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Palestine Online Store
Palestine Online Store is honored to feature the following outstanding artists or groups who combine their musical talents with lyrics about the Palestinian experience. These artists provide us with an alternative --and effective-- way of getting the message across, pouring their energy and emotions into every word. We are excited to present the following collection of CD's!
Please click on one of the following categories to go to that section:
- Arabic music (19 CD's)
- Hip Hop (8)
- English, Other Languages, Spoken Word, Speeches (5)
In this section
Ahmad Kaabour, Ammar Hasan, Anatolia, El Funoun, Fairuz, Karloma, Marcel Khalife, Mohsen Subhi, Palestinian Sounds, Rim Banna, Rima Tarazi & Tanya Nasir, Shadi Zaqtan & Imad Sayrafi, and Wassim Qassis!
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A flat-fee of $6.00 is added to all orders (for the entire order); we do not charge extra for overseas shipments of CD's.
Please scroll below to view the available selections in 'Arabic Music' or click on the desired category above... [listed in alphabetical order]
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Ahmad Kaabour: Ounadikum
The 1976 hit single "Ounadikom" ("I Call on You") has become a classic and has expressed, like no other song, the Palestinian need for the world's solidarity. This album, arguably Kaabour's best, was re-released in 2004 and includes several songs about Palestine such as "Heartbeat of the West Bank," and "Depart."
[Status: In stock, $15] Click for more info...
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Ammar Hasan: Hilm Kbeer
Ammar Hasan is "the Palestinian Superstar." He was a semi-finalist in the Middle Eastern version of "American Idol," and has impressed famous composers and musicians such as Ahmad Kaabour and Wadee El-Safi. "Hilm Ikbeer," (Big Dream) is his debut album.
[Status: In stock, $15] Click for more info...
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Anatolia: Lost Songs of Palestine
A collection of traditional folk songs which have been sung by generations of Palestinians, but which have been overshadowed after years of occupation. The CD features both solo improvisations as well as ensemble works (both vocal and instrumental) representing traditional Palestinian urban and village music.
[Status: On back-order, $15] Click for more info... |
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El-Funoun: Zaghareed, Zareef
A collection of some of the most popular, revived, Arab/Palestinian folk tunes that have gained popularity in the 27 years since the dance troupe began its interpretations of the tunes. Zareef offers the listener a slice into Palestine's rich musical heritage and inexorable zest for life.
[Status: On back-order, $18] Click for more info... |
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Fairuz: Jerusalem in My Heart, The Very Best of, Rajioun
Fairuz's early songs, in the 1950's, featuring the singer's distinct vocal timbre and lyrics expressing romantic love and nostalgia for village life, were met with unprecedented enthusiasm. Fairuz has become a legend in the Arab world and elsewhere - undoubtedly one of the most popular Middle Eastern artists of all times.
[Status: In stock, $14] Click for more info... |
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Karloma
Karloma is a marvellous production of fusion oriental music including original works by oud player and composer Ahmad Al-Khateeb as well as oriental classics arranged specially for Karloma. The music is very oriental in essence but also transcends boundaries of culture and geography towards a more universal sound. Most of the pieces are instrumental although some include vocals.
[Status: In stock, $18] Click for more info... |
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Marcel Khalifé: Ode to a Homeland, The Bridge, Promises of the Storm, Ahmad Al Arabi
Khalifé is sometimes called "the Bob Dylan of the Middle East." Most of his songs are about social justice, and many of them for the Palestinian cause. His intense and emotional songs seem to have a power beyond mere words and music.
[Status: In stock, $14] Click for more info... |
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Mohsen Subhi: Mawasem
A compilation of Subhi's renowned oud pieces, accompanied by percussion, bass, cello and piano. Mohsen Subhi has a very personal way of playing the oud, due to his previous experience as a percussionist and his subtle assimilation of Indian, African and Mediterranean influences.
[Status: On back-order, $16] Click for more info... |
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Palestinian Sounds (various artists)
This 16-track compilation is the first of its kind to provide a profile of contemporary Palestinian music. It features a spectrum of musical production by 13 Palestinian musicians and groups in Palestine and the Diaspora since 1980. An excellent introduction to Palestinian music.
[Status: In stock, $18] Click for more info... |
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Rim Banna: The Mirrors of My Soul
The Mirrors of My Soul is a collection of powerful, gripping songs about the hopes and tragedies of the Palestinian people. They include stories of children who have become martyrs, stories of sons jailed in Israeli prisons, stories of living in exile after being robbed of house and home as well as Palestinian folk songs.
[Status: In stock, $16] Click for more info... |
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Rima Tarazi & Tania Nasir: Until When - Songs from Palestine
This unique CD comprises a unique documentation of the poignant resilience of the Palestinian people, with songs about Jerusalem, prisoners, children, humanity, and more. A blend of piano and soprano, with every song ending on a hopeful note.
[Status: In stock, $18] Click for more info... |
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Shadi Zaqtan and Imad Sayrafi: 'An Balad (About a country) *NEW
Is a Palestinian muslic album, with a collection of 10 songs expressing emotions of people living in occupied Palestine,
with acoustic guitars and vocals. The songs express the difficult realities experienced by Palestinians,
and the continuous search for hope.
[Status: In stock, $14] Click for more info... |
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Wassim Qassis: The Wall - Theme Music
This young oud player from Beit Sahour presents 22 tracks that he has composed and performed as soundtracks for films including "La Ultima Luna," "Women in Struggle," and "Stolen Youth." Mostly instrumental, featuring oud, buzuk, clarinet, and percussion, also includes vocals in 3 tracks.
[Status: In stock, $14] Click for more info... |
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