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Zain Bhikha’s New Release ‘A Phoenix Once Was Palestine’ Reflects on Resilience and Hope

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September 7, 2024

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Zain Bhikha ignites a spark of hope with his latest song, ‘A Phoenix Once Was Palestine’. As the world crumbles under the atrocities that the people of Palestine face, Zain Bhikha’s latest song – ‘A Phoenix Once Was Palestine’, with its impactful lyrics and Bhikha’s signature vocals, delivers a powerful message of solidarity and empathy, acknowledging the resilience, pain and displacement endured by the Palestinians.

Bhikha states that he chose to use the words of the powerful Palestinian anthem in the chorus of the song as it speaks to the faith that the country’s people display not only since October 2023, but over several decades of onslaught: “From the ashes there will rise a phoenix once was Palestine”, makes this more than just a song, A ‘Phoenix Once Was Palestine’ is a rallying cry. It compels listeners to consider the realities of the situation while offering a message of enduring hope for a brighter future. The song serves as a reminder that freedom and justice, while seemingly distant, remain a powerful possibility.

Filmed in Cape Town, South Africa, where artists have created murals on buildings, on walls, in public spaces and in homes, as a sign of solidarity with their Palestinian brothers, the accompanying video to ‘A Phoenix Once Was Palestine’ is as powerful in its message. It is the sentiment of most South Africans, who still wear the scars of Apartheid, and who stand firm in the words of President Nelson Mandela when he so aptly stated, ‘We know too well that our freedom is incomplete without the freedom of the Palestinians.’

What makes this song all the more special are the accompanying artists that Bhikha chose to collaborate with. Throughout his career Zain Bhikha is known to bring out the best in a song through pairing with talented artists. His songs have featured not only world renowned artists, but also young singers, rap artists and spoken word poets. Amongst his previous collaborations are songs with friends’ – Dawud Wharnsby and Omar Regan, his mentor-Yusuf Islam and acclaimed singers like Khalid Belrhouzi, Mu’ad, Khalil Ismail, Taariq Malinga and Fadi Tolbi.

In recent years, Zain has also chosen to feature gifted, young artists through mentoring collaborations. For “A Phoenix Once Was Palestine”, the choice of upcoming talent was so difficult that he eventually chose the voices of Iman Farrar, a dynamic young Australian/Malay singer who has made waves with her voice since 2019, and the charismatic Yaman Helmi from Syria, whose iconic and distinguished singing voice is what made him get recognised by aid organisation Africa Muslims Agency (AMA).

Bhikha adds: “Both of these young artists, Iman and Yaman just touched a chord in me. Their voices each added a depth to the song that elevated it both in tune and emotion. It was extremely difficult to choose, and eventually the team and I decided to release two versions of ‘A Phoenix Once Was Palestine’. I believe they will be received equally well by fans.”

A Phoenix Once Was Palestine is available with voice and drum as well as a voice-only version on all major streaming platforms. The official video is available on the ZainBhikhaOfficial YouTube channel.

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Terbuai Dengan Alunan Selawat Tafrijiyah dari Kumpulan One Path

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March 23, 2025

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Kumpulan One Path tampil dengan sebuah single terbaru berjudul Selawat Tafrijiyah.

Dengan alunan melodi yang merdu dan lirik yang penuh makna, alunan selawat ini dihasilkan bagi memberikan ketenangan serta mengajak pendengar menghayati keindahan zikir sepanjang bulan mulia ini.

Single istimewa ini kini tersedia di semua platform digital untuk dinikmati oleh peminat.

Setiap bait selawat disampaikan dengan penuh penghayatan, disertai alunan suara yang menyentuh hati, menjadikan karya ini begitu bermakna untuk didengar dan dihayati.

Dihasilkan dengan sentuhan terbaik, Selawat Tafrijiyah menampilkan nyanyian serta susunan lagu oleh Haseef One Path, manakala terjemahan lirik dilakukan bersama oleh Haseef dan Shafiq One Path.

Proses rakaman pula dijalankan di Tarbiah Sentap Records, memastikan kualiti audio yang terbaik buat pendengar.

Dalam aspek visual, karya ini turut diperkemaskan dengan sentuhan produksi yang mantap.

Video Selawat Tafrijiyah diterbitkan oleh Adnin Roslan dengan arahan daripada pasukan Karya Tujuh, memberikan dimensi tambahan kepada pengalaman mendengar selawat ini.

Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk menikmati Selawat Tafrijiyah, sebuah karya yang mampu membangkitkan ketenangan serta kecintaan kepada Rasulullah SAW.

Strim sekarang di semua platform digital dan hayati keindahannya sepanjang Ramadan ini!

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“Qalbi Fil Madinah” by Maher Zain & Harris J Takes the World by Storm!

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March 23, 2025

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The incredible collaboration between Maher Zain and Harris J has taken the global stage by storm with their latest single, “Qalbi Fil Madinah” (My Heart is in Madinah)—a song that beautifully captures the love and serenity of the blessed city.

Released in two versions—a full song with music and a vocals-only version—this heartfelt track has resonated with millions worldwide in just 10 days!

Phenomenal Achievements of “Qalbi Fil Madinah”:

Over 1 billion views on TikTok
More than 1.5 million videos created using the song on TikTok
15 million+ views on YouTube, ranking #3 globally
Trending in 33 countries, including, for the first time ever for an Islamic song, in the UK, France, Belgium, Spain, the Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Canada & Australia!
Over 2.5 million streams across digital platforms

The song “Qalbi Fil Madinah” features lyrics written by Bara Kherigi, with a melody composed by Maher Zain and Harris J. The music arrangement was done entirely by Maher Zain, while the vocal arrangement was handled by Namz Kay. The mixing and mastering process was carried out by Ronny Lahti and Namz Kay, ensuring top-quality audio for listeners to enjoy.

Expressing their gratitude, Maher Zain and Harris J shared, “We are both humbled and grateful for the overwhelming response. May this song continue to inspire, uplift, and connect hearts to the spirit of Madinah and the message of Prophet Muhammad P.B.U.H.”

Join the #QalbiFilMadinah movement—keep streaming, sharing, and spreading the love!

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Fitri Haris Diiktiraf Sebagai UK Global Talent (Akademik) Dalam Bidang Etnomusikologi

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March 16, 2025

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Penyanyi dan ahli akademik, Ts. Dr. Fitri Haris, yang juga anggota kumpulan nasyid UNIC, telah menerima pengiktirafan berprestij daripada British Academy sebagai UK Global Talent – Exceptional Promise (Ahli Akademik) dalam bidang Kemanusiaan dan Seni, khususnya dalam Etnomusikologi.

Penghormatan ini mengiktiraf sumbangan Fitri dalam muzik Islam popular dan hiburan patuh syariah, sekaligus membuka peluang baharu untuk penyelidikan serta kerjasama budaya dan akademik di peringkat antarabangsa.

Dengan pengiktirafan ini, Fitri berpeluang bekerjasama dengan universiti terkemuka di UK, mendapatkan dana penyelidikan serta menyertai projek-projek inovatif dalam bidangnya.

“Pengiktirafan ini bukan sahaja mengukuhkan kehadiran saya di peringkat antarabangsa tetapi juga memberi peluang untuk menyertai persidangan global, memperluas rangkaian profesional, dan mengembangkan kerjaya akademik saya,” ujar Fitri.

Selain kejayaan peribadinya, Fitri juga bertekad untuk menghubungkan Malaysia, Asia Tenggara, dan UK melalui etnomusikologi.

Beliau berharap dapat memperkenalkan warisan muzik Asia Tenggara dan mempromosikan hiburan patuh syariah di platform global, sekali gus meningkatkan pemahaman silang budaya dan kolaborasi antarabangsa.

Dengan UK Global Talent Visa yang diberikan untuk tempoh 2025 hingga 2030, Fitri bersedia untuk menyelami dunia akademik di UK, meneroka perspektif baharu, serta menyumbang kepada perkembangan seni dan muzik Islam.

Pengiktirafan ini bukan sahaja membanggakan Fitri dan UNIC, malah menjadi pencapaian bermakna buat industri muzik Islam serta etnomusikologi Malaysia di persada antarabangsa.