Soapkills, often credited with pioneering the indie electronic music scene in the Middle East, is a band deeply rooted in the urban textures of Beirut, Lebanon. Formed in the late 1990s by musician/producer Zeid Hamdan and singer Yasmine Hamdan (no relation), the group quickly established itself with its unique blend of trip-hop, Arabic music, and elements of jazz and electronica. The name "Soapkills" is a play on the famous American serial "Soap Operas," subtly referencing how Arab soap operas killed the drama in Arab cinema, while the band sought to create something alive and poignant in the realm of music.

Their albums "Enta Fen," "Cheftak," and "Bater" showcase the band's evolution and depth, combining traditional Arabic melodic structures with modern electronic beats and synth work. Yasmine's captivating vocals, often singing in Arabic, offer a haunting and poetic aspect to the music while exploring themes of love, loss, and the complexity of the modern Arab world. Despite the band members pursuing solo projects in the mid-2000s, with Yasmine Hamdan gaining international acclaim in her own right, the legacy of Soapkills continues to influence a new generation of electronic musicians across the region and the world.