This week, we’re dialling in the next generation of Arab artists rewriting what Arab pop sounds like.

Forget what you think Arab music is - the scene has shifted. It’s layered, bilingual, and unapologetically global. From the shimmering synths of Saint Levant to the bold pop stylings of Zeyne and the genre-blending energy of Elyanna, this playlist captures artists who are rewriting the rules while staying deeply rooted. Think Arabic lyrics, western production, desert-city nights, and diaspora dreams.

Here are some tunes making waves right now - hit play here, turn it up, and let the rhythms transport you.