— MDLBEAST, the music entertainment company, revealed some of the most popular Arab pop artists who will feature at SOUNDSTORM 21, the region’s loudest music festival. The sensational list of 11 leading Arab artists will perform throughout the four days of the festival taking place Dec. 16-19 in Riyadh. “SOUNDSTORM 21 will bring together 200+ artists that tailor to the taste of all festivalgoers attending,” said Talal Albahiti, COO and head of talent booking and events at MDLBEAST. “Announcing this exceptional line-up of Arab pop stars is an exciting moment for fans who are keen to experience this unique blend provided by electronic dance music global headliners with the Arab world’s most popular artists.” The Arab stars will perform at the big stages in front of tens of thousands of fans who will enjoy a mix of the great Arab classics and the latest hits in what will be a truly memorable party atmosphere. SOUNDSTORM offers attendees day passes as well as 4-day passes with four tiers to choose from: Storm Chaser; Storm Blazer; VIB and VIB-BOX. Each tier offers something different. The most basic festival access with a party bus shuttle service from select locations in Riyadh is at SR135 per day, while exclusive VIP experience (VIB - Very Important Beasts), day tickets are available for SR2,999. The line-up: Thursday, Dec. 16: Elissa; Majid Al Mohandis; Rashid Al Majid; and Mohamed Hamaki. Friday, Dec. 17: Asala; Balqees; and Myriam Fares. Saturday, Dec. 18: Tamer Hosny; and Wael Kfoury Sunday, Dec. 19: Amr Diab; and Nancy Ajram. — SG