Republic Records launches Universal Arabic MusicBy Andy Malt | Published on Wednesday 7 April 2021Universal Music has announced the launch of Universal Arabic Music, a new US based set-up with the aim of promoting Arabic music globally. Run as a division of the major’s Republic Records label, it will be headed up by XO Records founder Wassim ‘Sal’ Slaiby. “In today’s global music marketplace, we’ve demonstrated time and again that worldwide hits come from anywhere”, says Universal boss Lucian Grainge. Republic Records CEO Monte Lipman adds: “Sal’s clear vision and blueprint for Universal Arabic Music will become a catalyst for Arabic music in the marketplace. The cultural importance of music from the MENA region crossing boundaries and reaching all corners of the world is long overdue”.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 07, 2021 10:07 UTC