Mohammed Abdo's concert in Kuwait in February: A musical evening and a trending topic

The State of Kuwait witnessed the launch of one of the largest artistic events in the Arabian Gulf, as the Arab artist Mohammed Abdo the first concerts of the first week of the “February Kuwait” festival, recording a historic musical night that topped the most trending lists across social media platforms, amidst a full audience attendance that reflected the status of this major artistic event.

The Arab artist and his historic relationship with the Kuwaiti public

Mohammed Abdu's concert was more than just a fleeting musical evening; it was a continuation of a deep-rooted and historic artistic relationship between the "Artist of the Arabs" and the Kuwaiti audience and their refined taste. The "February Kuwait" festival is an extension of the shopping and tourism festivals that Kuwait has been organizing for decades, which have evolved over time into a cultural and artistic platform that brings together the biggest stars of the Arab world. Mohammed Abdu is a cornerstone of the success of these annual events, reflecting the profound cultural ties between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Kuwait.

Details of the musical evening and the singing program

The concert was characterized by a high level of harmony between the singer and the audience, as Mohammed Abdu presented two musical sets with a short intermission, accompanied by a large musical ensemble led by Maestro Hani Farhat. The Artist of the Arabs diversified his selections between old and new, singing 20 of his timeless masterpieces, including: (I Miss You So Much, The Distant Dawn, You Torment Me, They Said I Forgot Him, My Love, Return My Greetings, Hello You with the Lost Hair, Who Says Beauty, I Went to the Doctor, You Are With Me, Me and My Beloved, We Disagreed, Laura, The Path of the Lost, We Are Well, It's Enough That You Saw Her, Daughter of Light, Oh You Who Seeks the Easy Way, It's Three Days for Me, I Want News from Him, and At the Point of Clarity).

A touch of loyalty from Ruwaished and behind-the-scenes footage of the concert

In a heartwarming display of friendship and loyalty within the Gulf artistic community, Kuwaiti singer Abdullah Al-Ruwaished surprised his friend Mohammed Abdu with a special visit backstage during a rehearsal before a concert. The renowned Arab artist expressed his deep gratitude for this gesture, describing Al-Ruwaished as a true Kuwaiti icon and affirming that Al-Ruwaished's songs possess a unique quality that only he can masterfully deliver.

For his part, Salem Al-Hindi, CEO of Rotana Group, welcomed the Arab artist, who praised the professional organization and the pivotal role that Rotana plays in the entertainment industry and in exporting Gulf and Arab songs to international forums, pointing to the success of his recent concert in London as evidence of this excellence.

Youthful energy with Ayed and Miami

Continuing the success, the second concert featured a different atmosphere, brimming with enthusiasm and youthful energy, bringing together the "Kings of Fun," the Miami band, and the young Saudi star, Ayed Yousef. For an hour and a half, Ayed performed a selection of his best songs, interacting with the audience through dancing and singing, and concluding his set with the patriotic song, "Ya Dar.".

The grand finale was with the Miami band, led by Khaled Al-Randi and Meshaal Laili, who set the stage ablaze with their fast-paced, rhythmic songs, confirming their continued status as one of the most important musical groups that has maintained its popularity across generations.

Upcoming concert schedule

The festival continues to offer rich artistic offerings, as the audience looks forward to two special concerts in the second week; the first on February 22, performed by “The Falcon of Gulf Song” Rabeh Saqer, and the second on February 23, which brings together a distinguished Gulf trio including Mutrif Al Mutrif, Waleed Al Shami, and “The Pulse of Kuwait” Nabeel Shuail, thus enhancing Kuwait’s position as a beacon of art and music in the region.