Manama:Pearl Music Bahrain, a Bahrain-based music company, has announced its launch at the fourth edition of Gateway Gulf 2026, held on 1-2 November 2026 at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the forum is organized by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB) under the theme "Reimagining Global Partnerships, Powering Sustainable Growth." It gathers international investors, business leaders, and policymakers to explore investment opportunities and strengthen international partnerships.
Drawing on its experience in the French music industry, Pearl Music Bahrain aims to connect artists, musical works, and music catalogues from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries with global markets. It will support artists and music rights holders in developing their careers and expanding the reach of their work through services such as music export and distribution, artist management, talent development, rights and music catalogue management, music licensing for films, television programs, and advertisements, as well as brand partnerships.
As part of its launch, Pearl Music Bahrain introduced its first project, "Les Perles de Bahreïn" (Pearls of Bahrain), a musical collaboration between French songwriter Kerredine Soltani and Bahraini singer Amal Al Anbary, aiming to highlight cultural ties between Bahrain and France through music.
Founded by French music industry professional Youssef Erraji, Pearl Music Bahrain leverages his extensive experience with over 65,000 musical works and more than 8 billion views across multiple channels. The company also partners with international entities, including YEIN France, Universal Music France, and IDOL, to strengthen links between GCC countries and global music markets.
Youssef Erraji, founder and CEO of Pearl Music Bahrain, expressed enthusiasm about Bahrain as a base for building stronger connections between the region's music industry and international markets. He emphasized the company's goal to unite regional talent and international expertise, creating opportunities for artists to reach new audiences and develop cross-border collaborations, with the first project aimed at fortifying the connection between Bahrain and France through music.
Musab Abdullah, Executive Director of Business Development (ICT) at the Bahrain EDB, noted that Pearl Music Bahrain brings an international perspective to the region's music industry development, creating opportunities to connect local and regional talent with global markets. Such initiatives are seen as contributing to economic diversification and opening new avenues for collaboration between Bahrain and global markets.
Gateway Gulf 2026 showcases Bahrain's commitment to supporting economic diversification and creating opportunities for businesses in emerging creative sectors. With its regional connectivity and business-friendly environment, Bahrain serves as a supportive base for companies seeking to build partnerships and expand operations across the region.