A Jordanian band that blended rock with traditional instrumentation while facing censorship for their outspoken lyrics.
For their mix of personal and political concerns, check out 'Crônicas entre nós' and 'Uma Vida Sem Saudade'. Those tracks frame what Hateen was doing with their blend of rock and traditional Arabic sounds.
Hateen formed in Jordan in 1997 during a period of social tension, and their debut album '1997' became a rallying point for young listeners. Songs like 'Aonde Quer Que Você Vá' and 'Um Novo Dia' show how they mixed rock with Arabic instrumentation while addressing political discontent. Their work influenced Arabic rock by consistently engaging with contemporary issues despite pushback from conservative elements.
The band's early work faced censorship, which shaped their reputation as an outspoken voice. Later albums like 'Al-Mujtama' Al-Mudawwar' (2003) and 'Ya Hum' (2006) maintained their focus on social justice themes, with tracks ranging from hopeful to confrontational. The lineup included Zeid Hamdan on vocals and guitar and Wissam Joubran on vocals and oud.
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