Nile Project: Using culture to transform conflict
Through music production, educational workshops and activities promoting innovation, the project aims…
Cairo Opera House launches 23rd Arab Music Festival
Participants of the Arabic version of the reality television singing competition, The…
Egyptian singer moves to Sweden seeking ‘safe city residency’
Due to “continuous censorship of his music”, Ramy Essam leaves Egypt for…
Underground musicians rise to the limelight
Independent bands move beyond live performances to talk shows, TV commercials and…
WANAS festival: Egypt’s first international folk festival
6 Egyptian, 3 international bands dazzle Cairo
On selling out, censorship, and nostalgia: Rappers reflect on society
“Rap was originally founded to confront racism and police brutality. In Egypt…
Kadim Al-Sahir: Still charming after 30 years
“I hope for love and peace for Egypt and that Egyptians gather…
Cairo Opera House Summer Festival promises upbeat month of performances
Violin virtuoso Rasha Yehia performs in the opening night of the Cairo…
YouTube to launch paid music service
YouTube has partnered with “hundreds of major and independent” music labels for…