There are some voices that define a country's music. There are some movements that define a country's culture. Umm Kulthum is the Voice of the East, an iconic Egyptian diva whose music was the sound of a country's change. Presented by Laura Marie Brown, Creative Producer of Liverpool Arab Arts...

Arab Music Masterclass heads to Mogadishu and the vibrant music scene of Somalia in the 70s and 80s. From Dur Dur Band to Shareero Band, right up to today's artists flying the flag for Somali music, hear why this scene has got a sound for everyone.TracklistBakaka Band – Gobonimada Jira (choose...

This episode of Arab Music Masterclass travels to Palestine to explore hip hop and the voice of protest. From DAM to MC Abdul, Shadia Mansour and Julmud hear how hip hop and electronica are part of Palestine's cultural identity and how it makes its mark on the world stage. Liverpool Arab Arts...