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Ilyas Mao

@ilyasacappella

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Vocal only producer.
I make music using just my voice and mouth.
CEO of Vocal Tunez

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Join Boonaa Mohammed, Ilyas Mao and Amin Davis for BOYZ IN THE CAVE, a unique live performance combining nasheed, comedy, film and theatre in a story inspired by Surah Al-Kahf.

After losing a major talent show in the ‘90s, two aspiring Muslim artists retreat to their studio, The Cave, only to wake up 30 years later in a world they barely recognise!

Funny, heartfelt and full of surprises, this family-friendly show explores faith, identity, friendship and the courage to follow your dreams.

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I lost my voice for six months. 😔
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Ilyas Mao shares the frightening period when a vocal injury left him barely able to perform, and the powerful realisation that came with it: that Allah is always in control.
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Full episode on YouTube, link in bio.
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#familyevents #familypodcast #IlyasMao #Tawakkul #nasheed

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Taking a step back in time to sand-swept Arabia, in a bustling city amidst a barren desert. 🏜️

Where an unlettered, orphaned shepherd would receive a Divine task, and go on to change the whole world! 🗺️

You’ve been told about Muhammad ﷺ’s life through lectures..
Now it’s time to experience it. ✨

Once Upon a Time in Makkah is not a lecture, it’s not a movie…

It’s a LIVE immersive production combining vivid storytelling, nasheeds, spoken word poetry, multimedia, and Quran recitation to create a truly unforgettable event for the entire family. 🏕️

📍 Dallas & Denver
🗓️ November 13 & 14
🎟️ almaghrib.org/makkah

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Brothers and sisters, Ilyas Mao has entered the chattttt!

Waittt… did we just say LIVE in Punta Cana?!

Yesss!!! Ilyas Mao will be performing LIVE at Beach and Beyond, Punta Cana with Husna Vacations!!!

For those who don’t know - Brother Ilyas Mao is the Somali-born Canadian powerhouse behind 50M+ streams, known for his soul-stirring, vocals-only nasheeds that blend traditional roots with modern vibes. Singer, songwriter, composer & producer and collaborator with legends like Maher Zain, Boonaa Mohammed & Omar Esa- his live performance is an experience you FEEL.

The vibes? Immaculate. The energy? Unmatched. The experience? About to be one for the books!! Imagine all-inclusive luxury, all-you-can-eat halal food, incredible people, family fun AND Ilyas Mao live?!

Brothers, sisters… what more could you ask for?!

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic 📅 December 19-24, 2026
700 spots gone, and the excitement is only getting bigger! If you’ve been waiting for a sign to join us, THIS IS IT!

Tag your travel crew, tell the group chat, and let’s make this one unforgettable, in shaa Allah! Book your spot now at www.husna.com ✨

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Imagine if Muslim stories had Hollywood budgets. 🎬

Ilyas Mao makes a powerful case: our stories, the Sahaba, the Prophet ﷺ, our rich history, deserve to be told in an immersive, high quality way. But that takes investment, and the ummah needs to back its own artists so our children grow up proud to be Muslim.

Full episode on YouTube, link in bio.

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#familyevents #familypodcast #IlyasMao #MuslimArts #MuslimCreatives MuslimFamily IslamicReminder

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And here it is !! We can’t wait for you all to meet and greet @ilyasacappella ! The Nz Halal Show is shaping to be the biggest yet with all these amazing ambassadors ! #mashallah #nzhalalshow thanks to our sponsors @fianz.nz and @provitaminco_nz #premiereventsnz #auckland

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I always knew music was haram, even while I was making it. 💭
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Ilyas Mao reflects on growing up in a strict household, the cultural contradictions around music, and why it never sat right in his heart despite loving to create it.
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Disclaimer: this episode shares his life story. Neither Family Events nor the guest condone the making or listening of music.
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Full episode on YouTube, link in bio.
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They held us at gunpoint and stole my mum’s jewelry 😔

Ilyas Mao shares what it was like fleeing the Somali civil war, and reflects on a nation that was once a thriving commerce hub of Africa with a rich and powerful history.

Full episode on YouTube, link in bio.

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#familyevents #familypodcast #IlyasMao #Somalia #MuslimFamily #FaithJourney #IslamicReminder

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Die beste Alternative gegenüber Musik. BarakAllhu feekum 🤲🏼❤️ Brüder @umarsalaams @redlionx_ @modeen.media @halalflowriter @comodore_nsd @abu.offiziell @dennisiman1 @erkan.wav @ilyasacappella @saabikpoetry 📲 Folge für mehr @chamelkamkoum #nasheed #vocalonly #islam #muslim #halal

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Different sound. Different path. Same mission: become better for the sake of Allah. ☝🏻

Not chasing clout. Chasing growth.

#AxamMiles #MuslimRunner #halalrap #ᴛʀᴇɴᴅɪɴɢᴘᴏsᴛ #kashmirmarathon

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From fleeing civil war in Somalia to walking away from the music industry, Ilyas Mao’s story is one of faith, sacrifice and purpose. 🎙️
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In this episode he shares his journey, the moment he left it all behind, and what it really takes to put Allah first.
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Full episode on YouTube, link in bio.
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Disclaimer: this episode shares Ilyas Mao’s life story. Neither Family Events nor the guest condone the making or listening of music.
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#familyevents #familypodcast #IlyasMao #FaithJourney #MuslimFamily IslamicReminder

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Ilyas Mao 🔥🔥

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