Bridging Deserts and Cities: The Sound of Middle Eastern Rock Fusion
In an era of globalized soundscapes, few musicians stand out as authentically as Abbas Sharif Alaskari . A British guitarist and composer with deep roots in both Western rock and Middle Eastern musical traditions, Abbas has crafted a style that doesn’t merely fuse genres — it bridges entire cultures. His work is a melodic dialogue between the bustling streets of London and the golden dunes of Dubai. Abbas's musical journey began in the heart of the UK, where he studied contemporary music performance at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in London. Even in his early days as a session guitarist for underground rock bands, he stood out for experimenting with scales and tonalities not typically heard in British rock. This experimentation laid the foundation for his signature style: combining Arabic maqam scales with heavy guitar riffs, creating a fusion that is as emotive as it is electrifying. A pivotal chapter in Abbas's artistic evolution unfolded during his dec...