Khakikid Announces Headline Show for Dublin
By Khakikid Has Just Announced His Biggest Hometown Headline Show to Date In The 3olympia Theatre, Dublin
Plus Special Guests
3Olympia Theatre, Dublin
Thursday 27th November 2025
Doors 7pm
Tickets on sale Friday 29th August at 9am
Raised on a council estate in Dublin, KhakiKid has been refreshingly candid about his experiences growing up with ADHD and his journey to reconnect with his Arab-Irish roots. Themes of identity, displacement, and belonging are woven throughout his music, poignantly expressed in lyrics like “son of an immigrant.” Renowned for his electrifying live shows and undeniable stage presence, KhakiKid is quickly building a global following. KhakiKid has just announced his headline show in the 3Olympia Theatre, Dublin on Thursday 27th November 2025.
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This week, he’s set to perform on the Electric Arena Stage at Electric Picnic (12,000 capacity), a milestone moment that further cements his status as one of Ireland’s most exciting new artists. A Spotify RADAR: First Listen artist, KhakiKid has attracted over 100,000 new online followers in just four months and racked up more than 25 million streams to date. This November, he’ll headline the iconic 3Olympia Theatre in Dublin, an unforgettable landmark in a career that continues to gather momentum. Industry recognition has followed, with co-signs from artists like Lola Young and Jessie Reyez, and major media support from outlets including NME—who featured him in their 100 Essential Artists list—and Dazed, who named him a One to Watch for 2025.
KhakiKid’s new single arrives on the heels of his acclaimed EP Moanbag, a bold, introspective project that marked his most sonically adventurous work yet. From the soulful funk of breakout hit ‘Date Nite,’ performed live on The Late Late Show, to the infectious, radio-ready single ‘Germ,’ the EP captured an artist in fearless evolution. His momentum has only grown, propelled by standout collaborations with Bricknasty, SOFY, and Saint Demarcus, among others. Most recently, he joined Jameson Distilled Sounds — an initiative led by global icon Anderson .Paak — bridging Ireland’s grassroots talent with international audiences. Now, with ‘DONT TOUCH THE CDJ’, KhakiKid isn’t just releasing another track; he’s opening a bold new chapter in his artistic journey. Raw, genre-defiant, and fiercely original, he continues to redefine what Irish rap can be — and he’s only getting started.
Irish alternative rapper and singer KhakiKid continues to cement his status as one of the most distinctive and exciting voices in the scene with the release of his bold new single, ‘DONT TOUCH THE CDJ.’ A high-energy collaboration with Aki Oke, the track blends garage rhythms with razor-sharp lyricism and experimental production, reinforcing KhakiKid’s reputation for pushing boundaries and defying genre conventions. Hailing from Dublin, Abdu—better known as KhakiKid—began writing raps at just 12 years old, inspired by the raw storytelling of artists like Eminem and 50 Cent, and watching grime and rap music videos on the legendary Channel U (now Channel AKA). Over the years, he has developed a sound entirely his own, offbeat, emotionally resonant, and shaped by a diverse range of influences including Tyler, The Creator, Mac Miller, and Irish peers like Bricknasty and Kojaque. Known for his witty wordplay, vivid storytelling, and artistic vision, KhakiKid takes a hands-on approach to his craft. From music to visuals, he’s involved in every detail, directing and editing the visualiser for ‘DONT TOUCH THE CDJ’ himself. With this latest release, KhakiKid continues to blaze his own trail, proving once again why he’s one of Ireland’s most compelling emerging artists.