Opera, a genre once foreign to Saudi Arabia, is making its way into the Kingdom's evolving cultural landscape. As the nation witnesses a surge in musical activities and the announcement of its first opera house, the question arises: Can opera capture the hearts of Saudis in the same way other genres have?
Sep 10, 2024
Spotify's recognition of Sultan Al Murshed as part of its RADAR Arabia program carries significant meaning for young Saudis and contributes positively to Saudi Arabia's cultural landscape. Seeing Al Murshed gain international recognition provides a powerful source of inspiration and a tangible role model for young Saudis, demonstrating that local artists can achieve global success while staying true to their cultural roots.
May 26, 2024
On 27 November 2023 the hard rock band Metallica made a surprise announcement on their website: “We’re not done with 2023 just yet, as an amazing opportunity has just come our way to perform at a major festival that we have never played in a part of the world we rarely get to visit. We’re excited to announce that on Thursday, December 14 we’ll be the first hard rock band to ever play at the Soundstorm Festival in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Dec 2, 2023
XP Music and MDL Beast are adding to the Saudi music scene, introducing fresh sounds and cultural expressions that resonate with the nation's energetic and enthusiastic youth. As Saudi Arabia embraces a burgeoning art industry, this new music genre faces the challenge of building from scratch.
Jul 2, 2022
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