Hamza Namira, Cairokee, and Marwan Pablo's concert at Riyadh Season | Date and details

The Saudi capital, Riyadh, is preparing to host a unique artistic event, as a selection of leading figures in alternative and independent music from the Arab world will perform an exceptional concert at the Abu Bakr Salem Theater. This grand event, scheduled for Thursday, December 4th, will feature Hamza Namira, the renowned band Cairokee, and rap star Marwan Pablo, as part of the Riyadh Season festivities, which continue to dazzle audiences with their diversity and innovation.

Riyadh Season: A Global Destination for the Arts

This event further solidifies Riyadh Season's position as one of the world's leading entertainment festivals, falling under the umbrella of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to diversify income sources and enhance quality of life. In its successive editions, the season has successfully transformed Riyadh into a global tourist destination, attracting millions of visitors from within the Kingdom and abroad by hosting artistic, sporting, and cultural events that cater to all tastes, reflecting the cultural and artistic openness that the Kingdom is experiencing.

A rare musical trilogy on one stage

What makes this night special is the combination of three different musical schools that have shaped the consciousness of the new generation in Egypt and the Arab world:

• Hamza Namira: Known as the “Artist of Humanity,” he was able, through his musical project, to revive folk heritage with modern touches, in addition to his own songs that touch on issues of alienation and hope, achieving hundreds of millions of views across digital platforms.
• Cairokee: an icon of Arabic rock music, they began their journey in the early millennium and succeeded in expressing the dreams and aspirations of young people with bold lyrics and enthusiastic melodies, which made their concerts always characterized by tremendous public energy and unparalleled interaction.
• Marwan Pablo: who is considered one of the “godfathers” of Trap music in the region, and who revolutionized the form of Arabic rap songs, managing to create a broad fan base that eagerly awaits his appearances.

Global organization and massive facilities

The event is being organized by Benchmark, a company renowned for delivering the biggest concerts in the Kingdom according to the highest international standards. The company confirmed the completion of technical preparations at the Abu Bakr Salem Theater, one of the most important theaters in the region, which has been equipped with the latest sound engineering, lighting, and visual effects technologies to ensure an audio-visual experience befitting the Riyadh Season audience and the stature of the participating stars.

Cultural and artistic influence

This concert is more than just a musical performance; it's a clear testament to the cultural diversity that Riyadh embraces, giving a platform to musical styles previously categorized as "alternative art" to grace its grandest stages. This trend underscores the Kingdom's leading role in shaping the new Arab art scene, providing a creative platform that connects artists with their audiences, who are eager for sophisticated and distinctive art.