Palestinian Singer Lina Makoul: Unmuted, Radical & Community-Built

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On Reclaiming Our Narrative & the Power of Dabke | Zeyne at XP Air

Zeyne joins Quartertones after her performance at XP Air and discusses her journey from being too shy to share her voice to becoming an artist who finds empowerment in letting her art out. She reflects on the influences of her family who instilled in her a love for music, Arab cu ...  Show more

Harissa Pop and Tunisian Music | Soudeni at XP Air

Tunisian artist Soudeni joins Quartertones recorded live at XP Air and talks about her musical journey and the influences that shaped her sound. She introduces the idea of Harissa Pop – her playful way of describing music rooted in Tunisian culture but open to contemporary sounds ...  Show more

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