Syrian singer Majd El Qassem has released a new mini album titled 'Shou Helou,' designed to bring optimism and joy to audiences during tough times. In an exclusive interview, the artist with over three decades in music reflects on the project's inspirations and his lasting career. The album includes five tracks blending romance, pop, and drama.
Syrian singer Majd El Qassem continues his musical journey spanning more than three decades, solidifying his place as one of the most expressive dramatic voices in Arab music. He returns today with a new mini album titled 'Shou Helou,' rooted in positivity to help restore joy for audiences increasingly seeking uplifting sounds.
In the interview, El Qassem explains the title: '“Shou Helou” is a very simple phrase, yet it carries a strong positive energy. I wanted to present a project filled with hope and happiness—music that reminds people that life still has beautiful moments worth celebrating, despite everything.'
The album features five tracks: 'Shou Helou,' a light romantic upbeat song; 'Hilek Hilek,' a fast-paced modern pop track; 'Sanet Full,' driven by optimism; 'Anti Al-Amira,' a classic romantic ballad; and 'Ala Nar,' a dramatic duet with Hamdy Al-Junaidi. This release stands out with a fresh musical spirit, thanks to collaborations with younger composers, lyricists, and producers, plus strong digital traction on TikTok and Instagram, reaching a new generation.
He expresses pride in his career, noting enduring songs like 'Ghammed Aineik,' 'La‘bitak,' 'Qaswat Qalbak,' and 'Isma‘ Ba’a.' His commitment to romantic and dramatic music stems from them being 'emotional truths,' with mawwals allowing honest expression of deep feelings. Egypt has embraced him artistically and personally, through singing in the Egyptian dialect and working with major Egyptian composers.
His motivation comes from fans: 'My audience. Their love and emotional connection give me strength. Music saved me; it became my refuge and a way to heal myself, and hopefully to bring comfort to others as well.' He views the modern music industry as one where social media accelerates exposure but cannot replace substance. Reactions to the album and his recent Mohandessin concert exceeded expectations, with strong attendance, emotional engagement, and positive online streaming figures.
Upcoming plans include concerts in Cairo and the North Coast, followed by tours in the Gulf and Europe, and a full album in late 2026 or early 2027. He hopes to be remembered as an honest artist, faithful to his voice, music, and audience.
