Hamza Boualem

Biography

Hamza Mohammed Boualem, also known as Hamza Blm (born February 14, 2002) is an Algerian musician, guitarist and singer, known for blending modern and classic influences. A self-taught guitarist since late 2020, he draws inspiration from a diverse range of musical styles, particularly 80s and 90s Algerian raï and Briti-rock. His musical influences include Algerian artists Ahmed Zergui and Cheb Akkal, as well as British bands Oasis and Coldplay. He is also the host of B9 Podcast, alongside Houari Lamdar and Nouri Bouab. The podcast explores a variety of subjects, including society, cinema, culture and everyday topics.