Name: Cyber Witch
Occupation: Artist, music producer, sound engineer, DJ, curator
Nationality: Palestinian
Recent release: Cyber Witch is one of the artists on the new compilation BLVSH VA003: Illusion(s), available via BLVSH Berlin.

If you enjoyed this Cyber Witch interview and would like to know more about her music, visit her on Instagram, and bandcamp.



Many musicians I am talking to at the moment feel somewhat disillusioned about the impact, meaning, and value of their work. Feel free to vent some of your own frustrations and/or disappointments – as well, if possible, something that you recently experienced (or a thought that you had) that might give hope to other creatives.

It’s impossible not to feel disillusioned at times. The industry has turned music into a product, reducing artists to numbers and algorithms. It can be exhausting to navigate spaces where value is determined by engagement rather than the depth of expression.

However recently I hosted my EP release party with the Daraq crew and I was happy to see all those beautiful people coming together from all over the Holy Land to Yafa to celebrate my milestone after all the chaos we are experiencing.



While I was making my recent EP Sukoon in 2024, it was a very intense time not knowing what would happen tomorrow, dealing with grief and almost completely losing hope.

Everyone at the party was having fun and many people came to me encouraging me to keep going with my music, telling me that it gives them hope.

That in turn, gave me hope.

If, for a moment, we forget about streaming numbers, target audiences, social media followers, and sales - why are you drawn to sound and music as a creator and listener? What is it that you give and receive through it?

For me music is ritual and resilience, it's an extension of my soul and a form of expression beyond language.

As a creator I dive into music to process my emotions, to carve out moments of escapism and resistance. Sound has the power to transform and to heal. Through my music I offer a sanctuary where listeners can feel seen and challenged. In return I receive the alchemy of healing.

When someone shares that my music has moved them whether through comfort, empowerment or catharsis, that is the true measure of impact.

Take us through a day in your life, from a possible morning routine to your work, please, and how music and sound accompany you through it.

My days vary depending on the projects I'm working on. But music and sound accompany me through every moment. I try to maintain a healthy and stable routine especially since my work is diverse and fluid.

Mornings typically start slow. I wake up usually early, I make my coffee and spend a little time in silence letting my mind wake up naturally. If I'm working on music that day I'll begin by listening to tracks that inspire me or revisiting unfinished ideas. If not, I tend to play some alternative indie Arabic bands and artists from the mid-2010s whose sounds bring a sense of nostalgia and ease to my morning while I catch up on emails, redefine my schedule/tasks for the day or week and take care of personal errands.

Around noon I make time for exercise, whether it’s a walk or some movement to keep my body active. Maintaining a healthy routine is essential for me, especially since I spend long hours in the studio. It benefits me both physically and mentally.

Once I’ve taken care of everything outside the studio, I dedicate at least four to six hours to my work. This time is spent on production, DJ mixes, mastering services or tackling other artist-related tasks. Each studio session is different, depending on what needs to be done.

In the evening I wind down by listening to ambient or IDM, letting the textures and rhythms carry me into a more meditative state before the day ends. I like to finish the last hour of my day either watching a film (I'm a huge fan of cinema), a show or reading a book.

Of course, each day can be different depending on whether I'm away for a gig, attending social events or hanging out with friends. But these are the usual rhythms of my workdays.

What are some of the goals and ambitions you have for your music?

My goal is to create music that pushes boundaries, whether through sound design, style or genre. I'm working towards developing a clear signature sonic sound and while I'm not there yet, I’m embracing the process of trial and error to get closer to it.

I also want to collaborate more with like-minded artists, as I believe multiple perspectives on a project can create something truly unique.

Beyond just the music itself, I want to help build a stronger platform for Palestinian artists, supporting local collectives and creating opportunities for us to share our voices and connect with a wider audience.

What are some of the non-musical topics and causes you feel strongly about? Do you keep them separate from or try to connect them to your creative work?

I am deeply passionate about social justice, human rights and environmental sustainability. As a Palestinian woman in the arts I feel a profound responsibility to raise awareness for marginalized communities and advocate for a more inclusive world.

These causes are inseparable from my creative work. My music reflects the challenges of the world I live in while expressing the values I hold dear.
Through my platform I aim to amplify voices that often go unheard.

To me music is not just an art form it’s a tool for a better future.

How would our world be different if we paid less attention to looks and listened more instead?

If we paid less attention to appearances and focused more on listening, our world would be a much more compassionate and understanding place. By listening whether to others, to the environment or to our inner selves we would connect on a deeper level, free from the distractions of judgment based on surface-level impressions.

In music, true listening invites us to experience the emotions and stories behind the sounds. Imagine if we applied this mindset to the world at large we’d build greater empathy, forge meaningful connections and work together toward solutions that prioritize understanding over division.