Rashed Al-Majed ignites Riyadh Season in one night, and Rashed's exceptional return
On an exceptional night that captivated lovers of authentic music, the "Sinbad of Arabic Song," artist Rashed Al-Majed, performed a huge concert on Friday evening at the Mohammed Abdo Arena in Boulevard City, as part of the sixth edition of Riyadh Season 2026. The concert witnessed the arrival of thousands of fans who filled the theater on the anticipated night entitled "A Night and Rashed Returned," to announce their great longing for their favorite star.
Al-Majed began his musical evening with his famous song “Tahadduh Al-Bashar” (People Challenged Him), whose words were chanted by the audience with unparalleled enthusiasm, saying: “All of humanity challenged him and became… against him in love, by God, they became,” igniting the atmosphere from the very first moments, announcing the start of an unforgettable artistic night, in which the audience interacted with every musical phrase and every vocal delivery performed by the artist.
Exceptional musical direction and artistic harmony
On this grand evening, artist Rashed Al-Majed was accompanied by a musical ensemble led by the renowned maestro Waleed Fayad, whose exceptional direction added a rich artistic dimension and musical depth befitting Al-Majed's stature and history. The harmony between Al-Majed's voice and the orchestra was evident, providing the audience with a complete audio-visual experience. The musical arrangements were characterized by precision and professionalism, highlighting the beauty of Gulf music.
A remarkable career and a history of creativity
This powerful comeback reaffirms Rashid Al-Majed's esteemed artistic position in the hearts of Arab audiences. Al-Majed is a pillar of Saudi and Gulf music, boasting a career spanning over three decades. Throughout his career, he has shaped the sensibilities of Arab listeners by blending authentic Gulf melodies with modern musical arrangements, creating a rich repertoire of timeless works that range from romantic and patriotic to upbeat and rhythmic, making him a constantly evolving artistic force that inspires generations.
Riyadh Season: A Global Art Destination
This concert holds special significance as it is part of Riyadh Season, which has become a landmark event on the global entertainment and tourism map. Hosting an artistic icon of Rashid Al-Majed's stature on a stage named after the "Artist of the Arabs," Mohammed Abdu, reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the General Entertainment Authority's commitment to celebrating their artistic icons and presenting them to the world in the best possible light. This event also highlights Riyadh's pivotal role as a capital of art and culture, blending the richness of the past with the modernity of the present in world-class entertainment formats.
At the end of the evening, Rashed Al-Majed proved once again that his absence only increases the audience's longing, and that his return is always commensurate with his history, leaving a new mark in the records of Riyadh Season concerts and in the memory of his fans who lived a night to remember.
