Of all the Afro House tracks with Middle Eastern vibes in recent history, the new Tom Boye track Nights in the Kasbah has to be one of the best. Combining Arabic and Moroccan flavors with classic features of Afro House, Nights in the Kasbah is richly layered, stunningly evocative, and perfect for lighting up Afro House dance floors worldwide.
The Arabic & Moroccan Inspiration Behind Tom Boye’s Nights In The Kasbah
From the very first beat of Tom Boye – Nights in the Kasbah, the listener is transported to a hot, dusty evening in Marrakech, with haunting vocal samples and complex percussion arrangements bringing an entrancing atmosphere. Elsewhere, deep tribal drums, syncopated rhythms and atmospheric pads create a hypnotic groove, drawing the listener in even further to the Middle Eastern-inspired landscapes that the song evokes. Also present in the track is a clear reverence for the rich traditions of Arabic and Moroccan music, combined here with Afro House. The use of traditional instrumentation and non-Western scales and modes shows that Boye is not just using these elements for the sake of it, but rather employing them organically to reflect his deep appreciation of these sounds.
How Tom Boye Shapes a Unique Afro House Experience
Whilst Tom Boye – Nights at the Kasbah does a spectacular job of bringing those flavors of Arabic and Moroccan music to the track, he never forgets that first and foremost this is an Afro House release. The song blends crisp hand drum rhythms with deep, rolling beats typical of the genre, for instance, that instantly grab your attention. Elsewhere, warm, flowing basslines and subtle builds give it that signature Afro House energy that feels both club-ready and reflective. It is this balance of danceable vibes and global influences that makes Nights in the Kasbah one of the best Afro House tracks with Middle Eastern vibes that we have heard in quite some time!
