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Egypt has lost one of its most influential musical pioneers. Legendary composer, arranger, and producer Hany Shenouda died on Monday, 20 July, at the age of 83. Born in 1943, Shenouda is best remembered for founding the band Al-Masryeen in 1977. At a time when Arabic popular music was dominated by traditional orchestral arrangements, the group introduced Western pop, rock, and funk influences while maintaining an Egyptian identity. Their fresh sound and socially conscious lyrics helped redefine Arabic pop…
