Saudi’s Underground Music Hero
Meet Saudi-Iranian YouTube sensation Alaa Wardi -- known for his a cappella covers of Lord's "Royals" and Rihanna's "Stay." … [Read more...]
Arabic Music Has a New Face in Town
An American woman living in Marrakesh has burst onto the Arabic music scene, and she barely speaks a word of Arabic. Her Arab talent show performance has enthusiasm, incredulity, turf wars, and … [Read more...]
“Arab Idol” Winner Tours America
Arab Idol winner Mohammed Assaf toured North America last winter, visiting cities with large Arab immigrant populations. … [Read more...]
Muslim Pop Star Climbs the U.S. Charts
Yuna has faced some pressure, but her musical talent speaks for itself. American fans are boosting her work on the charts. … [Read more...]
A Palestinian and an Israeli Band Make Rockin’ Music Together
Two pop bands are settling the Israeli/Palestine conflict their way – with rockin’ music and friendship. … [Read more...]
What Music Do Young, Urban Muslims Listen To?
From Brazilian hip-hop to punk rock in Pakistan, a look at the music Muslim youth listens to and produce. … [Read more...]
Designer Cinemas Coming Soon to Middle East
Famous for building an indoor ski slope in Dubai, mall developer Majid Al Futtaim plans to invest over $204 million in Middle Eastern cinematheques with a target of doubling movie attendance. … [Read more...]
Somalia’s Music Festival Works to Spread Peace and Coexistence
A cautious optimism spreading throughout Somalia’s shattered cities is being spread by the microphone. As rifles and violence fade, music and art are the preferred means of opposition to Al-Qaeda … [Read more...]
YouTube is Mega Popular in the Arab World
According to a new Startappz survey, 93% of videos produced in the Middle East are in Arabic and some average up to 3 million viewers. … [Read more...]
Lebanon, Innovation, and a Trumpet
A new kind of trumpet is forging new connections between Arabic and Western music. Read about it and hear it, on this NPR link. … [Read more...]