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Ghassan Chartouni believes MENA music industry has the potential to break into global Top 10

Boosting paid streaming and developing local labels could propel MENA into global Top 10, says Chartouni

Maxi Meraki remixes Mahmut Orhan’s ‘Pangea’

‘Pangea’ was originally released on Mahmut Orhan’s debut album, dropped this spring

“The highest paid DJs decided not to contribute”: DJ revenue-sharing platform Aslice closes down

The software was billed as a way to create a “fairer music ecosystem”

Amsterdam Dance Event announces second wave of DJs for 2024 edition

New names added to the line-up include Carl Craig, Jane Fitz, Kerri Chandler, Marcel Dettmann, Moodymann, Palms Trax, and more

JEME’s ‘Drums & Tribes’ EP fuses family moments with art biennale soundscapes

JEME incorporated intimate recordings of his baby girl’s voice and laughter, along with sounds from the Diriyah Biennale

Liliane Chlela explores sonic storytelling in her latest album

The eight-track album ‘Anatomy of a Jerk’ showcases unpredictable rhythms and haunting melodies

Human Rias, DOBé and Olha unite for Ukraine with release of ‘Guelder Rose’

‘Guelder Rose’ seeks to raise funds for child victims of war with a stirring musical tribute

Snap & Boom builds a sustainable future for DIY artists

The UAE platform’s founder Tiéce Edwards spoke on the importance of diversity in music, empowering DIY artists and artist development strategies

KICA unveils new minimal tech single, ‘2 AM’

The Dubai artist channels late-night inspiration and his electronic icons into his latest release

BLUMITSU release debut EP ‘The Formula’

The two-tracker marks the first release from the duo, made up of Bluetoof and Jossy Mitsu

Baloo teams up with Carlo on 'Doors Open'

The two-track release includes a remix from Brawther

Franc Fala: ‘For me, music is all about the element of surprise’

One of the creative minds behind this summer's hit track 'Yamore,' Franc Fala, shares the story and inspirations behind his music

GoodFellas and KNZ collaborate for art-infused event in Bahrain

The event will feature performances by Sam Gino, JEME, K.LED, Zone+ and Renad, and visual art by Dana AlHammadi, Mohamed AlAnzoor and Sheikha Mohamed Khalifa

The vision behind Hence, Management and its impact on regional talent

We sat down with Omar Gamal to discuss the evolution of the scene and his efforts in promoting regional talent

Deaf Lion says ‘I Heard A Voice’ on new single

The track features vocals from Wael El Fashni

Ashibah among remixers featured on Sultan + Shepard’s ‘Endless, Dawn’ remix pack

She also hinted at a forthcoming track titled ‘Life’

UK and EU visa rejection rates for African and Asian artists are 'unfair' and limit cultural diversity

A report from The Guardian outlines how high rejection rates of up to 70% make performers feel they are not welcome and are harmful to the continent's music scene

Amsterdam Dance Event unveils first wave line-up for 2024

More than 300 artists have been confirmed, including Sama' Abdulhadi, Das Pharaoh, and Fafi Abdel Nour

Hunter/Game release ‘Last Hour’ EP ahead of UAE show

Featuring two new originals and a remix from Recondite, the three-track EP drops ahead of Hunter/Game's headline show at Soho Garden, Dubai on July 26

Magit Cacoon and Alphadog team up for ‘Bad Habit’ on Renaissance Records

Techno, melodic, breaks and a touch of hip-house combine to make ‘Bad Habit’ a strong contender for any peak time set

Dar Disku announce debut album, set for release this September

The duo have shared new single 'Dbayli', featuring Yacine Elkhaldi, to accompany the announcement