Witnessing the Greatness of Nancy Ajram, the Queen of Arab Pop

Nancy Ajram, the Lebanese icon who is often called the queen of Arab pop, gives an exclusive interview to Rolling Stone.
The Source

Before Streaming Changed Arab Rap, Mohamed Mood Was Building Gulf Hip-Hop Independently

At a time when Arabic rap still lacked commercial infrastructure, regional media attention, and organized label support, ...
PBS

Arabic music finds new audience with streaming, social media

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Arabic pop surges in 2026 with standout singles and playlists

Who’s topping charts?: Meira Omar’s 'Dooset Daram' leads user-rated Arabic pop singles with a high score, showing strong listener engagement early in the year. Where to listen?: Curated playlists from ...
Minnesota Daily

Arab Band brings soul of Arabic music to campus

The University of Minnesota’s Arab Band showcases the unique complexity of Arabic music and is looking to continue performing at events on and off campus. The Arab Band implements Arabic music by ...
NPR

A music school wants to revive Turkish and Syrian connections through song

Founded by refugee musicians, a music institute in Southern Turkey tries to revive forgotten Syrian classics and integrate Turkish and Syrian cultures with music the two have shared for centuries.
Variety

Sony Music Forges Partnership With LuxuryKSA Group to Promote Saudi Arabian Music Talent

Sony Music Middle East has forged a strategic partnership with Saudi-based entertainment company LuxuryKSA to develop and promote homegrown Saudi Arabian music talent. “The move deepens Sony Music’s ...