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Rising Voices: Arab Women Musicians Transforming Middle Eastern Music

Female Arab artists, historically confronting cultural resistance, now use platforms like Instagram to navigate societal judgments. Social media boosts the representation of female Arab artists, especially in alternative music. Spotify's 2020 initiative, Sawtik, supports education, networking, and marketing for these musicians. Here are artists revolutionizing the Middle East's musical narrative across genres.

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Tamtam

Tamtam faced concerns over potential backlash as a female Arab singer but pursued her passion despite societal expectations. Moving to Los Angeles before Saudi Arabia's music industry developed, she overcame internal challenges about gender roles. Tamtam's music blends alternative pop and R&B with Arabic influence, reflecting her journey. Currently crafting a full album, she aspires to embark on a global tour.

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