Middle Eastern Music

Middle Eastern music is a diverse and deeply expressive genre that blends rich melodies, intricate rhythms, and evocative vocal styles. Characterized by the use of traditional instruments like the oud, ney, saz, and darbuka, it often features quarter-tone scales, creating a distinctive emotional depth. Influences range from Arabic, Turkish, and Kurdish folk traditions to modern electronic and pop-infused sounds. Powerful, ornamented vocals are key, often conveying themes of love, longing, and resilience. Whether in melancholic ballads or danceable beats, Middle Eastern music carries an unmistakable soulfulness, bridging tradition and innovation.

Slemani Consert - كۆنسێرتی سلێمانی

Zakaria Abdulla

Album - 8 Tracks - Released July 21, 2025