Palestinian traditional Arabic singer Salwa Jaradat & Lebanon’s wizard of Electronica Etyen come together for the 2nd release in the Thawra Records & Found Sound Nation co-release series, presenting their 2-track collaborative EP “Galah Waji”, developed during the OneBeat Lebanon music residency, and exploring the themes of mother-tongue, and the use of coded language & symbols in folklore, as a way of resistance against censorship and oppression; themes relevant to the common experience of both artists in their native countries.

Fleeing conflict and oppression in her native Palestine, Salwa Jaradat migrated to Lebanon almost a decade ago, and has become an integral part of the fabric of the local traditional music culture, performing avidly with a number of traditional orchestras and alongside renowned Arab artists and musicians. While this collaboration marks the first non-traditional experiment for the Palestinian native, Etyen however is no stranger to the modern music industry, and has earned the title of “wizard of Electronica” in his local scene since his first foray back in 2014; a fitting title given the artist’s endeavors and achievements over the last decade. Internationally recognized for his forward-thinking musical approach, Etyen has received honors as a Red Bull Music Academy and OneBeat alum’, to name a few, and has performed on three continents, including at Sonar Barcelona, Mutek, and RBMA Montreal festival among other notable appearances.

With “Galah Waji”, the pair each explore their new uncharted territories, marrying the futuristic with the traditional in a clear juxtaposition that embodies the duality of the modern Arab identity. 

Galah Waji by Etyen & Salwa Jaradat
Produced by Etyen
Mastered by Christopher Botta
Artwork by Amy Chiniara
Released on Thawra Records & Found Sound Nation © 2022

Etyen & Salwa Jaradat - Galah Waji

'Meet Me in Beirut' is Hadi Zeidan's 4th solo album.
Featuring eight tracks and a bonus cut, the album is a musical examination of scenes lived or imagined by the artist in his home city Beirut.

Compositions span from kraut-inspired patterns to garage rock, bellydance noise and a synth maqam solo, in a quest to emancipate Zeidan's work from the normative genres.

Digital release only.

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INHALE is a concept that bring the talented Tunisian DJ with their underground techno music to share their inspiration and share their visions with the crowd.

Streaming monthly form SKAVILLE SOUSSE.

More of INHALE: https://www.radioflouka.com/residents/inhale

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With this new EP Romena - a traditional Sfaxian song - KHALIL EPI continues to push the boundaries of electronic music into North African culture. In this four-track EP, the Tunisian producer and multi-instrumentalist conduct an exciting mix of heavy bass music and traditional rhythmic patterns, creating a unique musical experience that transcends cultural boundaries. The tracks are energetic and catchy, offering a dynamic atmosphere perfect for club dancers and festival-goers.

Khalil EPI’s work revolves around the electronic and contemporary reinterpretation of North African traditional and popular music. After the success of his album Frigya with percussionist Imed Alibi, and the project Aïta mon amour with Moroccan singer Widad Mjama, he returns with Romena to introduce Tunisian popular music into clubs and festivals around the world.

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Produced by Nuri
Voice : Sassia
Voice Recording: Ghoula & Aly Mrabet

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All tracks composed, recorded and mixed by Nuri
All samples used by permission
Mastered by Benoit Courribet
Cover artwork & design by Sarah Ennouri
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