Umm Kulthum – Virtually Islamic News

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Amuna Wagner, OkayAfrica, Legends: Umm Kulthum’s Legacy Lives in the Emotion of Younger Generations, 21 Feb 2025

“The Egyptian government announced 2025 to be the “Year of Umm Kulthum.” Egyptians of different generations share what it takes to really appreciate the icon’s music.”

The article has embedded audio content. And here’s a ‘best of‘ album to get you started.

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