The seminal 1970s Kuwaiti comedy show Darb al-Zalaq (The Slippery Path) tells the story of Hussain, a janitor who comes into wealth after the government buys his house during the…
Antique dealers, second-hand markets, auction showrooms, music lovers, music historians, amateurs and the rich are cornerstones of the wondrous world of vintage vinyl records. The rich history of oriental music…
As with other realms of expression, the story of sound in Egypt is also one of dispute over who controls the record and its means of dissemination.
Yasmine Hamdan is beloved for her vocal prowess, her playful onstage allure, her beauty and wild dance moves. But her ability to create and perform a wide array of characters for her…
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