Sounds of the Middle East

From the timeless elegance of Fairuz and Oum Kalthoum to the bold innovation of Mashrou’ Leila, Tamino, and A-WA, this playlist bridges classic and contemporary sounds from across the Arab world and beyond. Blending tarab, pop, indie, folk, and electronic, it reflects the emotion, resilience, and cultural depth of the Middle East’s musical heartbeat.

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