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Ahmed Fakroun
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Participations

83
Vocalist
30
Song Writer
Bio
With roots in Benghazi, Libya, Ahmed Fakroun, a name that serves as his birth name and stage name, is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, composer, and the founder of contemporary Arab World Music. His love for music began when he was young, and through the years he has grown as a musician by mastering a variety of instruments and exploring music from around the globe. He has performed on stage with well-known musicians all around the world and has garnered international renown.
Discography
Albums4
Shawara Al Madina
Shawara Al Madina2015 • AlbumTracks: 9
Kalemat Hoob
Kalemat Hoob2014 • AlbumTracks: 8
Compilation
Compilation2010 • AlbumTracks: 34
Awedny
Awedny2010 • AlbumTracks: 10
EPs1
Love Words
Love Words2019 • EPTracks: 8
Singles12
Ya Layla
Ya Layla2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Sahra Desert - Instrumental
Sahra Desert - Instrumental2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Anna Wallayl
Anna Wallayl2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Sahranin - Remix
Sahranin - Remix2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Ya Farhi Beek
Ya Farhi Beek2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Jenna Keaf
Jenna Keaf2019 • SingleTracks: 1
Auidny
Auidny2019 • SingleTracks: 1
Nasy
Nasy2019 • SingleTracks: 1
Salam
Salam2017 • SingleTracks: 1
Drago
Drago2010 • SingleTracks: 3
Soleil Soleil
Soleil Soleil1983 • SingleTracks: 1
Nisyan
Nisyan1977 • SingleTracks: 1
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