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Art & Music


Groundbreaking Partnership: 2M and Warner Music Middle East Ignite the Moroccan Music Industry

The Moroccan television channel 2M and Warner Music Middle East, a subsidiary of the global music industry leader Warner Music Group, have formed an unprecedented partnership aimed at igniting the Moroccan music industry. This groundbreaking collaboration, forged through Starlight, a musical talent show......

French Music Star Kendji Girac Shot and Critically Injured in Biscarrosse

French singer Kendji Girac, who gained fame after winning The Voice France in 2014, was critically injured after being shot early Monday morning near the town of Biscarrosse, close to Bordeaux. The 27-year-old artist, known for blending his Catalan gypsy roots with contemporary pop music, was shot in......

Saad Lamjarred Accuses YouTube of Manipulating Views and Denying Revenue Amidst Legal Woes

In a recent Instagram post, Moroccan pop star Saad Lamjarred accused YouTube of manipulating the view counts on his music videos and withholding his earnings. These accusations come amid Lamjarred's ongoing legal troubles and tarnished reputation. Lamjarred, a well-known figure in the Arab pop music......

Amapiano: The Infectious Rhythm Lighting Up Global Dance Floors

In the dynamic realm of music, genres emerge, evolve, and sometimes fade away, each leaving its unique imprint on the sonic canvas. Yet, occasionally, a genre emerges that transcends boundaries, captivating audiences with its infectious rhythms and soulful vibes. Amapiano, born in the vibrant streets......

Legendary Moroccan Voice Abdou Cherif Dies Due to Heart Attack

The celebrated Moroccan singer Abdou Cherif, known for his captivating interpretations of Egyptian icon Abdel Halim Hafiz's timeless melodies, has tragically passed away due to a heart attack. The news of his demise has sent shockwaves through the Moroccan music community, leaving fans worldwide......

James Blunt to Light Up Jazzablanca's Night Sky

Casablanca, the pulsating hub of Morocco's cultural vitality, is poised to host an electrifying evening as the revered Jazzablanca festival readies itself to illuminate the city's nocturnal skyline with the soul-stirring melodies of one of Britain's foremost singer-songwriters. On the evening......

Afrobeats Takes Center Stage: New Grammy Category Celebrates African Music

The Recording Academy has introduced a groundbreaking Grammy Award category, "Best African Music Performance," acknowledging the soaring popularity of Afrobeat rhythms worldwide and expanding the horizons of the prestigious music awards. Initially designed to honor American artists and technicians,......

Billboard Arabia Unveils Platform and Charts to Showcase Arab Music Excellence

Billboard Arabia has introduced the Billboard Arabia Hot 100 and Billboard Arabia Artist 100, two flagship charts aimed at showcasing and supporting the exceptional talent in the Arab music scene. This groundbreaking platform is the outcome of a strategic partnership between media conglomerate SRMG......