As Syria navigates its future under the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), musicians express concerns and hopes for their artistic freedoms. DJ Maher Green emphasizes the need for a well-organized approach to engage with the new leadership, while others reflect on their experiences during the civil war and the metamorphosis of Syria’s music scene. Some musicians, like Wajd Khair, are cautiously optimistic, asserting the importance of being bold in their expression despite the challenges posed by a changing political landscape.