Music
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Vinyl: Not Just an Accessory, But a Culture
The vinyl comeback: what is behind its mystery and revival — told through the personal story of Kito Jempere
by Barbara Yakimchuk
4 Jul 2025
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To Make Local Stories Go Global. Inside Digital Renaissance Music Institute
What makes this school unique, and what every creative mind can learn there
by Alexandra Mansilla
2 Jul 2025
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Is There a Link Between Music And Watches? We Have Proof
Audemars Piguet teamed up with Mark Ronson and RAYE and released a track for their 150th anniversary
by Alexandra Mansilla
30 Jun 2025
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5 Music Styles To Uncover This Summer
Balearic House, Downtempo, Ambient House, Reggae, Jazzy House — what are they and how do they sound? Let’s break it down.
by Barbara Yakimchuk
19 Jun 2025
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Have You Heard? Dubai’s New Creative Institute Is Almost Here
Everyone should be at the opening — it is going to shake up the creative industry
by Alexandra Mansilla
2 Jun 2025
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HAMEX: From a Small Town In Iran To Millions Of Listeners Around the World
The story of Iranian pop star HAMEX: his childhood, music journey, unique style, and big plans
by Barbara Yakimchuk
31 May 2025
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UAE Cultural Digest: June 2025
Top cultural, art, and music events this month — the ones you simply can't miss
by Barbara Yakimchuk
28 May 2025
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Can Music Really Make You More Productive?
Does music affect your focus — or fuel it? Let’s find out. Bonus: top playlists for work & workouts
by Barbara Yakimchuk
23 May 2025
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ALAY: 'I Hope We Reach a Point Where DJs Aren’t Labelled By Gender'
Just five years ago, ALAY wasn’t even a DJ, and now she is being called one of electronic music’s rising stars
by Alexandra Mansilla
22 May 2025
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Where To Party In Cairo? Here Is What Locals Say
Cairo’s creative pulse — here is where it beats loudest
by Alexandra Mansilla
18 May 2025
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The Summit Strikes Back: IMS Dubai Returns This November
It is time to plan the best weekend of November now
by Dara Morgan
14 May 2025
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What Makes Good Sound And What Does It Really Depend On? Let’s Dive In
The founder of Tonefarm, the first UAE-based sound system manufacturer, explains it
by Alexandra Mansilla
13 May 2025
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8 Arabic Podcasts To Listen To: From Business To Psychology
Speak Arabic? Then these podcasts are a must — covering everything from comedy to tech and culture
by Barbara Yakimchuk
12 May 2025
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Italo Sound Comes To Dubai. Interview With Otto Kraanen, Bordello A Parigi
Looks like the city is about to have one of its most unforgettable nights yet
by Alexandra Mansilla
4 May 2025
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OFFLIMITS: How It Went Down (And WHAT Just Happened?)
It was so epic, we just want to rewind time and live it all over again
by Alexandra Mansilla
29 Apr 2025
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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