@SceneNoise : What happens when two of the region’s nightlife trailblazers come together? Pure and utter carnage. In a unique, almost serendipitous moment at the International Music Summit Dubai, Ahmed Ganzoury, co-founder and CEO of Egypt-based GNK, and James Khoury, co-founder of Lebanon’s Hot Axis, came together at IMS Dubai to pull the curtain back on the nightlife scenes they’ve spent years pushing upward.
Their ever-so slightly unhinged conversation offers a rare look at the sharp-witted friction and banter-led chemistry that defines their bromantic dynamic, as the two reflect on the evolution of scenes that have grown into powerhouse industries, proving exactly why they stand as two of the undisputed heavyweights when it comes to curating and hosting top-notch nightlife experiences.
James Khoury of Hot Axis and Purple Wall breaks down booking fees in Lebanon during Market Focus: Lebanon at Beatport Presents IMS Dubai, unpacking the realities of booking fees in Beruit and the shifting dynamics influencing the country’s electronic scene.
Lets go @internationalmusicsummitdubai x @beatport !!
Representing @hot.axis to discuss our beloved Lebanese market alongside industry professionals and people i look up to.
See you soon Dubai ♥️
A reminder that behind the decks, the brands, and the big nights, it’s just us, figuring it out together. Enjoy a few outtakes from our shoot with @jameskhou and @roningrooves .
Behind every dance floor moment is a vision we believed in together. Meet the people who started it all, and the story of how Hot Axis came to life.
Meet us on Sunday September 7 for the first Hot Axis showcase at @soultbeach . Tickets in bio.
Track ID: The Clown’s Corridor - Brunello, Connan
Woke up today as a full-time artist and brand manager in the electronic music scene with my beloved @hot.axis !
It feels surreal and a bit daunting, but this has been a dream for a long time, and it’s finally come true. It wasn’t an easy decision given everything going on, but I’m so grateful for the support that i’m getting from my crew, friends, and most importantly my family.
I can’t wait to share what we have in store—stay tuned, big things are coming ✨
Stepping into this moment feels surreal! I’ve been going to festivals for over than 10 years now, and i never would have imagined to be part of a festival at this scale.
Thank you @aegisfestival_ for making our dreams come true, thank you everyone for all the amazing feedback, and remember: The dream wont stop no matter what ♥️ ✨
I don’t even know where to start..
From @emilehoukayem ‘s vision to a whole team’s perfect execution.
Reuniting with old friends and making a lot of new ones.
Legendary meetings and so many stories carved in our memories forever.
This was @aegisfestival_ 2023, thank you everyone for the amazing feedback..its a dream come true ♥️
