The shop will sell both CD's and merchandise - in a bid to generate revenues in a market known for its weak copyright laws.

EMI Music Arabia chairman Abhijit Mitra said the venture would bring artists closer to consumers in the region and added, " It will give them much greater choice in the way they discover, purchase and enjoy music and we're very excited about its potential".

Souq.com CEO Ronaldo Mouchawar added: "Souq.com has fast become a destination for ...