As Saudi gears up for National Day on September 23, a cultural movement is building steam for local artists through Soundstorm. While this day honors the Kingdom’s rich past, SOUNDSTORM, the Riyadh music festival is powering the nation’s bold future.
Happening on Dec 12-14, it’s more than a music festival. Soundstorm sets sights in transforming Saudi Arabia and it’s local artists into a global cultural powerhouse. Fueled by MDLBEAST, the festival isn’t just marking a moment in time—it’s making history.
By showcasing Saudi artists alongside international stars, it’s magnifying the country’s music scene onto the world stage.
Saudi Arabia’s Music Revolution
Soundstorm isn’t just about global icons but also local Saudi artists finally taking the spotlight. These amazing talents are blending their cultural Saudi roots with the pulse of global beats. The festival represents a new creative chapter for Saudi Arabia, one where tradition meets innovation.
Dish Dash
Take DISH DASH, the DJ duo made up of brothers Abbas and Hassan. From hosting underground house parties to headlining the massive festival, it shows how far the local music scene has come.
Reflecting on this journey, one of the brothers shares, “I never expected to have a festival this big here in Saudi. Leveling up from house parties to a festival like Soundstorm, it is truly history in the writing.”
Their rise to fame mirrors Saudi Arabia’s broader cultural transformation—local talent is no longer underground; it’s leading the way.
Cosmicat
Similarly, Cosmicat, one of Saudi’s first female DJs, has carved a path few thought possible.
Born and raised in Jeddah, she juggled dental studies while teaching herself how to DJ when access to equipment was scarce. Now, thanks to Soundstorm, she is one of the most celebrated artists in the Kingdom. “We’ve had a thriving underground music community for so long,” she says.
“Thanks to MDLBEAST, we’re getting the recognition and support we need to grow our careers.” she concludes.
Vinyl Mode
Vinyl Mode (Muhanned Nasser) has also become a key figure in the Kingdom’s music revolution.
Known for blending Saudi heritage with international rhythms, his performances as a local artist at Soundstorm paved the way for global recognition. “I never thought we could make it this far. It was a dream to perform in Saudi, and now we’re bringing this home,” he says.
It’s clear that the Riyadh-based festival is not only amplifying Saudi culture but merging it with global touches in a way that’s uniquely powerful.
Soundstorm’s Year-Round Impact
It isn’t just a moment—it’s a movement that fuels the Kingdom’s cultural evolution year-round.
With nearly half of the lineup consisting of Saudi artists, Soundstorm isn’t merely following global trends. It’s defining them. For artists like DISH DASH, Cosmicat, and Vinyl Mode, the festival is more than a performance; it’s a platform.
Artists who once played underground are now leading a creative movement that’s shifting global perceptions of Saudi Arabia.
A Look to the Future
As Saudi National Day reflects on the Kingdom’s past, MDLBEAST looks ahead, signaling a future brimming with cultural innovation.
The festival embodies a forward-looking Saudi Arabia, confident in its place on the global stage. The yearly music festival in Riyadh isn’t just a celebration of music—it’s a testament to the Kingdom’s new role in shaping global culture. With Soundstorm approaching, the festival’s influence will only continue to grow, putting local Saudi talent at the forefront of the world’s EDM scene.
The Kingdom isn’t just joining the global conversation—it’s leading it. What Saudi has created with MDLBEAST, stands as proof of The Kingdom’s remarkable cultural journey, and the world is watching closely.
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