Bourj Hammoud Groove celebrates the music of Armenian-Lebanese artist Ara Kekedjian, a key figure in shaping Beirut’s distinctive Estradayin pop sound. Blending disco rhythms, synth-pop textures and Armenian melodic traditions, Kekedjian crafted a sound both rooted in community and universal in appeal.<br>
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Named after Bourj Hammoud — the vibrant Beirut neighbourhood that became a cultural centre for the Armenian diaspora — the compilation gathers some of Kekedjian’s finest recordings. It’s accompanied by an extensive booklet featuring liner notes from Darone Sassounian, who traces Ara’s life and musical legacy, alongside a collection of rare archival photographs.<br>
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Released by Habibi Funk, Bourj Hammoud Groove continues the label’s commitment to thoughtful archival work, unearthing music that bridges cultural history and timeless groove.
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