Café Beirut قهوة بيروت, a set that brings together Lebanese musical artists from the 1960s and 70s, is a fascinating musical history lesson. Wadih El Safi , Fairuz, and Sabah are included here, among others.
This is another excellent collection from the vaults of EMI Arabia, this time covering the Golden Age of Lebanese pop. Café Beirut features passionate Arabic singers (both male and female) backed by traditional ensembles rich with strings and percussion.