Features Bedouin, always moving, constantly creating their own space Bedouin star on the second cover of Mixmag Middle East & North Africa
News Rabanne and Miraval Studios launch remix competition for disco classic ‘Listen To The Music’ Winners will be invited to the legendary Miraval Studios in France
News Mixmag, Crack, Dazed, DJ Mag, Resident Advisor and The Face join together in support of Palestine Prominent music industry publications have united in support of Brian Eno’s Gaza benefit concert Together For Palestine, set for September 17 at London’s OVO Wembley Arena
News AZADI.mp3 pledges new EP and merch proceeds for humanitarian cause The three-track EP ‘note to self’ is out, with all proceeds donated to The Sameer Project to aid the people of Gaza
News Radio Alhara hosts Disco Cantina at All Together Now with DJs from Palestine and across the Middle East The three-day gathering brings Mixmag Lab to Ireland for the first time
News Bandcamp Friday comes back to support artists and labels directly Bandcamp will hold three more Friday editions before the year ends
News Israeli DJ pulls Tomorrowland performance after report links him to IDF propaganda The cancellation followed pressure from Belgian pro-Palestine groups
News TikTok integrates Anghami into ‘Add to Music App’ feature across MENA region TikTok’s music integration tool has surpassed one billion track saves since its initial rollout
News Loreen teams up with David Guetta and Dimitri Vegas for high-energy drum and bass release Titled ‘Pum Pum’, the collaboration blends Loreen’s vocals with a 170 BPM backdrop
News Two Israelis questioned by Belgian police over war crimes allegations during Tomorrowland Belgian authorities questioned the pair after a pro-Palestine group accused them of committing “grave international crimes” during military service
News MOGA Festival returns to Essaouira with Bedouin, Bonobo, DJ Tennis and more The 2025 edition will feature a two-part format with OFF events in and around Essaouira’s historic centre followed by IN programming at the Hôtel Le Golf d’Essaouira & Spa
News Fire breaks out at Tomorrowland’s main stage ahead of festival opening Just ahead of Tomorrowland 2025's opening, fire breaks out on the main stage as emergency services work to contain it
News SoundCloud partners with elasticStage to make vinyl releases easier for independent artists Artist Pro subscribers can now join the waitlist with no upfront costs or minimum order requirements
News ‘Hey Habibi’ arrives as lead single from Etaf’s debut album alongside music video Etaf reflects on gender, body image and cultural identity in their latest track
News Alok drops ‘Fury (Siuuu)’ as Ronaldo joins Fatal Fury universe Alok soundtracks Ronaldo’s in-game journey with a high-impact big-room track
News Amsterdam Dance Event announces first artists for 2025 More than 250 artists have been confirmed, including Boys Noize, Dish Dash, Fafi Abdel Nour, Guy J, Guy Mantzur, Nene H and Sedef Adasï
News Drum-led energy drives 3Phaz’s new offering on ‘SIIIX, Vol.2’ Released by Brussels-based Maloca Records, the six-track compilation also features Rrose, Uwalmassa, Zoë Mc Pherson, Ale Hop and Grischa Lichtenberger
News ILyes and Emma B share their first collaborative EP ‘Feelings’ on Shall Not Fade Emma B calls the release “extra special” as the pair shape each track around “all the feelings we had in that moment”
News Sixsixsevenfortyseven drop debut LP: ‘Wounded Dogs’ The 10-track LP is out now through YOUTH, with both digital and vinyl formats available
News Bergsonist leads new Air Texture compilation focused on Moroccan talent “This feels like a full-circle moment” reflects Bergsonist, recalling her time in Casablanca
Features CEAUS: “Seeing people vibing with you from all kinds of different cultures or social circles is just amazing” CEAUS steps into a broader spotlight through his Armada Music debut EP, ‘Another Light’
News DJ Snake to take over Bootshaus on June 27 The Cologne venue continues its run of major bookings with a headline show from DJ Snake
Features Unapologetic and unstoppable, Nicole Moudaber sets her own pace Nicole Moudaber stars on the first cover of Mixmag Middle East & North Africa
News Mera Bhai releases first single from forthcoming EP ‘Friday Night’ offers the first glimpse into Mera Bhai’s new EP, ‘Now I Need You’
News Sama’ Abdulhadi drops Sónar appearance citing ongoing concerns “I cannot and will not be associated with festivals or institutions backed by KKR which means I will not be performing at Sónar Festival this Friday”
News Mia Koden keeps things in motion with her new EP Adding to the vibe, the artist gives a glimpse into her past with the EP’s artwork, a charming throwback to her 10th birthday
News TRQ premieres his exclusive DJ set on YouTube The Kuwaiti DJ showcases original productions from the world’s largest wooden boat
News Berghain’s label Ostgut Ton is back after four years of silence The new compilation features tracks from artists of the MENA-T diaspora such as Azu Tiwaline, Cinna Peyghamy, Fadi Mohem, Altinbas and JakoJako