Behind The Mic: A Q&A With Cairo’s Rising Rap Star, Tommy Gun
In a country like Egypt where talent can be found in practically every street corner, to make yourself noticed (or should we say heard), being loud is just the first step. If your voice hasn’t already...
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MDLBEAST Opens The Ultimate Destination for Music Lovers in Saudi Arabia
Calling all music lovers! MDLBEAST, the leading Saudi music entertainment company, has just unveiled its latest venture: a one-of-a-kind music hub. The eagerly awaited Beast House, nestled in the heart...
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In Conversation With Young Gaby, Dubai’s De Facto Leader of Sad Boy Music
It was a Thursday when I met up with Young Gaby amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Dubai’s bustling Design District. As the workday concluded, and the crowd relaxed with glasses of wine at the beloved D3...
View ArticleAfroto Announces First European Tour
Alexandria-born rapper Afroto, renowned for his distinctive fusion of trap and chaabi beats, is gearing up for an exciting European tour. Set to kick off in May, this marks Afroto’s debut journey...
View ArticleNorth West Is Working On Her Debut Album— ‘Elementary School Dropout’
Off the back of the release of Ye’s latest collaborative studio album, Vultures 1, featuring California-born rapper Ty Dolla Sign (TY$), circulating rumors have it that the rapper might have another...
View ArticleThe Latest Sounds From the Region You Need to Listen to Now
In just the first three months of 2024, the musical landscape has already been enriched with a plethora of fire albums and bonafide bangers emanating from the region. Among the shining stars, BTLTNM’s...
View ArticleYe is Performing At The Pyramids Next Month
After his highly-anticipated performance at MDLBEAST Soundstorm flopped back in December, Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) still seems keen on paying our side of the world a visit. Last week, it was...
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In Conversation With Maxi Zee: From B-Boy to Mic Maestro
In a country like the UAE, where the music scene is relatively new and fresh talent is constantly cultivated and nurtured, artists like Maxi Zee thrive. A German-Ghanaian rapper, Maxi Zee embarked on...
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Palestinian Artists Saint Levant and Elyanna Set to Take Over Lollapalooza
The Lollapalooza lineup is finally here. The Chicago-based festival will be hosting the likes of SZA, Tyler the Creator, and Blink-182 who are leading the list of headliners along with The Killers,...
View ArticleThe Mid-Ramadan Playlist To Keep You Going
It’s official: We’ve reached the halfway point of Ramadan. With just two short weeks remaining before we bid farewell to this sacred month for another year, it feels like the last couple of weeks have...
View ArticleElGrandeToto Teases Collaboration With Rick Ross
Months after the release of his sophomore album 27, Moroccan rapper ElGrandeToto, born Taha Fahsi, was recently seen explicitly hinting towards an exclusive collab with American hip-hop legend Rick...
View ArticleIconic Music Mag ‘Rolling Stone’ Set to Launch in the Middle East
Leading music journalism group Rolling Stone have just announced they will soon make their way (back) into the Arab World. Alongside American investment fund Global Venture Partners, the collaboration...
View ArticleYa Tab Tab Is the Club Night Bringing the Best of Arabic Pop to North America
We all hold dear those cherished memories of our parents serenading us with Nancy Ajram or Amr Diab’s timeless tunes in the car, whether we were on the way to school or to our various extracurricular...
View ArticleA Playlist of the Best Songs Produced by Kanye West for Other Artists
Love him or hate him, one thing’s for sure: YE (formerly Kanye West) has an uncanny ability to constantly make headlines for everything he does and says, for better or worse. Arguably one of the most...
View ArticleYour Sonic Ramadan Reminders, Right Here
The holy month is slowly reaching its end, meaning that those observing the religious celebration will soon be back to counting down the days until the next year’s divine detox. As easy as it can be to...
View ArticleRap Shar3: The Gateway Between Egypt’s Underground and Mainstream
Let’s rewind the clocks back to the gritty streets of 1970s New York, where the pulsating heartbeat of hip-hop first echoed through the Bronx neighborhood. The monumental address of 1520 Sedgwick...
View ArticleYour Ultimate Guide to the Region’s Best Gigs and Festivals
As the mercury rises and summer draws closer, there is a palpable sense of excitement for the thrilling music festivals and electrifying gigs on the horizon. To steer your spring and summer plans,...
View ArticleSaint Levant Dedicated His Entire Coachella Debut to Gaza
Jerusalem-born Gaza-raised musician Saint Levant made his debut at Coachella this weekend with a powerful performance that resonated far beyond Indio Valley. The 23-year-old artist took to the stage,...
View ArticleSawt Syria: A Deep Dive into Syria’s Underground Music Scene
Music isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when most people think of Syria, but the Levantine country boasts a vibrant underground scene that might surprise you. In fact, it’s the subject of Boiler...
View ArticleNorth African Artists To Unite in Paris for Charity Concert Supporting Palestine
“With great power comes great responsibility” is an old adage that Algerian-born rapper TIF is taking to heart by hosting a charity concert supporting Palestine next month. Scheduled to take place on...
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