ABOUT

MzRizk – Lebanese-Australian DJ, broadcaster, event producer, and cultural curator – is a powerhouse shaping Melbourne’s dynamic music and arts scene. With a self-taught foundation and an innate talent for genre-fluid storytelling, her sound traverses house, disco, hip-hop, jazz, soul, and Arabic music. Renowned for her community-first ethos, she’s built a career amplifying marginalized voices, earning respect as one of Melbourne’s most versatile selectors and cultural visionaries.

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Her long-running radio show, Boogie Beat Suite on PBS 106.7FM, has been a staple of Melbourne’s community radio for seven years, delivering genre-blending sets with global influences. MzRizk’s distinct sound has graced stages at iconic festivals like Glastonbury, We Out Here, SOLE DXB, and landmark venues across Lebanon, the US, the UAE, and Croatia. As part of TarabeatXMzRizk, she seamlessly weaves live percussion and Arabic instrumentation into DJ performances, creating a powerful fusion of contemporary club sounds and classic Arabic melodies.

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MzRizk’s impact extends to digital platforms, with her appearance on My Analogue Journal drawing over 10,000 views, further cementing her global reach and reputation as a tastemaker.

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Beyond the decks, MzRizk is a trailblazing event producer and curator whose work champions MENA, SWANA, and LGBTQIA+ communities. She is the creative force behind Habibi Hafla, Art Souk, and other culturally immersive events that have become pillars of Melbourne’s artistic landscape. Her curatorial projects include sound design for Melbourne Out Loud: The Rennie Ellis Exhibition at the State Library of Victoria, the Kahlil Gibran exhibition at the Immigration Museum, and the Biennale of Sydney. Her role in the City of Melbourne’s New Year’s Eve celebrations—where she’s been a resident DJ for over five years and curated the 2020 fireworks soundtrack—further underscores her ability to bridge music, art, and community.

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A standout moment of her career was her contribution to the Biennale of Sydney, where she presented a tribute to her Lebanese heritage through a three-hour set blending contemporary and classic Arabic sounds. This installation, exhibited at the National Art School and Carriageworks, honored Lebanon’s musical legacy and its spirit of hospitality.

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MzRizk’s cultural influence was also highlighted in Diasporas: Resonance, a collaboration at Melbourne Museum. For this event, she curated a sensory experience featuring live Arabic music, a buffet of Levantine cuisine with Chef Tom Sarafian, and tea carts inspired by the street vendors of Tripoli, paying homage to Lebanese culture.

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Internationally, MzRizk has played legendary venues like KED and Tota in Beirut, Soul In The Horn and Mobile Mondays in New York, and Soundwave in Croatia. At home, she’s a fixture at Australia’s most celebrated festivals, including WOMADelaide, Laneway Festival, Strawberry Fields, and Golden Plains. Her performances have seen her share stages with music icons such as Chaka Khan, Nile Rodgers & Chic, Jill Scott, Public Enemy, Snarky Puppy, Yasiin Bey, and Maxwell.

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MzRizk’s events embody joy, diversity, and cultural fusion, creating inclusive spaces where communities unite through music and shared experiences. Whether curating transformative cultural showcases or advocating for social change, she’s an unstoppable force leaving an indelible mark on Melbourne and the global music scene. Her ever-evolving sound and steadfast dedication to underrepresented communities ensure her legacy will endure for generations.