Hamzet Wasl Records

25/01/2017

We often get asked about how copyrights work in music... Check out this article which breaks it all down quite nicely :)
http://www.completemusicupdate.com/article/insights-blog-five-basic-facts-about-music-copyright/

If you write songs or record music, well done, you’re now in the copyright business. But how does copyright work? How does copyright make money?

29/11/2016

http://tribune.com.pk/story/1246120/revival-egypt-sees-resurgence-independent-music-scene/

Emerging artists create eclectic selection of hip-hop, dubstep influenced by traditional Egyptian sounds

23/07/2016

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2016/jul/22/tarabband-arab-music-nadin-al-khalidi-interview

Iraq-born musician Nadin Al Khalidi fled her homeland to escape beheadings and the ravages of war – she’s since found a new purpose recounting such tales through song

25/06/2016

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2016/jun/23/the-roots-and-rhythms-of-the-congo/

You may think you don’t know anything about Congolese music. But if you’ve ever tapped your foot to the irresistible beat of the rumba, you’ve experienced a national tradition.

17/06/2016

A collaborative trio of amazing Egyptian musicians...

http://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/5/33/223155/Arts--Culture/Music/Art-Alert-Three-of-Egypts-top-indie-musicians-brin.aspx

Hany Adel, Hany El-Dakkak and Ousso Lotfy perform each others songs while experimenting with musical arrangements

17/04/2016

An Administrative Court annulled a ministerial decision to grant powers of arrest to the Musicians and Actors syndicates, according to the Egyptian Center for Economic and Social Rights (ECESR).

11/04/2016

Brilliant performance by Aziz Sahmaoui and the University of Gnawa at El Geneina Theatre last Friday!

http://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/5/33/199220/Arts--Culture/Music/When-there-is-peace-of-mind,-you-are-at-home-Music.aspx

06/04/2016

Have you checked out the line up for Oshtoora 2016?
يلا بينا؟؟ اشطورة ٢٠١٦!!!

It is with great pride that we bring to you the lineup of . We are humbled by being associated with everyone on this list, and we cannot be more excited about their presence in one place. Oh, the possibilities that may result from such a glorious gathering. Everyone, welcome to Oshtoora 2016.

لينا الشرف ان اسمنا يبقى مرتبط بأسماء كل الناس الحلوة دي. وجودهم في مكان واحد حاجة محمسة جداً! أشطورة ٢٠١٦ بيحصل. أهلاً بالأصدقاء والفنانين الحبايب :)

Get ready to put on your Jacketta of Adventure. Register at oshtoora.com

04/04/2016

Egyptian Artist Dina El Wedidi discusses her music with Daily News Egypt...

http://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2016/04/03/will-explore-music-genres-find-identity-dina-el-wedidi/

Dina El-Wedidi - As a woman, I feel the importance of spotlighting how Arab societies deal with women, says El-Wedidi

30/03/2016

Fighting Terrorism with Music in Mali...

http://www.wsj.com/articles/in-mali-terrorism-cant-stop-the-music-1459287039

When jihadist forces outlawed song and dance in parts of Mali, they refused to obey.

30/03/2016

You should definitely check out El Genina Theatre's programme for this month.... Some amazing bands hailing from North Africa and the Arab world...

http://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/5/33/198104/Arts--Culture/Music/Art-Alert-From-ethnic-folk-to-gnawa-rhythms,-Cairo.aspx

The first two events in El-Genainas April series will include performances by Lebanese singer and composer Abeer Nehme and the University of Gnawa musical project

27/03/2016

Happy Easter to the Western world... Us Egyptians will catch up on the celebrations in a couple of weeks!!