Pictures: Hundreds of thousands attended unforgettable performances at the Soundstorm Festival
Harris presented a collection of his successful works, enthusing the crowd with songs such as “I Need Your Love” and “Giant.”
Soundstorm Festival 2024
Earlier on the Big Beast stage, Elissa gave a stunning performance that got the crowd dancing. Elissa said that she was “happy” to be among the list of participants in this year’s festival.
Soundstorm’s excitement extends beyond the Big Beast, with ten unique stages featuring music from global icons, regional pioneers and rising stars.
From A$AP Rocky’s unforgettable debut in Saudi Arabia to his amazing performances on underground stages, the second day demonstrated the festival’s commitment to diversity, creativity and communication.
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The second day of the Soundstage Festival continued to redefine the live music experience in the Middle East – a true celebration of creativity, connection, and the tremendous ability of music to transform.
Scottish DJ and producer Calvin Harris brought unparalleled energy to the Big Beast stage, playing hits like “Blame” and “Outside.”
He won over his fans with his smooth combination of songs and great interaction from the audience, while Elissa, the Queen of Arab Feelings, enchanted the audience with her emotional songs and timeless works, such as “Petmoun,” “Badi Doub,” and “Aishalak.”
Arabic classics and contemporary taste
The atmosphere mixed Arabic classics with contemporary flair, and American pop and R&B star Jason Derulo wowed the audience with his energetic performance, performing fan favorites such as “Solo” and “Tiptoe.”
His smooth voice and powerful stage presence had the audience singing and dancing along with him, making his segment a standout moment on the Big Beast stage. In A$AP Rocky’s first appearance in Saudi Arabia, the hip-hop icon gave a high-energy show, performing hit songs like “Praise the Lord (Da Shine)” and “Fashion Killa”.
His strong stage presence and interaction with the audience made his performance one of the most talked-about moments of the night, and Lamia Khattab, who had just won the XPerform24 competition, shone with her unique voice and modern tone, cementing her status as a rising star.
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Saudi Arabia’s leading DJ and producer, Omar Basaad, also delivered an action-packed show, mixing high-energy progressive house music with Middle Eastern influences.
Egyptian rap star Marwan Moussa shined on the Down Beast stage, mixing modern hip-hop music with Egyptian influences.
Muse wowed fans with an exciting show that combined rock tunes like “Knights of Cydonia” with stunning set pieces and theatrical craftsmanship.
Hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes graced the Bah Bissa stage with his distinctive fast flow and strong stage presence.
10 theaters bursting with music and creativity
The ten stages of Soundstorm Festival 2024 presented fans with an extraordinary variety of sounds, styles and energy.
From the high-octane beats of Saudi icons Dish Dash in the dance tent, to the genre-blending artistry of Husa & Zeyada on the underground Neon stage, every corner of the festival was buzzing with creativity.
DownBest Theater highlighted rising regional stars such as Marwan Moussa, who dazzled the audience with his intense Egyptian hip-hop, and Lamia Khattab, the winner of the X-Perform 2024 competition, who gave an amazing and distinctive show.
Unique combination
Meanwhile, Asayel and Bayou presented a unique blend of rap, R&B and contemporary sounds that resonated deeply with fans.
And on underground stages, artists like Airrica, Sokkary and Jeremy Sylvester pushed boundaries, delivering everything from deep techno to nostalgic beats.
Via Playground by Jax Radio, NarKBeat wowed attendees with a bold, high-energy performance that combined old-school roots with cutting-edge innovation.
This seamless blend of global sounds and regional influences, across the festival’s diverse stages, embodied Soundstorm’s mission to celebrate creativity and talent, from every corner of the music spectrum.
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