Harem is the eighth studio album by English singer and songwriter Sarah Brightman, released in the United States on June 10, 2003, through Angel Records. Brightman went for an arabian style as seen in the album's declarative theme of myth and fantasy. Although it has an inclination towards her signature ballads, the album encompasses dance-oriented and uptempo styles in keeping with its celebratory motif. In contrast to the classical crossover music style that framed her previous releases, Harem showcases a wider range of genres, exploring World music-related styles, such as Arabic music and Indian music.