[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]In the heart of Saudi Arabia’s capital, Nora leaned into the microphone and released a primal scream. Accompanied by wailing guitars and pulsating drums, her bandmates joined in as Seera, an all-female psychedelic rock group, delivered a recent performance.
Just a few years ago, the notion of Seera performing publicly would have been unimaginable. Yet, as Saudi Arabia embraces liberalization in certain societal aspects, Seera represents the evolving landscape where women are increasingly finding their voices.
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“We weren’t sure how people would respond,” remarked Meesh, the band’s bassist, who, along with other members, preferred to go by her stage name. The band chose “Seera,” meaning “life” or “biography” in Arabic, reflecting their musical journey.
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