Shamstep, dabke and the Palestinian cause: 47Soul – a band without borders Qantara.de 2 weeks ago MusicWhile Palestinian political concerns are largely ignored these days, Palestinian band of the moment 47Soul is taking the Middle East's music...
System of a Down releases comeback single 'for Armenia' Al-Araby 3 weeks ago MusicAward-winning metal band System of a Down say they are grateful for an outpour of support after they released their first single in 15 years...
On the death of Matthias Wagner, founder of the Oriental Summer Academy: Mecca of Arab music in south-western Germany Qantara.de 6 weeks ago MusicMusicians from Morocco to Iraq have been crossing paths at the Oriental Summer Academy in south-western Germany for ten years. Matthias Wagner,...
Amman's unique jazz festival improvises with virtual celebrations Al-Araby 4 weeks ago CultureThis year's Amman Jazz Festival is forgoing international performers and showcasing local talent in a variety of genres, with festivities...
Moroccan women break through in rap scene dominated by men Reuters 18 weeks ago MusicIn a rap scene dominated my men, women's voices are starting to make waves in Morocco.
How Dubai-based singer Fahmil Khan’s music pulsated across the globe Khaleej Times 20 weeks ago CultureThe singer-songwriter explains how he used social media platforms to zoom in on global audiences.
16th Morgenland Festival Osnabruck: A virtual journey of sound across the Balkans Qantara.de 21 weeks ago MusicAs a consequence of the coronavirus pandemic, the Osnabruck Morgenland Festival took place via YouTube for the first time – transporting...
Owner rights of Umm Kulthum's music sparks controversy Al-Araby 9 weeks ago MusicA battle between two music companies for the rights to the music of Umm Kulthum continues in Egypt.
