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Who Were the Greatest Arab Singers of the 20th Century?

By Randa Necola/Arab America Contributing Writer  Arabs are known for their love of music which is reflected in their successful music industry. The most famous Arab singers not only had the love of the Arab people but achieved success outside the Arab world as well. As we reflect on the years past this New Year, … Continued

Saad Lamjarred Breaking the Record in the Middle East and North Africa with 100M Views on YouTube in 3 Months

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Saad Lamjarred Born on April 7, 1985, Saad Lamjarred is a Moroccan pop singer-songwriter, record producer, and dancer. In 2007, season four, he took part in Super Star, a broadly popular Arab talent TV show, and was came in second place; his contribution earned him popularity. He is best … Continued

How Culture has been Utilized as a Movement for Change in Lebanon

  By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer Lebanon’s Protest  Lebanon’s Protest: During the first days of Lebanon’s protest that took place on October 17, 2019, protesters laughed as they sang cheerfully in the excitement of the massive crowd urging change. The day of the revolution, held in Beirut, Lebanon, was warm and bright. The people … Continued

Where are the Winners of Arab Idol Now?

By: Yaseen Rashed/ Arab America Contributing Writer  Arab Idol has recently risen to popularity in the Arab world as audiences are glued to the TV, making predictions on who’d win the competition. The show is a spin-off of the original American Idol; it features contestants from across the Arab world performing in a singing competition … Continued

What is Tarab and Why is it Important to Arab Music?

By: Ala Abed-Rabbo/Arab America Contributing Writer What is Tarab, a definition that focuses on a cultural domain? This specialty involves artists, performances, and music associated philosophies, attitudes, and behaviors, including the different methods of listening and responding to Arab music. The Tarab culture is also linked with a craft-based jargon relating to societal, technical, and … Continued

From Brooklyn and Beyond: 10 Arab American Women On the Music Scene

Victor Hugo perhaps said it best when he eloquently declared, “music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent.” The following women do just that. Each carries with them multiple rich, sometimes competing musical identites that spill forth when they perform. In many cases, their music is inspired by and imbued with humanitarian concern that translates into activism through music.  

Good Morning Fairuz

By: Katie Teague/Arab America Contributing Writer It’s early morning in the streets of Lebanon.  As the shops begin to open and people sit for their first cup of coffee with one another, a voice begins to sing over the radio.  But not just any voice!  All mornings call for one artist and one artist alone; … Continued

Who is DJ Khaled?

By: Nana Osei/Arab America Contributing Writer DJ Khaled is one of the biggest producers in the world of Hip Hop. He has worked with multiple stars from Jay Z to French Montana over his career. However, Dj Khaled was not always the record producing mogul he is today. There’s also much about him that many … Continued

U.S. Congressional Representatives Expected to Attend National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration in DC

On Tuesday, April 30th, Arab America will present the National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) Commemoration with a special celebration just steps from the U.S. Capitol in Washington DC, from 6:00-8:30 pm. The event promises to be an exposé of Arab cultural stations, authentic Arab cuisine (including, kibbe, grape leaves, tabouleh and hummus) a Falafel … Continued

Going Back in Time with Arab Music: Old is Gold

By: Shayma Amour/Arab America Contributing Writer How many times did you find yourself humming along with Umm-Kulthum’s songs? Or woke up to Fairouz’s morning songs played on the radio? Aren’t they the best companion with a nice hot cup of tea/coffee and fresh out of the oven pies and Mana’eesh/Zaatar? Or did you notice the … Continued

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