United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a significant and rapidly growing music market, particularly within the MENA region. Revenue in its music market is projected to reach US$5.03 million in 2025¹. The UAE's positioning as a business hub, coupled with high disposable income and extensive internet access, contributes to its vibrant music scene, which also benefits from a large expatriate population⁴. The broader MENA region, including the UAE, saw a 35% increase in music revenues in 2022, making it one of the fastest-growing music markets globally².

United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a significant and rapidly growing music market, particularly within the MENA region. Revenue in its music market is projected to reach US$5.03 million in 2025¹. The UAE's positioning as a business hub, coupled with high disposable income and extensive internet access, contributes to its vibrant music scene, which also benefits from a large expatriate population⁴. The broader MENA region, including the UAE, saw a 35% increase in music revenues in 2022, making it one of the fastest-growing music markets globally².

United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a significant and rapidly growing music market, particularly within the MENA region. Revenue in its music market is projected to reach US$5.03 million in 2025¹. The UAE's positioning as a business hub, coupled with high disposable income and extensive internet access, contributes to its vibrant music scene, which also benefits from a large expatriate population⁴. The broader MENA region, including the UAE, saw a 35% increase in music revenues in 2022, making it one of the fastest-growing music markets globally².

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