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Quartertones | Music from the Arab World

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Arabic Music
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Arabic Music Scene
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Women Empowerment

Quartertones is a music podcast which hosts current Arab musicians from different geographies who play contemporary and modern music, including pop, rock, hip-hop, electronic, classical, among other genres. The guests are invited to talk about their work and play their music – whether live or recorded – in three segments. The audience gets a chance to listen to work from across the region and genr... more

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Musician and composer Maya Youssef takes us on her unique journey with the qanun. Currently based in London, Maya delves into her early musical upbringing in Damascus to challenging traditional perceptions of the 78-stringed Instrument and developing... more

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Rapper, writer, and thought leader Akala joins us on Quartertones live at Sole DXB to talk about his early career steps in London, the city's unique blends due to its history, and his drive to connect with diverse audiences. He shares insights into t... more

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Palestinian singer Lina Makoul delves into the responsibility of artists to translate public sentiment, the worsening situation in Gaza and the West Bank, and the impact of the 900 new checkpoints added by the occupation on day-to-day Palestinian lif... more

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Palestinian-Jordanian singer, songwriter, and producer Dana Salah shares her journey graduating from Duke University to DJing in New York City and writing songs in Jay-Z's studio to transitioning to creating and performing songs in Arabic. She discus... more

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Layth Sidiq
A prominent musician known for his work in contemporary Arabic music.
Episode: Layth Sidiq at Habibi Festival 2024 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub
Mehdi Nassouli
Gumbri player and musician connected to Karim Ziad
Episode: Karim Ziad & Mehdi Nassouli at Habibi Festival 2024 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub
Israa Shalaby
Palestinian artist and musician
Episode: Israa Shalaby at Habibi Festival 2024 | Quartertones Live at Joe's Pub
Nai Barghouti
Palestinian musician and singer
Episode: Nai Barghouti | Singing Palestine at the Toronto Palestine Film Festival
Cheb Mimo
Radio host, DJ, and music researcher from North Africa
Episode: Cheb Mimo | Crate Digging For Lost Raï
Mahmoud Radaideh
Composer, guitarist, vocalist, and frontman behind JadaL Band
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Episode: How JadaL Pioneered Arabic Rock From Jordan
Ronnie Malley
Musician and musicologist, Oud player
Self-employed
Episode: Is There a Sound That's Unique to Arab America? | Ronnie Malley
Kareem Roustom
Emmy-nominated composer known for his work across multiple genres and collaboration with acclaimed artists.
Episode: Kareem Roustom | Defining Classical Arabic Music with the Emmy-Nominated Composer
Tamer Nafar
Member of DAM and influential Arab hip-hop artist
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Episode: Palestinian Hip Hop From Lydda to the World | DAM

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Mikey Mahenna
Host with extensive involvement in exploring the histories and cultures of the Arab world, and associated with Quartertones and Afikra.

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On the 78-Stringed Instrument | Syrian Qanun Player Maya Youssef
Q: Why do you think Qanun is like described as being this like the mother of all Arabic instruments?
Maya attributes the title more to practical reasons as Qanun players often led the traditional ensembles, but emphasizes that all instruments have their unique significance.
Shu Ma Sar: 1 on 1 with Palestinian-Jordanian Singer Dana Salah
Q: What do you think makes a good song?
A good song resonates with people, and while there might not be strict parameters, melody plays a crucial role as the universal language.
Palestinian Resistance Music & Cultural Heritage | With Legendary Composer Issa Boulos
Q: How did American musicians in Chicago react, and how does the public react to this?
Boulos insists he will not compromise his artistic integrity or cultural expressions to fit the expectations of Western audiences.
Palestinian Resistance Music & Cultural Heritage | With Legendary Composer Issa Boulos
Q: Why do you write music?
Issa Boulos expresses that he views himself as a recorder of life experiences and the Palestinian narrative, documenting what he observes around him.
The Syrian-American Poet on the Evolving Landscape of Arabic Hip Hop & Intergenerational Connections
Q: How do you feel about using Arabic in your music and its impact on your children?
I strive to speak Arabic to my children, but it's challenging; being multilingual is vital in understanding and connecting with cultures.

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Focusing on the vibrant and diverse music scene of the Arab world, the podcast brings together contemporary musicians from various backgrounds to share their art and insights. Episodes feature engaging conversations with artists covering a range of genres including pop, rock, hip-hop, and electronic music, alongside classical forms. Listeners are treated to live performances or recorded music, providing a comprehensive understanding of the evolving cultural narratives shaped by these musicians. This showcase not only spotlights the talent emerging from the region but also explores the cultural contexts influencing their creative processes and the significance of their contributions to both local and global music landscapes.

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1. The afikra Podcast
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3. Novara Media
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Quartertones launched 3 years ago and published 77 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Quartertones include:

1. Layth Sidiq
2. Mehdi Nassouli
3. Israa Shalaby
4. Nai Barghouti
5. Cheb Mimo
6. Mahmoud Radaideh
7. Ronnie Malley
8. Kareem Roustom

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