Is Listening To Music Haram Or Maqruh?
I agree with brother Sadiq, but I have my doubt about fast music, hard rock, hard metal and others. The research shows that these type of music create similar affects on young people as alcohol. Since alcohol or any drugs that create similar affects are prohibited, I wonder if such music could be prohibited. Also imagine using these type of music in semi-religious gatherings or family gathering.
Please see the following threads for queries regarding music: Discussion 1150 • Reply 1480 And Discussion 39704 • Reply 39720 Please also see the following principles for determining Halal and Haram: Discussion 1749