North African countries in the Arab world are streaming local content on Spotify more than neighbouring Arab countries, exclusive data shared with The National shows. The data shows that local and regional artists dominate the top artists list in Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco and Egypt with names such as Didine Canon 16, ElGrandeToto and A.L.A. While rap remains a big genre in North Africa, Mahraganat in Egypt remains popular, being the second most-streamed Spotify genre. In Palestine, like North African countries, local artists and songs are streamed, with Shabjdeed among its top artists. In Gulf countries, international hit songs remain the most popular, with the exception of traditional folkloric songs called Sheilat in Saudi Arabia.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 31, 2021 15:11 UTC