Palestinian independent filmmaker, visual artist and musician based in Germany Hisham Zreiq has unveiled hi anti-war anthem “Wake Up (Expanded Edition),” released on March 10, 2026.
Purchase and Stream “Wake Up (Extended Edition)” via the Bandcamp player below:
“Wake Up” is an anti-war song that calls on people to open their eyes to the pain and destruction caused by war. It urges everyone to wake up, resist violence, and stand together to stop the killing and choose peace.
“Wake Up (Expanded Edition)” follows a growing body of work in which Zreiq has consistently refused artistic detachment, including previous singles such as “I Feel Helpless,” “Children’s Voices from Palestine,” “I Am Afraid, Mother,” and “Fighting the Sadness.” Across this catalog, a singular artistic voice emerges — one rooted in Palestinian identity, shaped by exile, and driven by the moral imperative to bear witness when the world looks away.
In a moment when art that speaks truth is more necessary than ever, Hisham Zreiq‘s voice deserves to be heard far beyond the underground.
Credits:
Gilad Atzmon / Clarinet and Bass Clarinet
Hisham Zreiq / Music and Lyrics
Hisham Zreiq / Art Cover