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Laughta Likes Show

Laughta, MBC Loud
Opera
Saudi Arabia
Music Industry
Seera
Masalama
Arabic Opera
Heavy Arabia Entertainment
Reem Alsanea
Wafdigga
Sampling
Andrea Bocelli
Classical Music
Kali-B
Riyadh Ground
Dame Sarah Connolly
AG. Nimeri
Metallica
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Khaleeji Blonde
Collaboration

The Laughta Likes Show is a weekly English-language radio and podcast series from MBC LOUD, hosted by British Arab artist and producer Laughta. The series introduces global audiences to the artists and creative leaders shaping Saudi Arabia and MENA's contemporary music landscape through intimate conversation, music discovery, and cultural storytelling.

Drawing on Laughta’s background as an intern... more

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Latest Episodes

Laughta sits down with rising Saudi artist Shargeeya to talk about her journey into music, the influences that shaped her sound, and how growing up across different places informed her artistry.

She reflects on performance, collaboration, social med... more

Laughta sits down with WafDigga, a producer working out of one of the region’s leading studios, Merwas, to talk about his journey into music and the craft behind his sound.

He shares how sampling shaped his approach, why simplicity in production is ... more

Laughta sits down with Khaleeji Blonde, an artist blending music, visuals, and storytelling into a fully immersive creative world.

She shares how music became her main form of expression, using it to build a mysterious, evolving narrative that liste... more

Laughta sits down with DJ Shaolin, one of Riyadh’s most in-demand DJs, to talk about his journey from learning in China to playing major stages in Saudi.

He reflects on breakthrough moments, opening for global artists, and the grind behind building ... more

Laughta sits down with Reem Alsanea, a successful content creator and emerging artist bringing a fresh and honest perspective into music.

In a lively and reflective conversation, Reem opens up about transitioning from digital content into music, and... more

Laughta sits down with Che Pope, a multi Grammy Award winning producer and executive whose work spans artists from Lauryn Hill to The Weeknd.

In a candid and insightful conversation, Che reflects on his journey from experimenting with music as a hob... more

Laughta sits down with Gigi Arabia, founder of Heavy Arabia Entertainment and a key figure in shaping Saudi Arabia’s alternative and live music landscape.

In an insightful and energetic conversation, Gigi shares how she identified a gap in the marke... more

Laughta sits down with A.G. Nimeri, a Sudanese singer and songwriter known for blending reggae, hip hop, and melodic storytelling into a sound that moves between cultures.

In an energetic and open conversation, A.G speaks about the power of Arabic s... more

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Khaleeji Blonde
Fantasy-world musician and storyteller behind the Khaleeji Blonde character
Episode: Ep15: Khaleeji Blonde on building a fantasy world through music
DJ Shaolin
DJ from Riyadh, producer, resident DJ at Black Tap
Independent artist / Riyadh nightlife scene
Episode: Ep14: DJ Shaolin on hustle, craft, and building his sound in Riyadh
Reem Alsanea
Musician and content creator transitioning into music
Independent artist, MBC LOUD interviewee
Episode: Ep13: Reem Alsanea on confidence, creativity, and stepping into music
Che Pope
Grammy-winning producer, entrepreneur, and composer
Episode: Ep12: Che Pope on legacy, sound, and building a global music career
Gigi Arabia
Founder Heavy Arabia Entertainment
Heavy Arabia Entertainment
Episode: Ep11: Gigi Arabia on building Heavy Arabia, live music, and the Saudi heavy metal scene
AG. Nimeri
Singer-songwriter and musician
Independent artist
Episode: Ep10: A.G. Nimeri on reggae fusion, storytelling, and staying authentic
Sawsan Albahiti
First official professional opera singer from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
Episode: Ep9: Sawsan Albahiti on opera, responsibility, and building Arabic repertoire
Aziz Wave
Arab musician and producer
Saudi music scene
Episode: Ep8: Aziz.wav on riding his own wave, genre blending, and building momentum
Reemaz Oqbi
Opera singer and flutist, artistic manager of the Saudi National Orchestra, TV show host
Saudi National Orchestra
Episode: Ep7: Reemaz Oqbi on opera, discipline, and redefining classical music in Saudi Arabia

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Laughta
Host of The Laughta Likes Show

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Ep8: Aziz.wav on riding his own wave, genre blending, and building momentum
Q: What's one thing fans don't know about Aziz Wave but should?
My vibe leans blue, and my work often blends multiple genres while staying true to the core emotion of the track.
Ep8: Aziz.wav on riding his own wave, genre blending, and building momentum
Q: What's the first thing that you do when you hear a beat that you like?
I stand up and feel the beat, then start shaping the hook to set the song's direction.
Ep:17 Shargeeya on rejecting trends and creating with intention
Q: What can we expect from you in the near future?
She teases more music from the heart and a growing world around Shargeeya, with possible collaborations and a gradual expansion of her artistic universe as she develops her concept.
Ep:17 Shargeeya on rejecting trends and creating with intention
Q: How important is networking?
Networking is described as essential: being present in Saudi and international scenes helps build collaborations, with face-to-face interactions providing support and opportunities that online connections alone cannot replace.
Ep:17 Shargeeya on rejecting trends and creating with intention
Q: Have you ever felt pressure to release a song that feels like it fits into a trend?
Yes, she acknowledges TikTok-driven pressures but cites Rosalia as a benchmark for pursuing own rhythm and patience, insisting that true artistry deserves space to exist and should not be rushed.

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What is Laughta Likes Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on contemporary music in Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region, hosting a mix of artists, producers, and cultural leaders who are shaping the scene. Episodes feature deep, human conversations about craft, identity, and ambition, with a strong emphasis on artistic development, cross-cultural collaboration, and building sustainable careers in a rapidly evolving music landscape. Notable throughlines include the emergence of Saudi and regional scenes across genres—from heavy metal and opera to psychedelic rock and hip-hop—paired with practical insights on production, storytelling, and audience engagement. The format tends to blend personal storytelling with craft-focused discussions, live performances, and forward-looking pl... more

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Recent guests on Laughta Likes Show include:

1. Khaleeji Blonde
2. DJ Shaolin
3. Reem Alsanea
4. Che Pope
5. Gigi Arabia
6. AG. Nimeri
7. Sawsan Albahiti
8. Aziz Wave

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