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CairoScene
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Amman Music Festival Announces Full 2025 Lineup July 10th-11th
Taking place at Amman Golf Club, the festival will feature Frankey & Sandrino, The Synaptik, Avö, El Waili, Shehab and more. Jun 03, 2025 Amman Music Festival, considered Jordan's first and largest multi-genre music festival, has recently unveiled the full lineup for its 2025 edition, taking place at Amman Golf Club from July 10th to July 11th. The festival is bringing over a star-studded roster of over 30 international, regional and local artists to perform across three open-air stages: The Mirage, The Citadel, and The Obelisk. Featured on the bill is German electronic duo Frankey & Sandrino, Romanian singer Alexandra Stan, and Avö, a music producer, composer and DJ hailing from Portugal. The lineup also features Egyptian lo-fi shaabi maestro El Waili, indie artist Donia Wael, rap stars Shehab, Karim Osama and Kairokid, indie-electronic duo Husa & Zeyada, Lebanese popstar Gio MKL, Jordanian rapper The Synaptik, along with Egyptian DJ Awadly, among many others. These performances will be set alongside a wide range of activities, as well as immersive exhibitions by local artists. All tickets for the Amman Music Festival are two-day passes. Early bird tickets are available for purchase on their official website until June 6th.
Identity
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Identity
5 Musical Geniuses Behind Your Favorite Soundtracks
You might get hooked by the drama, the stellar acting, or the visual glam with every series or movie, but what seals the emotional deal is the soundtrack. Music can elevate every scene, translating emotions and storylines into melodies that stick with us long even after the credits roll. This one is all about appreciating the masterminds behind those unforgettable tracks. Khaled Al Kammar – Khali Balak Min Zizi It's warm, calm, and undeniably distinctive. Khaled El Kammar is one of the most respected composers and musicians, always leaving his unique mark on every soundtrack he creates, and Khali Balak Min Zizi is one of his standout pieces. Mina Samy – Lam Shamseya He's one of the most exciting discoveries in the music scene. You know a composer has struck the right chord when people start searching for the name behind the soundtrack, and that's precisely what happened with Mina and his beautiful work on Lam Shamseya last Ramadan. Hesham Nazih – Moon Knight He's already having his remarkable path. With over forty soundtracks for some truly beloved productions, Emmy-nominated composer Hesham Nazih continues to captivate us with his unique melodies, and Moon Knight stands out as a favorite among his recent works. El Waili – Safah El Giza El Waili never stops impressing his fans with his standout tracks. He's carved out an even bigger space in the music scene through his work on major productions like Safah El Giza and continued to shine with his latest soundtrack for Ekhwaty. Ashraf El Zeftawy – Ghorfa 207 Ghorfa 207 will always hit differently than any other drama soundtrack. Its beat was instantly gripping, pulling you right into the suspense and thrill of the series. His latest work on Montahy El Salaheya also serves as another reminder of Ashraf's undeniable talent, which continues to shine with every new project.
CairoScene
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
El Waili's Score of Ramadan Series ‘Ekhwaty' is a Nod to White Lotus
El Waili's Score of Ramadan Series 'Ekhwaty' is a Nod to White Lotus Ever since the beginning of Ramadan, there has been a feverish conversation all over social media about the undeniable similarities between El Waili's score on the Egyptian Ramadan 2025 series 'Ekhwaty' and the theme song of the iconic HBO hit 'The White Lotus'. And, as a loyal member of the #WhiteLotus fan community, I had to go watch 'Ekhwaty' myself to hear with my own ears that diabolical rumor. Turns out, it wasn't too far off. The creeping melodies, the almost imperceptible dissonance and that unsettling undercurrent that's become synonymous with Cristobal Tapia de Veer's White Lotus compositions in the first and second seasons, it's all there. However, there were no clear indications of such accuracy. So, instead of feeding into the already rowdy narrative on the Twitter-verse, we decided to do a little investigation and end the yapping with a word from El Waili himself. 'Definitely, the White Lotus soundtrack was a significant influence on the music direction, in line with Director Mohamed Shaker Khodeir's vision.'' El Waili tells SceneNoise, 'The idea was to develop an Egyptian sound and identity in the realm of music making that is influenced by the environment and focuses on combining the noises of the cityscape, as White Lotus is the most known in this genre.' Led by El Waili, the theme song of 'Ekhwaty' is a collaborative project with the composer and theatre director Salam Yosry and a group of producers and musicians, includinug Ahmed Bahaa, aka BOB, 5mastashr, and Amr Hamama, with support from Aly El Din Omar, Donia Wael and Tariq Anwar. The group combined recordings of human voices, noise textures and instrumentals to create a distinct sound that reflects the bizarreness and suspense of the series while being deeply connected to Egyptian culture. It's like El Waili asked himself, 'What if the 'White Lotus' was a family drama in Downtown Cairo?' (minus the boat). Directed by Mohamed Saker Khodeir and written by Muhab Tarek, 'Ekhwaty' is a gripping mystery thriller with a generous dash of wit, that follows the story of four sisters whose lives are turned upside down by a mysterious crime. The series brings together a powerhouse cast led by Nelly Karim, Ruby, Kinda Alloush and Gihan El-Shamashergy. From the subtle subliminal tension woven into the soundtrack and the aesthetics of the cinematography, you almost expect Jennifer Coolidge to swan in, clutching a hibiscus cocktail, saying 'Yoo-hoo', only to find the four sisters Nahed, Soha, Ahlam and Nagla laying Rabe3's lifeless body on the kitchen table. One could say, El Waili has planted his own little 'seed' of discord, musically speaking.
CairoScene
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Abo El Anwar to Perform in Abu Dhabi's BRED Festival on April 26th
The rapper joins a line-up of regional stars that includes El Waili, Dafencii and Abyusif. Mar 05, 2024 Rapper Abo El Anwar is set to perform in Abu Dhabi's neo-culture festival BRED on April 26th, joining a line-up of regional stars that includes El Waili, Dafencii and Abyusif. The announcement comes days after the rapper released his latest single, 'Mashakel Keteera'. Presented by Hypebeast, BRED Abu Dhabi is a celebration of street culture, an intermingling of hip-hop, basketball and street fashion. The festival will take place at Yas Bay from April 24th to 28th.
CairoScene
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Maurice Louca - Benhayyi Al-Baghbaghan (Remix)
Louca reflects on the creative process of the album, how it has aged, and the lasting impact it has had on the region's music landscape. Feb 16, 2025 Maurice Louca's groundbreaking album 'Benhayyi Al-Baghbaghan' ('Salute the Parrot') has been reimagined a decade after its original release with a new remix album, bringing fresh interpretations to one of the most influential records in contemporary Arab music. The remix compilation features seven tracks reworked by some of the region's most forward-thinking artists, including Deena Abdelwahed, Julmud, El Waili, Noise Dive, El Kontessa, 3Phaz and 3xOJ. Each artist infuses their own sonic identity into Louca's original compositions, pushing the boundaries of Egyptian shaabi and electronic experimentation. First released in 2014, 'Benhayyi Al-Baghbaghan' was a defining record that blurred the lines between traditional shaabi music and avant-garde electronic production, cementing Louca's reputation as a pioneer in the scene. In our recent interview with him at the remix album's launch party, he reflected on the creative process behind the original album, how it has aged over the past decade, and the lasting impact it has had on the region's music landscape. Louca also shared his thoughts on the reinterpretations of his work by the remix artists - including El Waili, 3Phaz, Maryam Saleh, and El Kontessa - and what the project means to him personally. Beyond Louca's perspective, we also spoke with the contributing artists about the significance of 'Benhayyi Al-Baghbaghan', its influence on their own musical journeys, and how they approached reworking such a seminal record. Their insights offer a deeper understanding of the album's legacy and its continued resonance in today's experimental music scene. Watch the full interview:
