Today's Song of the Day, as chosen by Larry Mizell, Jr., host of the Afternoon Show on KEXP, is "Free Palestine" by Moktar, from the 2023 compilation album By the People, For the People on House of Afandi Records.
This week’s Song of the Day picks come from the compilation album By the People, For the People, released by House of Afandi Records in November 2023. 100% of the proceeds from sales of this LP will be donated directly to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund.
Egyptian-Australian artist Moktar proudly infuses influences from his Middle-Eastern heritage into his techno, house, and electro compositions. (His father is a famed Egyptian conductor and composer of Arabic and folk music.)
As he states on Instagram, "I’ve witnessed many talented musicians in Palestine and Europe facing significant challenges, losing opportunities, and being pushed into silence. It’s disheartening to see their voices being suppressed. In response, I am determined not to remain silent. Now, more than ever, I feel a responsibility to occupy space with our voices."
