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  • Abadi Al Johar: Five Decades Along the Road of Saudi Music
  • Mohammed Assaf Releases “3al Hillah”A Modern Take on Arab Folk Music
  • In Canada: Cardi B Named First-Ever Global Woman of the Year at Billboard Canada Women in Music 2026

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billboard.com /3 weeks ago

Abadi Al Johar: Five Decades Along the Road of Saudi Music

For Billboard Arabia’s September cover, Abadi Al Johar reflects on his journey at the heart of Saudi music.

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identity-mag.com /4 days ago

Mohammed Assaf Releases “3al Hillah”A Modern Take on Arab Folk Music

Beirut, 1st Of October, 2026: Mohammed Assaf returns with “3al Hillah,” a vibrant new release celebrating the beauty of the Arab woman through poetic lyrics and vivid imagery drawn...

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billboard.com /6 days ago

In Canada: Cardi B Named First-Ever Global Woman of the Year at Billboard Canada Women in Music 2026

Also up north this week: Drake extends a chart record with "Habibti" and holders of obstructed Backstreet Boys tickets may get an upgrade.

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albawaba.com /4 days ago

Yasmine Sabri and Moatasem Al Nahar unveil ‘Naseeb’ film poster

ALBAWABA - ‘Naseeb’ official poster revealed as Yasmine Sabri and Moatasem Al Nahar prepare for cinema release...

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billboard.com /2 days ago

Billboard & Maybelline Announce Partnership to Elevate Artists at Latin Music Week 2026

The exclusive news was shared during an Executive Keynote conversation.

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digitalmusicnews.com /2 weeks ago

WMG’s Re-Org Reaches MENA, Pairing a Promotion With a Sony Hire

Warner Music Group expands its regional leadership in the Middle East and North Africa after seismic shifts across the United States and beyond. Warner Music Group (WMG) has announ...

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billboard.com /3 weeks ago

Miley, Madonna, ADÉLA & More: Highlights of This Week’s Billboard Charts

All of Billboard’s charts update each Tuesday.

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billboard.com /1 month ago

Yasuhisa Hara’s ‘Kingdom’ Vol. 80 Tops Billboard Japan Book Hot 100

MAZZEL's debut photobook with ZEAL — marking the group's third debut anniversary, shot on location in Pattaya, Thailand — lands at No. 2.

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sflcn.com /1 month ago

The Caribbean Music Awards Taps Billboard for Trinidad & Tobago Debut

NEW YORK, NY – The Caribbean Music Awards is making its Trinidad & Tobago debut with a major global media boost. The event is announcing Billboard as the Official Global Media...

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billboard.com /1 month ago

Ariana Grande, Shakira & Burna Boy Score 2026’s Top Summer Songs on Billboard’s Global Charts

These became the biggest worldwide hits between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

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blog.dubaicityguide.com /2 weeks ago

Vogue Arabia Announces Its Inaugural Vogue Arabia Ball: Art Edition

Vogue Arabia announces the launch of the Vogue Arabia Ball, a new annual celebration under Condé Nast Middle East’s owned-and-operated portfolio. Each edition will have its own dis...

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billboard.com /1 month ago

Ella Langley, Adéla, Beyoncé & More: Highlights of This Week’s Billboard Charts

All of Billboard’s charts update each Tuesday.

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hiphopwired.com /1 week ago

Drake’s ‘HABIBTI (FOMO)’ Makes Its Way Onto The Billboard 200

After yet another release, Drake finds himself back on top. The OVO rapper is closing out the year by giving his fans exactly what they wanted. Not only did they get ICEMAN, but Dr...

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marhaba.qa /1 month ago

BilAraby Annual Gathering Brings 1,600 Participants Together in Doha

The Qatar Foundation has concluded the second edition of the BilAraby Annual Gathering, bringing together 1,600 participants for discussions on building digital platforms that serv...

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pocketgamer.biz /1 month ago

Roblox launches Arabic social channels with Roblox Arabia

Roblox has officially launched Roblox Arabia, a new set of Arabic-language social media channels aimed at bringing the platform closer to its community across the Arab world. The...

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billboard.com /3 weeks ago

‘KOKO’ Sends Omar Courtz to First Billboard No. 1: ‘Means So Much to Me’

The song tops Latin Rhythm Airplay and adds a 17th week in the top 10 on Hot Latin Songs.

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identity-mag.com /2 weeks ago

عامر تطلق «Winter Beach» في بورتو السخنة لتقديم أول تجربة شاطئية شتوية في الشرق الأوسط بحفل يحييه راغب علامة

القاهرة 4-10-2026: أعلنت مجموعة عامر القابضة، عن إطلاق «Winter Beach» في بورتو السخنة، وهي وجهة ترفيهية جديدة تجمع بين أجواء الشاطئ الرملي والطبيعة الجبلية المميزة للعين السخنة، لت...

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musicbusinessworldwide.com /1 month ago

SoundExchange strikes reciprocal agreement with the UAE’s MusicNation, opening neighboring rights royalty flows in both...

SoundExchange-affiliated artists will collect royalties for broadcasts in the UAE, while Emirati creators will receive payouts for US airplay. Source

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newsamericasnow.com /2 weeks ago

Jamaican Dancehall Artiste Skippa Named Billboard Caribbean Rising Star

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rollingstone.com /1 month ago

The Jamaican Riddim That’s Shown Up Across 2000s Hits, Arab Pop, and Now, ‘BbY WOW’

The Karol G collab is Number One on Spotify's Global charts, and many listeners will recognize its drum pattern from hits by Nina Sky, Sean Paul, and more

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whatson.ae /3 days ago

Saint Levant is headlining a new music festival in Dubai this December

Calling all the coolest Gen Zs in the chat: A brand-new music fest in Dubai called ‘Dopa World’ just dropped Are you a Gen Z who loves a good Arabic R&B, hip-hop and trap music...

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billboard.com /3 days ago

Omar Al-Joulani Presents Hans Schafer with Executive of the Year | Latin Music Power Players 2026

Hans Schafer accepts Executive of the Year from Omar Al-Joulani.

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albawaba.com /1 day ago

Trump in prison: Iran unveils new billboard

ALBAWABA - Iran stirred debate on social media after unveiling a new billboard of U.S. President Donald Trump behind bars...

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webwire.com /2 weeks ago

Warner Music MENA Expands Regional Leadership

Warner Music Group (WMG) today announced a strategic expansion of its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) leadership team as the company continues to position itself for growth acr...

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