Lebanese journalist and founder of Hiya Shirine Saad speaks to Jubran about her upbringing, and how her time with Sabreen and experimental musicians around the world shaped her musical identity.

The album explores themes of displacement and mental struggles, fusing Arabic maqams with psychedelia, jazz and dream pop elements.

This year’s festival welcomes regional heavyweights including Cairokee, The Synaptik, Karim Osama, Asayel, Dana Hourani, Nayra, Odeal, Afroto, Marwan Moussa and Ilmond.

A deeply personal debut that navigates identity, diaspora, and healing.

Aly Goede and Jess delivered another smooth fusion of deep house and afro-infused grooves at NoiseSessions.

Essaouira came alive last summer during the 25th Gnaoua Festival, pulsating with rhythmic fusions, intimate workshops, and an electrifying community spirit.

A two-day showcase of Palestine’s evolving sonic landscape, featuring hip-hop, electronic, and experimental music.

A hypnotic new single that navigates grief, transformation, and self-discovery.

From Abyusif to Cheb Terro, we curated a list of essential tracks by some of the region’s most lauded rappers that remain exclusively on SoundCloud.

New York City’s breakers unite to support Gaza’s Camps Breakerz Crew, whose school was destroyed by an Israeli airstrike.

Hailing all the way from Colombia, Brenda brings a bumping mix of Mexican tribal, Andean techno and UK bass.

Moving Still made his Egypt debut with an epic headlining set at NoiseSessions.