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CairoScene
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Farhot Samples Arabic & Somali Classics in Downtempo EP ‘Raqs'
The acclaimed Afghan producer steps outside his comfort zone to explore the musical heritage of Arabic-speaking regions. Aug 14, 2025 Afghan-born producer Farhot has been a Deutschrap staple since the mid-2000s, known for his unruly productions that celebrate his heritage through a collage of vocal samples and diasporic sounds. His latest offering, 'Raqs', Farhot steps outside his comfort zone to explore the musical heritage of mostly Arabic-speaking regions from North Africa to West Asia and East Africa. He samples classics and traditional sounds from Egypt, Lebanon and Somalia, crafting complex and playful productions that are still imbued with his sonic signature, particularly his unconventional approach to chopping and distorting vocals. Built for the dancefloor, the five-track EP is a chillout groove that almost serves as a scattershot homage to rich and diverse musical traditions across the region. On 'Hooyoo', Farhot linked up with German record producer Siriusmo, flipping Somali traditional dance melodies into a bouncy afro-house cut, while 'Yana', featuring Daniel Kimaz, samples the chorus of Sabah's 'Yana Yana' into a hybrid of classical compositions, rattling drum loops, and ambient textures. Meanwhile, Fairuz's 'Al Quds' appears drastically different, dressed in almost experimental uptempo productions.
New Straits Times
13-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Poland exit Women's Euros with heads held high after Denmark win
OBERENTFELDEN, Switzerland: Poland signed off their maiden Women's Euros in style with a 3-2 victory over Denmark, showing that they had learned the lessons of defeats by Germany and Sweden to grab their historic first goals and first win at the tournament. With their exits already guaranteed, both Poland and Denmark were playing only for pride when the two sides met on Saturday in Lucerne, and it was the Poles who took the spoils with another spirited display. "It's a great feeling," team captain and goal-scorer Ewa Pajor said. "We fought in every match, from the first minute to the last, and were finally rewarded for it. This win is another step forward in our development." The Polish players could barely conceal their delight at registering a win at their first major tournament. "I have no words to describe it! I don't know what to say. I'm very happy that we did it. This is the best moment of my life," said Natalia Padilla, who netted Poland's first goal. Pajor paid tribute to the Polish fans who had made the trip to support their team through the group stage. "They were really fantastic, from the very first match right through to this last one. We are very grateful that they were with us throughout the tournament," she said. For the Danes, there was to be no fairytale ending for Afghan-born forward Nadia Nadim as the 37-year-old brought down the curtain on her long and influential international career that saw her play 108 times for her country. "I have been a part, with many others, to kind of put Denmark on the footballing map a bit more, and I've been so proud to have been part of this team for 16 to 17 years," Nadim said. "I have loved every part of it – not the ending I wanted, but sometimes football can be cruel." — REUTERS
Straits Times
13-07-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
Poland exit Women's Euros with heads held high after Denmark win
OBERENTFELDEN, Switzerland - Poland signed off their maiden Women's Euros in style with a 3-2 victory over Denmark, showing that they had learned the lessons of defeats by Germany and Sweden to grab their historic first goals and first win at the tournament. With their exits already guaranteed, both Poland and Denmark were playing only for pride when the two sides met on Saturday in Lucerne, and it was the Poles who took the spoils with another spirited display. "It's a great feeling," team captain and goal-scorer Ewa Pajor said. "We fought in every match, from the first minute to the last, and were finally rewarded for it. This win is another step forward in our development." The Polish players could barely conceal their delight at registering a win at their first major tournament. "I have no words to describe it! I don't know what to say. I'm very happy that we did it. This is the best moment of my life," said Natalia Padilla, who netted Poland's first goal. Pajor paid tribute to the Polish fans who had made the trip to support their team through the group stage. "They were really fantastic, from the very first match right through to this last one. We are very grateful that they were with us throughout the tournament," she said. For the Danes, there was to be no fairytale ending for Afghan-born forward Nadia Nadim as the 37-year-old brought down the curtain on her long and influential international career that saw her play 108 times for her country. "I have been a part, with many others, to kind of put Denmark on the footballing map a bit more, and I've been so proud to have been part of this team for 16 to 17 years," Nadim said. "I have loved every part of it -- not the ending I wanted, but sometimes football can be cruel." REUTERS
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Afghan-born Nadim back in Denmark squad for Euros
Nadia Nadim took up football at a refugee camp and has earned over 100 caps for Denmark [Getty Images] Denmark forward Nadia Nadim will return to the national team following an 18-month absence after she was named in their 23-player squad for next month's Euro 2025. Nadim, 37, represented Denmark in the 2022 edition in England but has not played for the country since a Nation's League defeat by Germany in December 2023. Advertisement The Afghan-born player spent last season on loan at Swedish side Hammarby and has also played for Manchester City, Paris St-Germain and AC Milan. Nadim has won more than 100 caps for Denmark and guided them to a runner-up finish in Euro 2017 - scoring in a 4-2 defeat by the Netherlands in the final. "We see Nadia as a player capable of making a difference for us," Denmark head coach Andree Jeglertz told public television network DR. "She also has experience in major tournaments, which I believe could be valuable for the squad." A medical graduate, Nadim fled Afghanistan with her mother and four sisters when she was 11 after her father was executed by the Taliban. Advertisement The Denmark squad is headlined by captain and former Chelsea forward Pernille Harder while Crystal Palace defender Katrine Veje and identical twins Sara and Karen Holmgaard, both playing for Everton, are also called up. The Danes are pooled with Germany, Poland and Sweden in Group C of Euro 2025, which will be held in Switzerland from July 2 to 27. Denmark squad Goalkeepers: Alberte Vingum (HB Koge), Kathrine Larsen (Sampdoria), Maja Bay Ostergaard (Vaxjo). Defenders: Emma Faerge (Fiorentina), Frederikke Thogersen (Roma), Isabella Obaze (Portland Thorns), Katrine Veje (Crystal Palace), Sanne Troelsgaard (Roma), Sara Holmgaard (Everton), Sara Thrige (PSV Eindhoven), Stine Ballisager (Fiorentina). Advertisement Midfielders: Emma Snerle (Fiorentina), Janni Thomsen (Utah Royals), Josefine Hasbo (Gotham FC), Karen Holmgaard (Everton), Kathrine Kuhl (Roma), Rikke Madsen (Everton). Forwards: Amalie Vangsgaard (Juventus), Cornelia Kramer (Bayer Leverkusen), Nadia Nadim (Hammarby), Pernille Harder (Bayern Munich), Signe Bruun (Real Madrid), Sofie Bredgaard (Fiorentina).
France 24
20-06-2025
- Sport
- France 24
Afghan-born Nadia Nadim returns to Danish team for Euros
The Afghan-born forward, who plays for Hammarby in the Swedish league after stints with Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain and AC Milan, last appeared for Denmark against Germany in 2023. "We see Nadia as a player capable of making a difference for us. She also has experience in major tournaments, which I believe could be valuable for the squad," coach Andree Jeglertz told public television DR. The 37-year-old medical graduate arrived in Denmark at the age of 12 after her father was assassinated by the Taliban. She finished runner-up with Denmark at Euro 2017, scoring from the penalty spot in a 4-2 defeat to hosts the Netherlands. The Women's Euro 2025 tournament will be held in Switzerland from July 2 to 27.
