This 2017 compilation gathers tracks from Omar Souleyman's extensive back catalog, showcasing his unique blend of Syrian wedding music and electronic dance music for a global audience. It highlighted his distinctive sound for listeners unfamiliar with his previous work.
- The album was released on Mad Decent, a record label co-founded by Diplo, known for popularizing electronic and dance music from around the world.
- This release features tracks recorded between 2013 and 2015, drawing from Souleyman's prolific output prior to its compilation.
- "To Syria, with Love" was released in the midst of increased international attention on Syrian artists and culture.
Omar Souleyman is a singer from Tell Tamer, Syria, known for his energetic, traditional Syrian wedding music. He mixes Kurdish, Arabic, and other regional styles with a distinctive vocal delivery and driving electronic arrangements.
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