
From Beirut to Cairo and Dubai to Casablanca, hosts Deana Soni and Danny Hajjar are diving into the hottest topics in music coming from the Middle East, North Africa, and its global diaspora communities. Join them for spicy and unfiltered perspectives, exclusive interviews, heated debates, and in-depth insider perspectives putting the MENA music scene in context. Whether you're a music enthusiast ... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 10 | Founded | a year ago |
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In the season 1 finale of Shik Shak Shook Ones, hosts Deana and Danny are joined by distinguished journalist Menna Shanab, the music editor at YUNG MENA. They delve into content saturation in the music industry, particularly focusing on how it's affe... more
Elia Mssawir is a music industry veteran who has worked with global giants, managing artists and tours and eventually established Big Beards Entertainment. He joins Shik Shak Shook Ones Hosts Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni to offer a candid look at the ... more
In this episode of the Shik Shak Shook Ones, hosts Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni dive deep into the challenges and dynamics of being an independent artist versus having a label backing you. They're joined by artist and producer Rita L'Oujdia, and talen... more
Shik Shak Shook Ones hosts Deana Soni and Danny Hajjar bring us a year-end music review of the Arab music scene. From bangers to blunders they highlight their favorite tracks and albums, artists who surprised them (both positively and negatively), ov... more
In this episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones, Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni are joined by Alya Mooro, author of The Greater Freedom and co-founder of Zola Studios. They delve into the nuances of critiquing art from marginalized and underrepresented communit... more
In this episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones, hosts Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni delve into the listening habits of Arabic music fans across the diaspora and the Middle East and North Africa region. Joined by Salam Kmeid, Head of Content Marketing at Angha... more
This episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones is an emotionally charged venting session and an appeal for more thoughtful engagement with culture in times of hardship. Hosts Danny and Deana vent their frustrations, share their experiences, and tackle the resp... more
Who are the best up-and-coming Arab artists we don't know about? In this episode of Shik Shak Shook Ones, hosts Danny Hajjar and Deana Soni drop all of the names you should be listening to. We get to know our two hosts a little better as they share t... more
Lovely new discovery! Great insights and critical analysis of Arab music.
I now wait for this show every week. I love Danny and Deana’s thoughts and banter, thoroughly entertaining. I also really appreciate learning about all these new artists!
Loved the concept and it’s much needed especially now at these times where Arabic music is making huge leaps , I feel a podcast like this brings back the J in journalism , our artists got so used to always being praised and while that’s important to grow a culture , sugar-coating will hurt these artists on the long run. Love the topics that was discussed on the 1st episode & can’t wait to hear what’s in store.. but it’s insane the love that it’s getting from only ONE ep so far !! Wow wow wow ble... more
Danny and Deana are two incredibly well versed music journalists who bring such important topics on Arab and other SWANA music to the forefront. Far too often the corporate powers that be marginalize and Orientalize us and our cultures while appropriating them, and it’s such a relief to have these two call them out and highlight the artists doing the work. Please subscribe and support them!
Shik Shak Shook Ones is seriously one of the best podcasts out there if you’re into music from the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. Deana Hassanein Soni and Danny Hajjar really know their stuff, and it really shines through in their convos. Whether you’re a hardcore fan of the region’s music or just curious to learn more, this podcast has you covered.
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Focusing on the vibrant music landscape of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), hosts engage deeply with pressing topics in the music industry, cultural identity, and the unique challenges facing artists in the region. Episodes often feature a blend of insightful interviews with industry professionals and lively discussions that scrutinize the current state of music, social media's impact, and the cultural representation of artists from diverse backgrounds. Addressing themes such as authenticity in artistry and the dynamics of support for independent musicians, this show is likely to appeal to listeners keen on understanding the intersection of music and socio-political contexts in MENA and its diaspora communities. Listeners can expect... more
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Recent guests on Shik Shak Shook Ones include:
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2. Elia Mssawir
3. Alya Mooro
4. Salam Kmeid
5. Alya Fetyani
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