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Chris Martin: Hymns inspire me

Chris Martin: Hymns inspire me

Chris Martin says learning about rhythm ’n’ blues and religious music was a “good education”. The star’s band Coldplay.. More..
Queen Latifah proud be to inspirational

Queen Latifah proud be to inspirational

Queen Latifah believes hip-hop needs more female rappers. The star has recently become known for her acting skills.. More..
Mariah Carey records Bieber duet

Mariah Carey records Bieber duet

Mariah Carey and Justin Bieber have recorded a version of All I Want for Christmas Is You for his festive album.. More..
Joe Jonas: Going solo is scary

Joe Jonas: Going solo is scary

Joe Jonas has spoken about his current solo effort. The 22-year-old musician’s first solo record Fastlife is due to be.. More..
Coldplay write in doll’s house

Coldplay write in doll’s house

Coldplay wrote new track Charlie Brown in a playhouse belonging to Chris Martin’s daughter. The Coldplay frontman.. More..
Lady Gaga and Cher ‘party’ on duet

Lady Gaga and Cher ‘party’ on duet

RedOne was overcome when he was given the opportunity to work with Cher as he’s such a huge fan of hers.. More..
Mick Jagger: Joss never stops singing

Mick Jagger: Joss never stops singing

Sir Mick Jagger says SuperHeavy’s jam sessions were “a dangerous way to go” about producing a record.. More..
Bieber and Usher record festive duet

Bieber and Usher record festive duet

Justin Bieber says the duet he as recorded with Usher for his Christmas album is “crazy”. The 17-year-old pop star.. More..
Sherin decides to release her album in March 2012

Sherin decides to release her album in March 2012

After her album was dated to be released January 2012, singer Sherin Abdel Wahab decides to postpones the album.. More..
Adele: I would prefer sons

Adele: I would prefer sons

Adele’s friends call her ‘Pam’ when out and about so she doesn’t get recognised. The 23-year-old singer is currently.. More..
Amr Diab composes 8 songs from his new album

Amr Diab composes 8 songs from his new album

Singer Amr Diab handed over his new album to Rotana producing company, after the album was due to be released.. More..
Drake: Bieber should cuss like me

Drake: Bieber should cuss like me

Drake says it was “crazy” that Justin Bieber chose to remix his song Trust Issues. Justin debuted the track over.. More..
Wadih Al Safi: I lost Millions with Rotana

Wadie Al Safi: I lost Millions with Rotana

Lebanese singer Wadie Al Safi accused record label "Rotana" of costing him millions of dollars due to the exclusive.. More..
David Guetta Releases Duet with Jennifer Hudson

David Guetta Releases Duet with Jennifer Hudson

International DJ David Guetta released a new song online, with singer Jennifer Hudson. "CloserNews.com" reported.. More..
 Monir’s album postponed until Eid Al Adha

Mounir’s album postponed until Eid Al Adha

Time was inadequate for singer Mohamed Mounir to finish his new album and release it during Eid Al Adha.. More..
Bieber Titled Worst Pop Singer in History

Bieber Titled Worst Pop Singer in History

Canadian singer Justin Bieber has topped the charts of worst pop singer of all times, considering his songs are limited.. More..

Amr Diab postpones his album

Artist and singer Amr Diab along with the producing company Rotana decided to postpone the release of Amr's new album.. More..
Arabika company signs a contract with singer Mohamed Monir  for his new album distribution after Eid El Fitr

Mounir signs with Arabika company

After many negotiations Arabika company was able to sign a contract with singer Mohamed Mounir for the production.. More..
Latifa: No Duet with Haifa

Latifa: No Duet with Haifa

Tunisian singer Latifa reported she can't be in a duet with Lebanese singer Haifa Wahbe although she loves her singing.. More..
Najwa Karam is First in Mega Stores

Najwa Karam is First in Mega Stores

Lebanese singer Najwa Karam is at the top of the "Mega Stores" list with the best Arabic album for the sixth week.. More..
Melhem Zein to Perform at Fakra Castle

Melhem Zein to Perform at Fakra Castle

Lebanese singer Melhem Zein will hold a concert at the Fakra Castle in Lebanon on August 14, 2011.. More..
Angham: Not Conflicted with Rotana

Angham: Not Conflicted with Rotana

Egyptian singer Angham denied having a conflict with record label "Rotana" over the renewal of their contract.. More..
Nancy Ajram: Im a coward when it Comes to Choices

Nancy Ajram: I'm a coward when it Comes to Choices

Lebanese singer Nancy Ajram admitted she is a coward when it comes to choosing her new artistic projects, ruling.. More..
Amr Diab to Launch Amr Diabs World

Amr Diab to Launch Amr Diab's World

Egyptian pop star Amr Diab will soon launch his website "Amr Diab's World", which will feature all of his latest news.. More..
Ramy Ayach: Not a Revolutionary Singer

Ramy Ayach: Not a Revolutionary Singer

Lebanese singer Ramy Ayach refused to become as revolutionary singer, noting he hates inciting people to shed blood.. More..
Amr Diab reduces his fee

Amr Diab reduces his fee

Egyptian singer Amr Diab decided to reduce his fee for performing at any wedding from EGP 400,000 Egyptian pounds.. More..
Singer Ganaat is singing 2 religious songs in Ramadan

Singer Jannat is singing 2 religious songs in Ramadan

Moroccan singer Jannat decided to sing 2 singles during the month of Ramadan. The songs will be compensation to her.. More..
Hamaki Back After Eid ul Fitr

Hamaki Back After Eid ul Fitr

Egyptian singer Mohamed Hamaki will return to his fans with a big concert on the third day of Eid ul Fitr in Porto.. More..
Problems between singer Hussein Al Jasmy and Rotana result in pending the contract renewal  between both sides.

Problems between singer Hussein Al Jasmy and Rotana

Problems between singer “Hussein Al Jasmy” and Rotana result in pending the contract renewal between both sides.. More..
Amal Maher films Rayeh Beya Fein?

Amal Maher films Rayeh Beya Fein?

Egyptian singer Amal Maher traveled to Turkey to film her new music video "Rayeh Beya Fein?" with director Sherif.. More..
Haifa Wahbe Performs in Beirut

Haifa Wahbe Performs in Beirut

Lebanese singer Haifa Wahbe will hold a concert on July 23, 2011 at a hotel in the Lebanese capital of Beirut.. More..
Najwa Karam films Mafi Nom in 3D

Najwa Karam films Mafi Nom in 3D

Lebanese singer Najwa Karam finished filming her music video "Mafi Nom" (No Sleep) in 3D with director Waleed.. More..
Amr Diab to Perform in Eid Al Fitr

Amr Diab to Perform in Eid Al Fitr

Concert organizer Walid Mansour is organizing a concert for Egyptian singer Amr Diab in the city of Sharm El Sheikh.. More..
Wael Jassar: I dont exploit religion for money

Wael Jassar: I don't exploit religion for money

Lebanese singer Wael Jassar says his release of a second religious album for children is not considered trading with.. More..
Ahmed Adawiya to Launch New Single

Ahmed Adawiya to Launch New Single

Egyptian singer Ahmed Adawiya finished recording a new song entitled "El Ghayeb Maloush Nayeb", scheduled.. More..
Adele and Alicia Keys Duet

Adele and Alicia Keys' Duet

Swizz Beatz, American star Alicia Keys' manager, has expressed an interest in producing a duet between his wife.. More..
Mai Kassab: Rotana stood in my way

Mai Kassab: Rotana stood in my way

Egyptian singer-actress Mai Kassab says record label "Rotana" was the reason she was absent at some stage, because.. More..
Joe Jonas to tour with Chris Brown?

Joe Jonas to tour with Chris Brown?

American star Joe Jonas revealed he wants to tour with American hip hop singer Chris Brown.. More..
Tamer Hosny accused of theft

Tamer Hosny accused of theft

Egyptian TV presenter Ahmed Abdel Aziz accused Tamer Hosny of stealing three songs and featuring them on his.. More..
Beyonce to premiere new song

Beyonce to premiere new song

American star Beyonce will soon premiere her latest music video, "Best Thing I Never Had". "Billboard.com" reports.. More..
Al Saher wont attend For Egypt Festival

Al Saher won't attend For Egypt Festival

Iraqi singer Kazem Al Saher announced he won't be attending the "For Egypt" Festival. Egyptian newspaper.. More..
Rihannas Concert Finishes Early

Rihanna's Concert Finishes Early

American star Rihanna faced some trouble during her July 8th concert in Dallas, and was forced to end it due to a fire.. More..
Aline Khalaf on Heik Menghani

Aline Khalaf on Heik Menghani

Lebanese singer Aline Khalaf took part on the musical show "Heik Menghani", hosted by Lebanese singer Maya Diab.. More..
Jay Z Prepares New Album

Jay Z Prepares New Album

American star Jay Z says he began preparing for his new album, which will be the sequel to "The Blue Print 3" which.. More..
Mounirs fans will secure concerts

Mounir's fans will secure concerts

Fans of Egyptian singer Mohamed Mounir announced they are capable of securing any concert by their favorite star.. More..
Red Hot Chilis reborn

Red Hot Chilis reborn

One of the most hotly awaited new albums of the year is undoubtedly the new one by the unstoppable Red Hot Chili Peppers!.. More..
Sherine wins 2011 Murex DOr

Sherine wins 2011 Murex D'Or

Arab singers resume to comment on the "Murex D'Or Music Awards", whether they are winners or just viewers.. More..
Mika to launch third studio album

Mika to launch third studio album

American pop singer Mika will launch his third studio album in early 2012. The singer posted on his website his third.. More..
Diana Haddad sings for children

Diana Haddad sings for children

Lebanese singer Diana Haddad is waiting for a special occasion to launch her new single "Morkab Warag" which she.. More..
Louay releases album promo

Louay releases album promo

"Pyramedia" is preparing to release the promo of Egyptian singer Louay's album "Alabt El Donia" (You Turned the.. More..
Laura Marling - I Speak Because I Can

Laura Marling - I Speak Because I Can

If you'll forgive the analogy, Laura Marling is the Wayne Rooney of nu-folk. Hailed as a prodigious talent at the tender.. More..
Where We Are - Westlife

Where We Are - Westlife

A question for anyone who thinks TV talent shows like X Factor are killing the personality of pop music: can you name.. More..
Magida El-Roumi at Jounieh Festival

Magda El-Roumi at Jounieh Festival

Lebanese singer Magda El-Roumi was spectacular in a white dress at the "I Love Jounieh" events in Jounieh, Lebanon.. More..
Dina Hayek records TV show theme

Dina Hayek records TV show theme

Lebanese singer Dina Hayek recently finished recording the soundtrack for the television drama "Ishq Al Haram".. More..
Pascal Mashalani song hijacked

Pascal Mashalani song hijacked

The song "Tale' Tale' Bethadedni Eny Tale'" by emerging singer Robensa was leaked to tease Lebanese singer.. More..
Khaled Selim: Ana Muwaten Masri

Khaled Selim: Ana Muwaten Masri

Egyptian singer Khaled Selim finished recording his new patriotic song "Ana Muwaten Masri" (I'm an Egyptian Citizen).. More..
Angham reveals Lyrics

Angham reveals Lyrics

Egyptian singer Angham revealed lyrics to a song from her Khaliji album "Esh Galby" (My Heart's Nest) which is almost.. More..
Katy Perry suffers sore throat

Katy Perry suffers sore throat

Katy Perry hoped her “cocktail of prescribed drugz” would see her through her show last night. The American singer.. More..
Shakira in Egypt next November

Shakira in Egypt next November

Concert organizer Waleed Mansour announced Shakira will be performing in Egypt at the end of November 2011.. More..
Amy Winehouse cancels European shows

Amy Winehouse cancels European shows

Troubled British singer Amy Winehouse was booed off stage in Serbia on Saturday night, after reportedly arriving.. More..
Haifa Wehbe meets Timbaland

Haifa Wehbe meets Timbaland

Lebanese pop star Haifa Wehbe held a concert in Dubai for "Al Jazira" football team under the slogan "Celebration.. More..
Liza Minnelli made album in pyjamas

Liza Minnelli made album in pyjamas

Liza Minnelli sounded like a “wounded bird” when she first started singing. The 65-year-old actress-and-singer recently.. More..
Yara postpones album

Yara postpones album

Lebanese singer Yara will postpone the release of her new album because of turbulent conditions in the Arab region.. More..
Christina Aguilera: I love authentic singers

Christina Aguilera: I love authentic singers

Christina Aguilera says her three-year-old son Max is keen to follow in her singing footsteps and already has his “mama’s lungs”.. More..
Nancy Ajram to record Ewaa Keda

Nancy Ajram to record Ewaa Keda

Lebanese singer Nancy Ajram will record her single "Ewaa Keda" (Move Please) in the Egyptian dialect sometime.. More..
Beyoncé Knowles’ new album leaked online

Beyoncé Knowles’ new album leaked online

Beyoncé Knowles' eagerly awaited new album has been leaked online three weeks before its official release.. More..
Cartoon music video by Rola Saad

Cartoon music video by Rola Saad

Lebanese singer Rola Saad has finished filming her new video for the song "Raasni Dakhlak" (Make me dance, please).. More..
Maria in duet with Banderas

Maria in duet with Banderas

Lebanese singer Maria announced a huge project joining her with Spanish star Antonio Banderas, though she refused.. More..
Nelly Makdessi records Ya Arab

Nelly Makdessi records Ya Arab

Lebanese singer Nelly Makdessi recorded her new song "Ya Arab", written by Nizar Francis, composed by Ziad.. More..
Lady Gaga: Critics aren’t important

Lady Gaga: Critics aren’t important

Lady Gaga's colourful costumes and energetic live shows have propelled her to superstardom. However, she faced.. More..
Sean Kingston in Intensive Care

Sean Kingston in Intensive Care

The 21 year old Jamaican- American Hip Hop artist was recently admitted to Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami Beach after a major Jet Ski accident. More..
Alicia Keys: My words are scrutinised

Alicia Keys: My words are scrutinised

Alicia Keys considers herself an “artist” as she doesn’t like to stick to just one skill. More..
Amr Diab films two music videos

Amr Diab films two music videos

Egyptian recording artist Amr Diab worked with an international director to film two music videos from his new album.. More..
Dolly Parton: I meditate before shows

Dolly Parton: I meditate before shows

Dolly Parton says the food she cooks isn’t “pretty” but it “tastes good”. The 65-year-old country music legend is famed.. More..
Steve Martin: I’m happier as a musician

Steve Martin: I’m happier as a musician

Steve Martin admits he sometimes feels “a little inferior” when surrounded by remarkable musicians.. More..
Amina and Al Soghayer in duet

Amina and Al Soghayer in duet

Egyptian singer Amina Al Fakharani revealed she and Saad Al Soghayer are preparing to collaborate on a patriotic.. More..
Khouri and Angham to collaborate

Khouri and Angham to collaborate

Lebanese singer-composer-songwriter Marwan Khouri revealed he is preparing for a duet with Egyptian singer Angham.. More..
Haifa Wehbe in orange

Haifa Wehbe in orange

Lebanese pop star Haifa Wehbe released the orange-saturated cover of her new album. “Mawaly.com” reports Wehbe.. More..
Latifa to perform in Palestine

Latifa to perform in Palestine

Tunisian singer Latifa received an official invitation to perform at the Palestine International Festival, which will be.. More..
Ramy Ayach: Dabke music is not the same

Ramy Ayach: 'Dabke' music is not the same

Lebanese singer Ramy Ayach expressed his annoyance at the distortion which has struck Lebanese 'dabke' music.. More..
Rashed Al Majed quits Mawazine

Rashed Al Majed quits Mawazine

Saudi singer Rashed Al Majed Rashed Al Majed put the administration of Mawazine International Music Festival.. More..
Paul McCartney to release pop hits

Paul McCartney to release pop hits

Sir Paul McCartney is wary of being compared to Rod Stewart when people hear his new album. The former Beatles.. More..
Marwan Khoury composes for Elissar

Marwan Khoury composes for Elissar

Elissar announced that Marwan Khoury is composing her new song in Khaliji slang. Her new Khaliji single, written.. More..
Ajram wins best revolution song

Ajram wins 'best revolution song'

It appears that Lebanese singers have grown used to playing musical chairs when it comes to various polls, and no other.. More..
Simon Cowell loves Frank Sinatra

Simon Cowell loves Frank Sinatra

Simon Cowell was thrilled to receive the “ultimate gift” from his idol Frank Sinatra. The music mogul’s older brother.. More..
Medhat Saleh to launch his album

Medhat Saleh to launch his album

Medhat Saleh's fans will finally be able to listen to his new album scheduled for release this summer. In a press release.. More..
George Michael: I’m in awe of Aretha

George Michael: I’m in awe of Aretha

George Michael makes simple demands when he’s on tour, although he does like to make sure there are flowers and.. More..
Mariah Carey recorded new material during pregnancy

Mariah Carey recorded new material during pregnancy

Mariah Carey’s husband Nick Cannon has revealed the singer felt inspired while expecting twins. The singer, who gave.. More..
Tamer Hosny records theme of Adam

Tamer Hosny records theme of ''Adam''

Tamer Hosny recorded the theme song to his debut television series “Adam”, with lyrics by famous revolutionary poet.. More..
Madonna ‘plans musical career for Lourdes’

Madonna ‘plans musical career for Lourdes’

Madonna reportedly has plans to ensure her daughter becomes “one of the biggest female artists in the world”.. More..
Jennifer Lopez: My album echoes teenage thoughts

Jennifer Lopez: My album echoes teenage thoughts

Jennifer Lopez was blown away when she realised she was going to be working with RedOne and Lady Gaga.. More..
Moby: I almost turned into Woody Allen

Moby: I almost turned into Woody Allen

Moby thinks that being a human can be “baffling”. The 45-year-old musician has enjoyed immense success in the industry.. More..
Gary Barlow is an X Factor judge

Gary Barlow is an X Factor judge

According to sources, Kelly Rowland is in talks to take over Cheryl Cole’s seat on Britain’s X Factor panel.. More..
Ali El Haggar:  State Security preferred Kathem Al Saher

Ali El Haggar: State Security preferred Kathem Al Saher

Egyptian singer Ali El Haggar said State Security during ousted President Mubarak’s reign deprived him from singing.. More..
Latifas new single Believe me

Latifa's new single ''Believe me''

Tunisian singer Latifa recorded her new single “Sadaqni” (Believe me) at Faiz AlSaid’s Studio in Dubai. Alanba.co.. More..
Haifa Wehbe prepares to release the song  Mama

Haifa Wehbe prepares to release the song Mama

Lebanese singer Haifa Wehbe will soon release her new children's song "Mama". Egyptian newspaper "Al Dustoor".. More..
Myriam Fares shooting Ya Sareya

Myriam Fares shooting ''Ya Sareya''

Lebanese recording artist Myriam Fares is working on her new music video “Ya Sareya”. Zoom website reports the song.. More..
Diana Haddad takes break to focus on family

Diana Haddad takes break to focus on family

Lebanese singer Diana Haddad says she's been absent from the music scene because she is busy taking care of her.. More..
Amr Diab and Shakira together in concert in Abu Dhabi

Amr Diab and Shakira together in concert in Abu Dhabi

The record label "Rotana" surprised fans of Egyptian singer Amr Diab and Colombian superstar Shakira with a joint.. More..
Hussam Habibi sings against injustice

Hussam Habib sings against injustice

Egyptian singer Hussam Habib says his new song "Aala Sawt" is a message about the injustice and oppression suffered.. More..
Fergie loves music time with husband

Fergie loves music time with husband

Fergie reveals she adores visits to her in-laws, as she loves to sample their unique accents. The 36-year-old has been.. More..
Britney Spears: I’m used to the spotlight

Britney Spears: I’m used to the spotlight

Britney Spears says she is looking forward to being on the road again after “growing to love it” at the peak of her career.. More..
Carrie Underwood: I will still make music

Carrie Underwood: I will still make music

Carrie Underwood tells her fans that despite a foray into the film industry, music will always be her number one passion.. More..
Beyoncé Knowles drops father as manager

Beyoncé Knowles drops father as manager

Beyoncé and her father Mathew Knowles have ended their business relationship and he will no longer act as her manager.. More..
Marc Anthony: My wife is always right

Marc Anthony: My wife is always right

Marc Anthony says having a recording studio at home is particularly helpful for his creativity. The 41-year-old crooner.. More..
Dina Hayek finishes filming  Ya Omi

Dina Hayek finishes shooting Ya Omi

Lebanese singer Dina Hayek finished shooting the music video "Ya Omi" (Mother) to mark Mother's Day.. More..
Nancy Ajram sings for her daughter Ella  Hadderi Laabik

Nancy Ajram sings for her daughter Ella Hadderi Laabik

Lebanese singer Nancy Ajram finished recording her song "Hadderi Laabik" (Prepare Your Toys) celebrating the pending.. More..
Kathem Al Saher delays Majida Al Roumis new album

Kathem Al Saher delays Majida Al Roumi's new album

Iraqi singer Kathem Al Saher caused a delay in the release of Lebanese singer Majida Al Roumi's new album.. More..
Sherine regrets singing for former president Mubarak

Sherine regrets singing for former president Mubarak

Egyptian singer Sherine Abdul Wahab expressed her regret that she sang for the former Egyptian President Hosni.. More..
 Shou Hal Leila : Najwa Karams new album

Shou Hal Leila: Najwa Karam's new album

Lebanese singer Najwa Karam confirmed her new album will be released in the next few weeks. The singer said in an.. More..
Hamid El Shaeri exposes singers of former Egyptian regime

Hamid El Shaeri exposes singers of former Egyptian regime

Libyan singer Hamid Al Shaeri released his new song “Al Thawra Kashafit Katir” (The Revolution Revealed a Lot) on.. More..
Gwyneth Paltrow ‘close to record deal’

Gwyneth Paltrow ‘close to record deal’

Gwyneth Paltrow is in talks with Atlantic Records about releasing a country pop album. The 38-year-old star has turned.. More..

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