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Fashion

Heron Preston Comes To Dubai. Why Should You Be There?

If you miss this party, the FOMO will hit hard

by Dara Morgan

24 Dec 2024

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Interview
Music

Wolfram: Italo Disco, Fashion Parties, And a New Year’s Eve Takeover

Get ready to dance your way into 2025 with Wolfram’s electrifying set at Nahaté this New Year’s Eve

by Dara Morgan

21 Dec 2024

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Music
STR Read

Meet the Holiday Vibe With Sandy Times Xmas Playlist

40 minutes of Christmas and New Year tracks — Sandy Times Radio DJs' selections

by Barbara Yakimchuk

20 Dec 2024

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Music
Festivals

A New Chapter Of Oasis Festival Is Cooking. Interview With Marjana Jaidi

A look at what is next for the festival after its final edition this year

by Alexandra Mansilla

19 Dec 2024

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Music
Interview

Chaotic Sound Of Egypt. Interview With Timmy Mowafi, MO4 Network

Is it true that interest in Egyptian music is on the rise? If so, why?

by Alexandra Mansilla

29 Nov 2024

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Interview
Music

How IMS Came To Dubai. Interview With Pete Tong

Find out how the co-founder of IMS describes the sound of the region, Dubai, and Beirut in words

by Alexandra Mansilla

26 Nov 2024

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Music
Interview

From Moscow to Dubai: Leonid Lipelis’ Underground Vinyl Journey

A conversation with renowned DJ and producer Leonid Lipelis about his approach to music selection, and crafting party magic

by Dara Morgan

16 Nov 2024

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Music
STR Read

STR: Your New Favourite Podcasts

Digging into what you could listen to from November 16 onwards

by Sophie She

14 Nov 2024

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Events
Music

This Is Your Final Call For Crowd Test Festival

Only a few days left — check timetable, grab your friends, and let us meet on November 16!

by Dara Morgan

13 Nov 2024

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Music
Entertainment

Songs For Every Life Moment. Chosen By Parvané

Save these tracks and pull them out for just the right moment in life

by Alexandra Mansilla

9 Nov 2024

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Music
People

A DJ From New Zealand Comes To Dubai. Meet Eden Burns

What is the mystery behind the characters on Eden’s record covers?

by Alexandra Mansilla

6 Nov 2024

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Music
People

Videos Of Mainline Magic Orchestra To Watch Before the Crowd Test Festival

And remember: everything the guys do is not just about music but also about having fun

by Alexandra Mansilla

31 Oct 2024

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Music

Upcoming Music Album Releases To Look Forward To In November 2024

Calling all audiophiles! Here are some of the most anticipated music releases for November

by Ashas Bukhari

31 Oct 2024

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Interview
Music

No Martina — No Partina! Meet the Young Blood Of Crowd Test

Getting to know the DJs behind the best night of the year, that will take place at our festival on November 16

by Sophie She

30 Oct 2024

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Interview
Music

From Cairo Roots To Dubai Beats: Interview With Shadi Megalla

Discover the pulse of UAE’s vinyl scene, through Shadi Megalla’s story

by Sophie She

27 Oct 2024

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Interview
People

Mischief Managed. Interview With Mainline Magic Orchestra

Discover the music collective that turns all of their performances into a joke

by Alexandra Mansilla

24 Oct 2024

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Music
Events

The Story of Boogie Box, Ending This Year. Interview with Hassan Alwan

How did it all begin, and why is Boogie Box coming to an end?

by Alexandra Mansilla

22 Oct 2024

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Music
Shops

Vinyl Records At the Heart Of Beirut’s Nightlife

Discovering authentic vinyl stores in the heart of Gemmayzeh

by Christelle Eldaher

20 Oct 2024

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Music
Crowd Test

What Is Happening With the Music Scene In the Middle East: Explained by Kito Jempere And Hani J

Two musicians – Kito Jempere and Hani J – discuss music scene in the Middle East, local DJs, and The Sandy Times Crowd Test Festival

by Sofia Brontvein

18 Oct 2024

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Music

Kito Jempere Explains How Great Music Is Born Out Of Chaos

Sandy Times Radio Art Director and musician Kito Jempere talks about his new album and our plans to launch the radio

by Sofia Brontvein

17 Oct 2024

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