The legendary Egyptian singer's voice soared over the airwaves at a time when Atatürk was trying to ban Eastern music in favour of Western imports. The love was long-lasting, as a new book explains.
The Egyptian diva's collaboration with Mohamed el-Qasabgi was a game-changer. Between them, they gently rewrote the rules around structure and performance, paving the way for the next generation.
Assi al-Rahbani changed the face of Arab music along with his brother Mansour and the legendary singer Fairuz. On what would have been his 100th birthday, Al Majalla looks at their life stories
Syrian singer George Wassouf made a remarkable appearance on New Year’s Eve at the Trio Arabic Night which was organized by the Saudi Entertainment Authority in Riyadh.
An exceptional evening was…
The unique sounds of Arabian music and the talent of its artists like Om Khulthum, Abd Al-Wahab, Abd Al-Halim, and composers like Mohamed al Qasabgi and Riad Al Sunbati have blazed a train of amazing…
In this week's cover story, Al Majalla examines the military balance of power on the ground, the networks through which the Houthis obtain weapons, and the foreign support they receive
Education reform is at the heart of the demonstrations shaking Paris and beyond, with thousands already arrested, but the government's ability to meet learners' demands is limited
As YouTube star Accurso's influence grew, she transitioned from educator to child advocate. But it only became 'controversial' when she spoke up for Palestinian kids