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Genre
arab folk
Parent Genre: World/Traditional

Arab folk music is a genre that has been passed down through generations, featuring traditional instruments such as the oud and qanun. It often incorporates poetic lyrics and improvisation, and is deeply rooted in cultural and religious traditions. The genre has evolved over time, incorporating elements of jazz and other Western styles. Its most famous performers have become cultural icons, known for their emotive vocals and virtuosic instrumental skills.


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List of arab folk artists

Here is a list of arab folk artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the arab folk genre. You can find out what arab folk genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.

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