Oddisee + Heno

Oddisee – born Amir Mohamed el Khalifa – is a Sudanese-American rapper, producer, and bandleader known for his precise lyrics, musical diversity, and socially conscious stance. Growing up between the USA and Sudan, his songs reflect themes such as identity, belonging, and social responsibility – always with clarity, depth, and authenticity. Musically, Oddisee combines hip-hop with jazz, soul, and funk, blending live instruments with beats and samples to create a sound that merges underground authenticity with global resonance. After achieving success with the group Diamond District, he established himself as a solo artist with albums like "People Hear What They See" (2012), "The Good Fight" (2015), and "The Iceberg" (2017). His current album "To What End" (2023) and the EPs "And Yet Still" (2024) and "En Route" (2025) continue his exploration of society, identity, and artistic growth. Oddisee regularly collaborates with artists such as Bilal, Freeway, Phonte, DJ Jazzy Jeff, and Talib Kweli, and his live performances are an experience: whether solo or with his band Good Compny, his shows are characterized by precision, energy, and a strong connection with the audience. In 2026, he will be touring as a support act for De La Soul and The Roots, but he will also be going on tour himself. With a career marked by independence, integrity, and consistency, Oddisee is one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary hip-hop – an artist who transforms reflection into rhythm and uses music as a universal language. In May 2026, there will be a "lecture" at Flex in Vienna and Rockhouse Salzburg...