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\nBalad Beast is set to make a grand return in its third edition in 2025, once again transforming the antique streets and vibrant markets of Al-Balad into a live canvas of music, art, and culture. On January 30th and 31st, 2025, visitors will converge in this UNESCO World Heritage-listed district for a two-day celebration that elevates the festival\u2019s legacy as a cultural crossroad, spotlighting a diverse array of music genres, adventures, and immersive artistic experiences.
\nA Global Music Lineup
\nThis year\u2019s Balad Beast promises a diverse blend of globally acclaimed superstars and emerging talents in rap, soul, pop, electronic, and beyond. The 2025 headliners include:
\nDay one will feature some of the biggest names in the industry, Grammy-winning 21 Savage, Atlanta rap star Gunna, JID, and 2020 Mercury Album of the year winner Michael Kiwanuka. As well as regional artists such as Disco Misr from Egypt, and local talents DISH DASH, Gazi, Saoud and Varoo.
\nDay two will feature Hip-hop icon Wiz Khalifah, infamous producer Metro Boomin, Hats & Klaps, and all the way from Canada Ghostly Kisses with her ethereal pop, and the all-female Saudi rock band Seera.
\nCultural Immersion and Creative Exchange
\nBeyond the music, Balad Beast presents a holistic cultural experience that invites attendees to engage with Al-Balad\u2019s rich past while looking toward the future. Expanding on previous editions, the 2025 festival will feature:
\nImmersive Art Installations: Contemporary artists and designers will reimagine Al-Balad\u2019s historic architecture with cutting-edge projections, large-scale sculptures, and interactive artworks.
\nReflecting Balad Beast\u2019s mission to foster cross-cultural understanding, the festival supports local businesses, artisans, and nonprofits. Through partnerships with community organizations, it aims to uplift local talent, promote sustainability, and ensure a positive long-term impact on Al-Balad\u2019s cultural landscape.
\nBalad Beast is more than just a festival\u2014it\u2019s a convergence of voices, perspectives, and artistic expressions that transcend borders. With its 2025 edition, Balad Beast aspires to encourage meaningful dialogue, cultivate new creative bonds, and inspire future generations to cherish and reinvent cultural traditions.
\n\u201cWe are coming back to Balad with really exciting experiences. Fresh music with new and returning acts, and as always, otherworldly immersive experiences inspired by our past, present and future\u201d said Ahmed Alammary (Baloo), MDLBEAST\u2019s Chief Creative Officer.
\nBalad Beast is part of MDLBEAST’s lineup of unique venue events, aligning with the company\u2019s promise of delivering unforgettable experiences in iconic locations. To ensure the safety of historic sites, MDLBEAST is committed to conducting sound tests and strategically placed stages to protect buildings from\u00a0sound\u00a0impact.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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