“Sba9ni Wechka”: The Television Subversion of the 1616 Series
On April 16, 2021, the sonic experiment of Erkez Hiphop expanded onto national television screens. Released as Episode 2 of the groundbreaking “1616” series on Nessma TV, “Sba9ni Wechka” (سبقني و اشكى) represents a pivotal moment where the collective’s distinct fusion of traditional Tunisian heritage and hard-hitting rap completely redefined mainstream broadcasting spaces.
Performed by VIPA (operating under his handle zriguibow) and Tiga Blackna, the track serves as a fierce, lyrical dialogue layered over an organic, high-energy live arrangement. This performance showcases the collective’s commitment to treating hip-hop not as a transient trend, but as an evolving cultural milestone deeply rooted in local identity.
A Deep Intersect of Modern Rhythm and Traditional Folk
True to the core musical identity of Erkez Hiphop, the track bridges two distinct musical worlds through an authentic live instrumentation framework:
- The Traditional Core: The track relies heavily on the piercing, hypnotic melodies of the traditional Mezoued, masterfully executed by Montassar Jebali.
- The Modern Foundation: The driving, heavy groove is held down by an elite rhythm section featuring Youssef Soltana on drums (batterie) and Marwen Soltana on bass.
This powerful live session was captured visually by directors Med Ayed and Hamdi Jouni, who translated the raw energy of the studio floor into a cinematic television broadcast. The musical composition marks a powerful collaborative effort between Erkez Hiphop and Aytma Music, establishing a new benchmark for live performance production value in the region.
Complete Production & Technical Credits
- Project: Erkez Hiphop
- Track Title: Sba9ni Wechka (سبقني و اشكى)
- Series: 1616 Series (Episode 2) on Nessma TV
- Release Date: April 16, 2021
- Production: DEBO
- Co-Arrangement: Erkez Hiphop X Aytma Music
Lineup & Musicians
- Performers: VIPA & Tiga Blackna
- Mezoued: Montassar Jebali
- Drums (Batterie): Youssef Soltana
- Bass: Marwen Soltana
Visuals & Crew
- Video Directors: Med Ayed, Hamdi Jouni
- Special Thanks (Remerciements): Makrem Radhouani, Bahri Rahali, Amine Limame, Youssef Mars, Dali Tounsi
- Production Team Support: Douda, Bibi, Wistiti, Aisha, Helmi
