{"product_id":"fairuz-rahbani-brothers-chat-iskandaria-vinyl-lp","title":"Fairuz, Rahbani Brothers – شط إسكندرية = Chat Iskandaria, Vinyl LP","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFairuz, Rahbani Brothers – شط إسكندرية = Chat Iskandaria, Vinyl LP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-page__abstract\"\u003eWewantsounds announces the first vinyl reissue of Fairuz’s 1987 classic “Shat Iskandaria.” Featuring Rahbani Brothers’ compositions, Ziad Rahbani’s production, and iconic Arabic poetry, this album merges tradition with modern arrangements, cementing its status as a beloved masterpiece of world music.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-page__description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWewantsounds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis proud to announce the highly anticipated first-time vinyl reissue of\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShat Iskandaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Alexandria Waterfront), the landmark 1987 album by Lebanese legend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFairuz,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einterpreting the timeless songs of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRahbani Brothers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cornerstone of Arabic music, Fairuz’s Shat Iskandaria showcases the singer’s unparalleled vocal mastery alongside the visionary arrangements of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZiad Rahbani\u003c\/strong\u003e, who produced the album and directed the musical ensemble. Recorded with an all-star cast of Middle Eastern musicians, the album features both original compositions by the Rahbani Brothers—Assi and Mansour—and new interpretations by Ziad Rahbani, alongside contributions from renowned poets such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaid Akl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAl Akhtal Al Saghir\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a seamless blend of tradition and modernity, with lush orchestration and contemporary touches that have made Shat Iskandaria a classic among collectors and music lovers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe album’s title track, “Shat Iskandaria,” is a mesmerizing tribute to the spirit of Alexandria, evoking the city’s historic charm and cosmopolitan energy. Other standout tracks include “Ams Intahayna,” a poignant ballad, and a series of unforgettable renditions that highlight Fairuz’s unique ability to bring poetry and emotion to every note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wewantsounds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49980502507713,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1407\/4970\/files\/Fairuz_RahbaniBrothers_ChatIskandaria.webp?v=1771113478","url":"https:\/\/hathillrecords.com.au\/products\/fairuz-rahbani-brothers-chat-iskandaria-vinyl-lp","provider":"Hat Hill Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}