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Music

Drake releases ‘Quebec’ single and FOMO music videos on YouTube

1 Oct

Drake drops his new single ‘Quebec’ and a suite of ‘FOMO’ music videos on YouTube. Discover the full tracklist and the luxury details in the new visuals.

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Music

Saint Levant’s AFANDI: Reimagining the Golden Era of Arab Pop

21 Sept

Discover how Saint Levant’s new album AFANDI blends modern rap with the golden era of Arab pop, from Palestinian dabke to Lebanese pop influences.

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Music

The best new MENA music releases to soundtrack your summer 2026

30 Jul

Discover the best new MENA music releases of 2026. From Sherine’s comeback to Tul8te’s jazz sessions, we review the tracks defining the summer sound.

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Music

JAY-Z Celebrates The Anniversaries of ‘Reasonable Doubt’ and ‘The Blueprint’

1 Apr

Discover JAY-Z’s historic Yankee Stadium return, honouring 30 years of ‘Reasonable Doubt’ & 25 of ‘The Blueprint’. UAE fans, explore his unparalleled legacy now!

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Music

Drake’s Unrivalled Spotify Reign: 130 Billion Streams and His Global & UAE Music Dominance

28 Mar

Discover how Drake shattered records with 130 billion Spotify streams, becoming the highest streamed artist. Unpack his global dominance & unique resonance in the UAE music scene. Learn more!

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Music

Oliver ‘Power’ Grant: Wu-Tang Clan Founding Member Dead at 52

12 Mar

Recognise Oliver ‘Power’ Grant’s genius. The unseen architect behind Wu-Tang Clan’s global empire, who passed at 52. Unpack his pioneering hip-hop legacy, felt even in the UAE.

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Music

Arijit Singh’s Bold New Chapter: From Bollywood Playback Icon to Independent Global Artist

28 Jan

The news sent shockwaves through the Indian music industry and left millions of fans heartbroken: Arijit Singh, the voice that defined a generation of romantic ballads and soulful anthems, appeared to be “retiring” from Bollywood playback singing. Confusion, sadness, and uncertainty about his future plans spread rapidly across social media and fan forums. But what…

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Concerts

Shakira at OFFLIMITS 2026 Cancelled: Refunds and Festival Update

22 Jan

OFFLIMITS Music Festival 2026 has been cancelled. Shakira was booked to headline at Etihad Park on Yas Island, but the organiser’s official cancellation notice now confirms the festival will not take place. This page records the cancelled booking and explains what ticket holders should do. It is no longer a recommendation to buy tickets or…

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Concerts

Dubai Opera 2026: Upcoming Shows, Tickets and Grand Tour Guide

13 Jan

For Dubai Opera, I’d choose the performance I actually want to see before choosing the seat or planning dinner. Opera, dance, comedy and concerts are different nights, however impressive the building. The listings below give the decision a starting point; the live event page decides the date, age rule and available category. A famous venue…

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Music

Tawsen’s Comeback: Reclaiming Moroccan Identity & Authenticity

8 Jan

For nearly three years, the vibrant voice of Moroccan artist Tawsen fell silent, a perplexing disappearance from a burgeoning global music scene. What lay behind this unexpected hiatus? More than just a break, Tawsen’s absence was a battle fought behind closed doors, a struggle against the restrictive grip of a music label that threatened to…

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Tech

Native Instruments Kontakt 8 Review: The Definitive Catalyst for Modern Production

19 Dec

Kontakt has long been an indispensable cornerstone in modern music production, a versatile workhorse revered for its powerful sampling capabilities and extensive third-party library ecosystem. For years, producers have relied on it, yet many found themselves wishing for more direct creative tools within the software itself. Enter Native Instruments Kontakt 8, a release that doesn’t…

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Lifestyle

Haifa Wehbe: The Unfiltered Story of a Lebanese Pop Icon Who Redefined Arab Pop Culture

26 Nov

To be Haifa Wehbe is to be a paradox. For over two decades, she has been simultaneously mythologized and mocked, adored and vilified, crowned and condemned by the very culture that created her. She is the glittering icon whose music videos sent a region into a frenzy and the public figure whose every move was…

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