Omar Souleyman

Omar Souleyman (born 1966) is a singer from Syria. 
He began singing professionally in 1994. He has sung at Syrian weddings. He has made records of his music. He has made more than 500 live albums. His success and popularity in Syria led to performances in other countries, starting in 1977. Those countries were Canada, Australia, the United States, and ones in Europe. 
Souleyman is backed by various bands with many different instruments. "[H]is dizzying use of ululating keyboards, pounding synthesied beats and throaty vocals pays homage to "dabke", a `middle Eastern line-dance synonymous with weddings and other celebrations." According to reviewer Tshepo Mokoena, his songs are all about love and companionship.