Issam Krimi

Born in Aubervilliers, Issam Krimi grew up in Stains and studied piano at conservatories before moving through jazz, classical music and hip-hop. A pianist, composer and producer, he has worked with French rap names such as MC Solaar, IAM, Oxmo Puccino and Soprano.

In 2016, he created Hip Hop Symphonique, a project that brings rap artists together with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, and remains its artistic and musical director.