrance village... let me know... we love your music!

[@Imus8]

I hope that you are taking care of yourself. My comfort TV show is Parks & Rec. Remember to TREAT YO' SELF. Thank you for the incredible talent you are sharing with the world. It's damn risky but so appreciated. Sending big hugs, love, respect and hope you get to eat your favourite food after a long journey.

[@supercombos6663]

I love her energy

[@weareundergroundfreak4980]

Beautiful and creative human 🔥

[@saadoriom]

Literally the coolest

[@tiffany_james]

LOVE THIS

[@gracie99999]

she’s awesome, think ive heard one of her sets in palestine youtube

[@wismina9777]

excuse me, you dropped this 👑 queen

[@jackaveryross]

Hoping to see her at ARC this year

[@matsumikoyamashi8095]

Thanks for that movie.

[@radientproductions9799]

Sama is a gift :)

[@damlakarkoc7105]

we love sama, long live palestine! palestine is immortal 🇵🇸

[@nahknasha]

more power ✨

[@edwardalternate2433]

All the love from syria 🇸🇾