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Ibrahim al-Qashoush

إبراهيم القاشوش

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Ibrahim al-Qashoush: The Singer of the Revolution

A firefighter who became the most recognizable voice of Syria's 2011 uprising. Ibrahim al-Qashoush composed and performed protest songs that filled Hama's central squares during massive demonstrations. His body was found in the Orontes River on July 29, 2011 — with his vocal cords ripped out. The act was a message. His songs outlived him.

Biography

Ibrahim Qashoush was a Syrian protest singer active during the early stage of the Syrian revolution. Posthumously, international media ascribed him the role of a leading author and singer of protest songs in his home city.

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Key Facts

Born:1977

Place:Hama, Syria

Died:2011-07-04

Nationality:Syrian