A new voice is reshaping the Middle Eastern alternative scene: Mawj, an Iraqi artist whose project Mesopotamian Rock is rapidly gaining attention for its rare blend of cultural depth and contemporary edge. Born in Sweden, raised in Jordan, and rooted in Iraq, Mawj now works between Antalya and The Hague—turning a life across borders into a musical identity that refuses to stand still.

In a global music landscape saturated with genres, crossovers, and reinventions, it’s rare to encounter an artist who forges a sound that feels both rooted and revolutionary. Mawj, whose name means wave in Arabic, is one of those rare creators. Born in Sweden, raised in Jordan, and carrying deep Iraqi heritage, he stands at the intersection of cultures, and his music reflects that multiplicity with striking clarity. He calls his artistic path Mesopotamian Rock, not as a styli

Acūstica is the third album by YUZ, the instrumental project of guitarist and composer Uriah Witztum. Across 11 tracks, YUZ opens up his most acoustic and intimate world to date. This is a journey, where Mediterranean traditions, Middle Eastern modes, flamenco rhythms, and jazz-infused colors coexist in harmony. At times joyful, at times melancholic, always deeply human, Acūstica tells a story without words, proving once again that instrumental music can carry as much drama,

Pastorale, the new collaborative album by ARIA-nominated trio East of West and acclaimed Sydney-based composer and pianist Romano Crivici, is not just a collection of pieces—it’s a journey across musical landscapes. Blending Balkan rhythms, Middle Eastern melodic phrasing, contemporary classical textures, and jazz-influenced improvisation, this album unfolds like a multilingual conversation spoken through instruments. With each track, the listener is invited into a richly wov

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A musician with profound enthusiasm and love for music, Basel Mfarij.