Sham Maskari

Hisham Al Maskari, known professionally as Sham Maskari, is an Omani rapper, singer and songwriter. He is the first rapper from the Middle East to launch an English language album in the US.

Early life Maskari was born in Muscat, Oman. He is one of five children of an Omani father and British mother. Maskari's father, Hamood Al Maskari, is known as the first major nightclub DJ in Oman. releasing his second album 'Take Your Body Over' in Los Angeles in 2014. Throughout his career Maskari has performed with international artists including Akon, Ne-Yo, Sean Paul, Jay Sean, Shaggy, Omarion, and Lloyd.

Artistry Sham cites that he grew up listening to artists such as Michael Jackson, 2Pac, Biggie Smalls, R. Kelly, and Dr. Dre, all of whom later inspired his music. He describes his style as 'a mix of singing and rap' as well as 'soft RnB' and 'feel good music.'