World Watch: Abida Parveen

Pakistani Sufi singer, one of the most successful and notable female performers of the genre, gets a boost thanks to MS MARVEL

World Watch: La Femme

Versatile French band bring a refreshing blend of influences to their indie synth rock songs

Nigerian/Irish artists blends soul, folk, hip-hop and jazz for an excellent blend of narrative-driven songwriting

Austrian melodic rock band channels the 80s in their slick, danceable grooves and pop-leaning vocals

Qatar’s first female composer is a multi-talented artist who blends a number of classical styles into the soundscape of the Middle East