By Our Correspondent

National News – Members of Aswat Almadina, a popular Sudanese music group, have continued creating music despite being scattered across countries due to the ongoing war in Sudan.

The band, formed in 2014 in Khartoum, was forced into exile after conflict erupted in April 2023.

The war, which has claimed over 150,000 lives and displaced about 12 million people, disrupted their lives and careers but strengthened their resolve to inspire peace through music.

The group blends Middle Eastern folk, jazz, and urban pop, gaining recognition among young Sudanese audiences.

Their lyrics, often addressing corruption, inequality, and social struggles, made them influential voices even before the fall of former leader Omar al-Bashir in 2019.

Lead singer Ibrahem Mahmoud was repeatedly arrested for his politically charged songs, highlighting the risks they faced for “singing the truth.”

When the war broke out, band members were in a studio recording new music.

Gunfire soon replaced melodies, forcing them to flee. Ibrahem relocated to Jeddah, while co-founder Timon moved to Cairo after a difficult journey.

Despite separation, they continued collaborating remotely, even recording songs amid unstable internet and ongoing shelling.

Their music became a coping mechanism and symbol of resilience. One of their recent works, inspired by the conflict, emphasizes peace and unity.

According to the band, music remains a powerful emotional tool capable of connecting people during crisis.

The group’s story reflects how art persists even in extreme conditions.

Aswat Almadina hopes to reunite physically someday and perform again in a peaceful Sudan.

For now, they remain committed to spreading messages of hope, proving that even in war, creativity and culture can endure.