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CairoScene
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Shkoon Realeases ‘Greater Than One' Remix EP
Shkoon's new remix EP reimagines their album 'Greater Than One' with global collaborators AWEN, Imad, and Nandu, fusing cultures, club sounds, and deep emotional layers into bold new forms. Jun 19, 2025 Shkoon, the genre-blurring electronic duo known for weaving Arabic folklore into forward-facing club sounds, drop 'Greater Than One (Remixes)', a reimagined journey through their 2022 album. Out now via MDLBEAST Records, the remix EP brings together a global lineup of producers who expand Shkoon's sonic universe while honoring its emotional and cultural core. The project kicks off with a deep and moody take on 'Mili' from South African-born AWEN, whose remix folds warm piano motifs into pulsing deep house textures. Next, Lebanese-Nigerian producer Imad flips 'Souf' into a driving Afrohouse hybrid, merging rhythmic percussion with Middle Eastern scales in a rich cross-cultural flow. Finally, Danish artist Nandu delivers an intricate club rework of 'Jadal', lacing the track with oud, violin, and tight percussion that turns its slow-burning tension into pure dancefloor alchemy. With each remix, Shkoon's sound becomes even more borderless. From Beirut to Lagos to Copenhagen, 'Greater Than One (Remixes)' is less about reworking old tracks and more about pushing the story forward. It's an invitation into a shared musical language, one that transcends time, place, and genre.
Identity
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Identity
Shkoon Drops ‘Greater Than One (Remixes)' EP, Giving ‘Mili,' ‘Souf,' and ‘Jadal' a Second Life
Shkoon just released Greater Than One (Remixes), a three-track EP that hands over their original work to a trio of international producers, each offering a fresh perspective on the group's blend of Arabic soul and electronic depth. Out via MDLBEAST Records, the EP kicks off with Berlin-based AWEN's moody, cinematic take on 'Mili', layering rich synths and deep bass around the track's emotional core. Lebanese-Nigerian producer Imad reimagines 'Souf' through an Afrohouse lens, building a rhythmic pulse that bridges his cultural roots and Shkoon's signature tension. Closing the release is Danish producer Nandu, who transforms 'Jadal' into a hypnotic, progressive house journey, stretching the original into a slow-burning, layered ascent. Each remix stands on its own while expanding the emotional and sonic language of Shkoon's Greater Than One album — a project already rooted in cultural fusion and introspection.
CairoScene
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Shkoon's 'Greater Than One' EP Finds Hope in Humanity
Shkoon's 'Greater Than One' EP Finds Hope in Humanity Shkoon bolsters their signature blend of traditional Middle Eastern instrumentals and contemporary electronics with more vulnerability than ever before. Syrian-German electronic band Shkoon has released their highly-anticipated EP, 'Greater Than One', following months of world tour madness, where the duo focused on creating music live in collaboration with their audience during the shows. Although on their last album, 'Masahiya', was a patchwork blurring the lines between reality and fiction, 'Greater Than One' chose to stay in the present, where intention-filled instrumentals and obstinate lyrics firmly hold down their hope in humanity. Across four tracks, Shkoon bolsters their signature blend of traditional Middle Eastern instrumentals and contemporary electronics with more vulnerability than ever before, capturing the emotional depth and nuances of what it means to be a human in the 'modern world '- a relatable portrayal of armageddon. The EP's opener, 'Jadal', is a melodic techno interplay of groovy synths, deep basslines and soulful violin strings, inspired by moments suspended between action and silence. The track unfurls into gradual piano progressions and rich oud arrangements, intersected with ethereal vocals, reflecting on one's inner conflict and their inner nature for resilience amid a region that's perpetually on the edge. 'Souf', the EP's second preview single, follows with a trance-inducing melody, weaving classical piano notes and incessant drum patterns with traditional Sufi chants. Built around vocal invocations like 'Ya Madad' and 'Ya Jamil', the track serves as a longing for a spiritual connection that almost feels hypnotic, where one can surrender to their emotions and discover the self. Meanwhile, 'Mili' is a more spacey, softer track, a slower-tempo love song that reflects on the beauty of intimacy and being truly seen. The closing track, 'Jannah', stands out as one of the most powerful moments on the EP. Driven by fast-paced rhythms and multi-layered instrumentations, the track paints an image of hope and healing, reaffirming the promise of a brighter future, a heavenly and welcoming space where the Arab world ultimately finds peace.
CairoScene
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Shkoon Releases ‘SOUF' Merging Electronic Sound With Sufi Chants
The new track from Shkoon's upcoming EP blends Sufi vocal tradition with ambient electronic production. Apr 11, 2025 Shkoon, the Syrian-German duo known for weaving Arabic melodies into Western electronic frameworks, returns with a new single titled 'SOUF'—a deeply atmospheric track that bridges traditional Sufi chants with electronic sound design. The release is the latest from their forthcoming EP 'Greater Than One', set to explore themes of unity, reflection, and spiritual grounding. Built around vocal invocations like 'Ya Madad' (Oh help) and 'Ya Jamil' (Oh beautiful), the track reinterprets classical phrases of divine appeal through a contemporary sonic lens. Instead of overpowering the source material, Shkoon allows the spiritual weight of the chants to rise through layered textures and carefully restrained beats, crafting a soundscape that feels both ancient and immediate. The track unfolds gradually, favouring tension and atmosphere over rhythm-heavy momentum. It pulls listeners into a trance-like space, inviting stillness, introspection, and a rare kind of emotional clarity. According to Shkoon, 'Greater Than One' aims to reconnect people—to themselves, to their communities, and to something greater. In that context, 'SOUF' feels less like a standalone single and more like a spiritual overture. It speaks to the duo's broader vision: one where sound becomes a medium for healing and remembrance in a disjointed world.
