TootArd West Asian Disco

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In this episode of the Quartertones podcast, we were treated to the eclectic soundscapes of TootArd, a band that transcends musical and geographical boundaries. Formed by brothers Hasan and Rami Nakhleh in the picturesque setting of Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights, TootArd, meaning Strawberry in Arabic, has evolved from their reggae-inspired beginnings to embrace a myriad of influences including Tuareg style and psychedelic rock. Describing their style as mountain rock reggae, TootArd's performances of Moonlight, Trouble Watan, and Wanderlust provide a sonic journey through the limestone mountainside of their youth to the stages of Europe and beyond. • 00:00 Intro: Introduction to TootArd and Their Unique Blend of Sounds • 02:20 Personal Collection: Insights into the Band Members' Musical Tastes • 04:05 Golan Heights Roots: Impact of Growing Up in Majdal Shams • 11:18 Musical Beginnings: Origins of TootArd's Interest in Music • 13:49 Interlude #1 Moonlight نور البدر : Mesmerizing Performance Showcasing TootArd's Musical Palette • 18:19 Electronic Influence: Incorporation of Electronic Elements into Their Music • 24:00 Interlude #2 Trouble Watan تراب الوطن : Reflections on Identity and Belonging • 28:06 Dance Music: Role of Dance Music in TootArd's Repertoire • 32:40 Addressing Animosity: Dealing with Challenges and Animosity • 37:18 Interlude #3 Wanderlust : Yearning for Exploration and Adventure • 42:34 Quick Q A: Insights into TootArd's Creative Process and Inspirations • 44:52 Audience Q A on Inspiration: Discussing Inspirations Behind TootArd's Sound and Lyrics • 45:31 Representative Song: Identifying a Song That Encapsulates TootArd's Essence • 46:52 Songwriting Process: How TootArd Approaches Songwriting and Meaning • 48:08 Wanderlust Discussion: Inspiration and Creation of Wanderlust • 49:29 Evolving Music: Thoughts on Revisiting and Altering Old Productions • 50:24 Naming TootArd: Story Behind the Band's Distinctive Name • 52:13 Looking Ahead: TootArd's Aspirations for the Next Decade • TootArd is a dynamic musical ensemble hailing from the Golan Heights, known for their innovative fusion of reggae, Tuareg style, and psychedelic rock into a cohesive sound dubbed mountain rock reggae. Since their formation in 2010, the band has captivated audiences in their hometown, throughout Palestine, Jerusalem, and on international stages, with their thought-provoking lyrics and vibrant performances. Through albums like Nuri Andaburi and Laissez Passer, TootArd continues to push musical boundaries, exploring themes of identity, freedom, and the human desire to belong. • Connect with TootArd 👉 / tootard • Theme music: Peninsular, Tarek Yamani 🔊 https://spoti.fi/47I59ns • Hosted by: • Mikey Muhanna 👉 / mikey_mu • FOLLOW RATE THE QUARTERTONES PODCAST: • » Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... • » Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/26VHvC6... • » Anghami: https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1044... • THIS SERIES IS PART OF THE AFIKRA PODCAST NETWORK • • QuarterTones | Music from the Arab World • ABOUT AFIKRA • afikra | عفكرة is a movement to convert passive interest in the Arab world to active intellectual curiosity. We aim to collectively reframe the dominant narrative of the region by exploring the histories and cultures of the region – past, present and future – through conversations driven by curiosity. • 📍 Local events in 40+ locations worldwide http://afikra.com/chapters • 🎧 New podcasts + videos weekly http://afikra.com/podcasts • ⚡ Become a member: https://www.afikra.com/membership • 🔗 Instagram: / afikra_ • 🔗 Facebook: / afikra.official • 🔗 Twitter: / afikra • #TootArd #MountainRockReggae #GolanHeights #MajdalShams #ElectronicMusic #DanceMusic #MusicalInspiration

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