Cairokee (Arabic: كايروكي) is an Egyptian rock band formed in Cairo in 2003. The band is widely known for its close association with the Egyptian Revolution of 2011 and for using music as a platform for political expression, social criticism, and youth identity. Over the years, Cairokee has become one of the most influential alternative bands in the Arab world, blending rock, reggae, electronic, and Arabic musical elements. The band was founded in 2003 by Amir Eid (lead vocalist) Read more on