Al Mashriq - the Levant - Lebanon and the Middle East -  .

Acoustic Instruments - - Descriptions, photos and players of many folkloric instruments, among which is the oud. There's a list of famous performers for each instrument, and some pictures.

Arabic Music Information Source - - Numerous reviews, RealAudio samples, and news stories on Arabic music, particularly popular artists and Khaliji stars.

The Arabic Music Page - - This was formerly known as the FAQ (frequently asked questions) for the rec.music.arabic newsgroup. Good introductory information to Arabic music.

Bisher Rihani - - Featuring links to songs and music resources, sites on Arabic culture and entertainment, live TV, radio and newspapers. With MP3s, RealAudio and MIDIs.

The Egyptian Castle - - A site focused on Egyptian culture. The music area offers MIDI and RealAudio files, and information about leading artists. Also business, travel, live radio, live TV, shopping, and history.

Jas's-- Middle Eastern Rhythms FAQ - - ASCII text renditions of Arab-style doumbek rhythms with MIDI examples of some.

Middle Eastern Music: Translated Song Lyrics - - English translations of the lyrics of 40 popular Arabic, Turkish, Greek, Armenian, and Hebrew songs. Some are accompanied by RealAudio clips.

Miq Productions Rebetika - - Information on this genre of Greek music which prospered in the 1920's and 1930's. Includes discography, charts of rhythms and modes, and links.

Progressive Music of North Africa - - Contains sound clips and biographies of pioneer and contemporary performers from the region.

Quick and Dirty Guide to the Doumbek - - Written guide on how to play Middle Eastern rhythms on Egyptian percussion instruments.

RomanySaad.com - - Features Arabic MP3s and streaming radio, song lyrics translated into English, and artist pages for Amr Diab, Abd al-Halim Hafiz, and Kazemel Saher.