Music
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DJing Workshops Start In Dubai — Guess Who Is Running Them?
Lessons by a DJ who is truly passionate about what they do
by Alexandra Mansilla
22 Apr 2025
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Boost Your Workout: Your Go-To Playlist For Running And Cycling
Running or cycling? Only with these tracks
by Barbara Yakimchuk
21 Apr 2025
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New On STR: Two Podcasts To Listen To This Month
STR has recently launched two new podcasts — what to expect and why they are worth listening to
by Barbara Yakimchuk
9 Apr 2025
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Who Is Najm, And Why Does He Wear a Mask? The Artist Tells Us Himself
From the bottom to Times Square — the story of a Moroccan artist paving his way entirely on his own
by Alexandra Mansilla
26 Mar 2025
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DJing As a Profession: Is It Finally Taken Seriously?
And why do DJs always have to chase their money?
by Alexandra Mansilla
19 Mar 2025
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Where To Buy Vinyl In Dubai. Jayesh’s Picks
A curated list of record stores in Dubai — both physical and online — where you can find something unique
by Alexandra Mansilla
17 Mar 2025
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Many Facets Of Voice, Many Stories It Tells: Meet Saudi Artist DJ Mubarak
From a guy who started by recording covers and passionately writing his own songs to achieving global recognition
by Alexandra Mansilla
13 Mar 2025
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Your Must-Listen: Made In The Emirates By Vinyl Souk & 25hours Hotel
Exploring the essence of the new album by Vinyl Souk and 25hours Hotel
by Barbara Yakimchuk
12 Mar 2025
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New On STR: Sikka Festival Music Is Now Streaming
The incredible performances from the Sikka Festival are now online: what to expect and where to find them
by Barbara Yakimchuk
26 Feb 2025
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Saudi Arabia Cultural Digest 2025: Must-Visit Events
The biggest art and culture events taking place in Jeddah and Riyadh this year
by Barbara Yakimchuk
25 Feb 2025
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DJ MoCity: ‘Owning My Identity: Iraqi, Global, And Unapologetic’
How many hats does DJ MoCity wear? Let’s break it down
by Alexandra Mansilla
21 Feb 2025
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We Know What You Are Doing On February 22: Karak On the Dhow. Here Is Why
Art, music, conversations — all on a boat with the most creative crowd in town
by Alexandra Mansilla
20 Feb 2025
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From Building Stadiums To Building Vibes. Interview With Misha Bymishh
The incredible journey of a DJ from a small town in Russia to making waves in Dubai
by Alexandra Mansilla
19 Feb 2025
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Crowd Test Helipad Edition: Best Music. Best People. Best Saturday Night
Last Saturday was a blast. Check it out — just to make sure you do not miss the next party
by Dara Morgan
18 Feb 2025
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Crowd Test Warm-Up: The Must-Listen Playlist Before the Party
The music selection of the DJs playing at Helipad — their top gems, perfect to play before the big night of dance
by Barbara Yakimchuk
13 Feb 2025
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Whoisbibz: ‘My Debut Track Was Called Jinchūriki Because I Am a Naruto Fan’
The story of Habib Chaoul, a music producer, "bored and raised in Beirut with an obvious identity crisis"
by Alexandra Mansilla
12 Feb 2025
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Crowd Test Is Back: Who Is Taking the Stage?
Before you even click — spoiler: every single one of them is a legend
by Alexandra Mansilla
5 Feb 2025
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The DJ Playing Over 10 Instruments: Long Arm Is Coming To Dubai
Diving into the story of the renowned musician and DJ — a person with a truly unique sound
by Barbara Yakimchuk
4 Feb 2025
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UAE Cultural Digest: February 2025
Diving into the details of February’s best art and music events
by Barbara Yakimchuk
1 Feb 2025
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In-Store Sessions At Flipside: Why They Matter And How They Work
Why record stores are community hubs for music lovers and how they work in Dubai
by Barbara Yakimchuk
31 Jan 2025