When Maher Zain released his single “Ramadan” for the coming of Ramadan, it signalled the coming of this holy month as well as a reminder for us to do better than our previous Ramadan.
In the spirit of Ramadan, Native Deen has launched a brand new Islamic-compliant tv channel, aptly named “Deen.TV”. As some of us know, Deen refers to the Arabic word “faith’, and with this name, the focus of Deen.TV is in the spiritual and religious themed entertainment aimed at all walks of life.
If one look at the site, Deen.TV is akin to MTV due to its wide range of religious music videos. But what sets this site apart from what one can do in YouTube is the introduction of Islamic themed hours. Since most satellite based Islamic channels host a lot of scholarly talks and lectures, Deen.TV took it upon themselves to create their own contents, creating halal entertainment in 6 segments; Kids Hour, HipHop, Voice Only, Traditional, Top Hits and Exclusive.
Why the word Halal? From the writers point of view, it is the target and the aim of the content developers that makes it Sharia-compliant. By utilising Ustream services, Deen.Tv creates slots for different segments. Even with choppy internet services from where the writer is, the streaming was good enough that the writer could enjoy the Kids Hour and Hip-Hop hour. What may seem as common, it is not. The Kids Hours streams cartoons and kids shows that will attract the attention of children, while at the same time increasing their understanding on the tenets and principles of Islam.
The Hip-hop hour has religious videoclips akin to the days of Soldiers of Allah (SoA), where the lyrics contained the messages about our duties and what we must do to accomplish them.
With the introduction of this online television, Deen.TV hopes to gather all forms of halal entertainment, be it reality tv series (Perhaps an international form of Imam Muda?), amateur animations that teaches children to read the Quran better or even comedy that are much better than the sometimes lewd comedy shows on the television.
One might say that Deen.TV can be the next, better form of the Islamic themed programs, and perhaps the next generation of public-generated programs that are beneficial to all of us.
There not much content at the moment, but should Deen.Tv gathers enough steam, they can actually be the number one online tv site for everyone to enjoy, relax and remember that the lives that they have belongs to Allah, and that we are His vicegerants, and live to the fullest with the accordinance of Islam.
DEEN.TV promo video
This Ramadan, Native Deen release 3 new single and music video available only on DEEN.TV (Exclusive segment)
Iconic Zain Bhikha who has won the hearts of Muslims throughout the word for three decades of song, story and the Dada and Me children’s series, releases a deeply personal song after many years. “I’m Not Ready To Let You Go” is an emotionally moving tribute to his beloved father Rashid Bhikha, a man who embodied faith, strength, unwavering love for his family, and left his mark on the world for his contribution to medicine and humanity.
Zain’s songs have always been a reflection of his personal life’s journey reflecting his faith, but more so, the meandering nature of being human, and this one is no different. Though the nature of its message speaks to the universal feelings of love and loss that we can all relate to. With hundreds of songs inspiring and motivating hearts towards Allah, “I’m Not Ready To Let You Go” is undoubtedly going to become a comfort and a favourite of Zain Bhikha fans.
“My father passed away a few months ago, he was the anchor that held us all together, the mountain upon which we all stand and the guiding light that showed us the way, I miss him every day,” said Zain Bhikha.
I’m Not Ready To Let You Go is available as a voice-only version. The official video is available on the ZainBhikhaOfficial YouTube channel and the audio, on all major music streaming platforms.
Other Releases
“Voice In Your Head” is a deep reflection of the unwavering love that parents bestow upon their children. It talks of the all-encompassing nature of a parents’ dedication to their children and the way that bond shapes who we are and who we become.
“The Forgiven” (featuring BoonaaM) delves into a powerful Hadith (prophetic narration) about forgiveness and Allah’s mercy. This song artfully tells the story of a man’s journey towards redemption.
“Salvation” (featuring Ashley Belal Chin) takes listeners on a heartfelt exploration of seeking Allah (SWT). The song emphasizes the closeness of Allah’s presence, reminding us that He is always with us.
All three songs are available in both voice-and-drum and voice-only versions on all major music streaming platforms. You can find the official videos* on the ZainBhikhaOfficial YouTube channel.
Selain Munif Hjjaz, seorang lagi figura yang aktif menghasilkan karya secara konsisten, tidak lain tidak bukan, penyanyi dan komposer terkenal; Daqmie.
Kali ini, Daqmie bekerjasama dengan Pertubuhan Kebajikan Islam Malaysia (PERKIM) Cawangan Datuk Keramat menghasilkan sebuah lagu raya terbaru berjudul Yang Mulia. Lagu ini disampaikan oleh Daqmie dan Mestica.
Pengerusi PERKIM Cawangan Datuk Keramat; Ustaz Mohamad Suhaimi Abdul Aziz yang juga merupakan penulis lirik, berkata lagu tersebut mengisahkan hubungan masyarakat dengan golongan mualaf di negara ini.
“Lagu tersebut dinyanyikan oleh Daqmie dan juga Kumpulan Mestica yang mengisahkan hubungan antara masyarakat dengan golongan mualaf.
“Ia sebagai salah satu usaha dakwah kami agar masyarakat turut sama terlibat dengan usaha yang kami gerakkan ini sekaligus membantu mereka yang memerlukan,” katanya ketika sidang akhbar yang diadakan di sini.
Menurutnya idea penghasilan single ini tercetus hasil perbincangan dengan Daqmie yang juga merupakan komposer bagi lagu tersebut.
“Selaku Duta Mualaf PERKIM Datuk Keramat, Daqmie pernah melontarkan idea agar usaha dakwah PERKIM tidak terlalu terikat dengan kaedah lama namun harus dipelbagai agar sesuai dengan zaman.
“Bermula dari situ maka terlahirlah lagu ini yang turut diterapkan dengan melodi kontemporari bagi menarik minat masyarakat khususnya generasi muda.
“Kami mengharapkan dengan kepakaran dan populariti Daqmie dan kumpulan Mestica dapat menarik minat lebih ramai anak muda dengan kerja dakwah yang aktif di platform digital dan media sosial,” ujarnya pula.
Terdahulu PERKIM Datuk Keramat meraikan golongan mualaf dengan mengadakan Majlis Berbuka Puasa sekaligus melancarkan single raya tersebut.
Sementara itu Daqmie ketika mengulas berkata cabaran utama ketika penghasilan lagu ini ialah kekangan masa sambil berharap single raya ini dapat diterima masyarakat.
“Antara cabaran ketika menghasilkan lagu ini ialah masa yang diberi agak suntuk. Ketika Ustaz (Suhaimi) maklumkan PERKIM mahu terbit lagu raya pada mulanya saya agak terkejut.
“Namun setelah berbincang dengan rakan-rakan kami akhirnya bersetuju menerima cabaran ini, alhamdulliah kerjasama yang diberikan semua pihak akhirnya single ini berjaya direalisasikan.
“Semoga lagu ini dapat diterima semua pihak sekaligus memeriahkan sambutan Aidilfitri pada tahun ini,” katanya pula.
Pemilihan kumpulan Mestica sebagai rakan duet dalam lagu ini dilihat mampu mengubat rindu dikalangan peminat Mestica yang sentiasa menantikan karya baharu dari kumpulan nasyid popular tersebut.
Lagu Yang Mulia telah berada di pasaran dan boleh distrim di semua platform penstriman muzik digital yang sah. Manakala video muzik Yang Mulia boleh ditonton di saluran Youtube Daqmie Channel.
Untuk rekod PERKIM merupakan organisasi yang aktif dengan kerja-kerja dakwah dan kebajikan untuk menyebarluaskan syiar Islam kepada golongan Islam dan belum Islam di negara ini.
Umat Islam di Malaysia akan menyambut Hari Raya Aidilfitri pada hari Rabu, 10 April 2024 bersamaan 1 Syawal 1445H.
Pengumuman ini dibuat oleh Penyimpan Mohor Besar Raja-Raja; Tan Sri Syed Danial bin Syed Ahmad dalam Pengumuman Tarikh Hari Raya yang disiarkan di semua radio dan televisyen tempatan sebentar tadi.
“Bagi menyempurnakan titah perintah Ke Bawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong, setelah diperkenan oleh Duli-Duli Yang Maha Mulia Raja-Raja, maka adalah dengan ini saya mengisytiharkan bahawa tarikh Hari Raya Puasa bagi negeri-negeri seluruh Malaysia ditetapkan pada hari Rabu, 10 April 2024,” katanya.
Penetapan tarikh Hari Raya Aidilfitri ini dibuat berdasarkan rukyah dan hisab.
Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri diucapkan kepada semua umat Islam. Maaf zahir dan batin.