On a highly anticipated and exceptional night, the "Sinbad of Arabic Song," artist Rashed Al-Majed, returned to illuminate the skies of the Saudi capital with his commanding presence and authentic voice, after an absence of several years from performing live concerts in Riyadh. On Friday evening, thousands of fans from across the Kingdom and the Gulf gathered at the Mohammed Abdo Arena in Boulevard City to witness the night titled "Rashed Returns," as part of the fourth edition of Riyadh Season.
Background to the anticipated return of Sinbad of Song
Rashed Al-Majed is an iconic figure in the history of Saudi and Gulf music, with a career spanning over four decades, during which he has presented hundreds of works that have become deeply ingrained in the hearts of Arab listeners. His absence from live concerts in Riyadh created a sense of longing among his vast audience, making his return a truly remarkable artistic and cultural event. This return was more than just a concert; it was a renewal of the bond between the artist and his fans, and a reaffirmation of his unwavering status as one of the most important pillars of art in the region.
Details of the night of "Rashid returned"
As the first notes of the song “Tahadduh Al-Bashar” began to play, the stage erupted in unparalleled enthusiasm and interaction, with the audience singing along with their beloved artist in a scene that reflected the depth of their connection. Led by the esteemed maestro Waleed Fayad, the orchestra took the audience on a journey through Majid’s golden archive, traversing his most famous songs, both old and new, that marked significant milestones in his career. The concert was distinguished by its massive production and state-of-the-art technical equipment, a hallmark of Riyadh Season events, lending the evening a truly international feel.
Importance and impact in the context of Vision 2030
This concert comes within the context of the significant cultural and entertainment transformation underway in Saudi Arabia as part of Vision 2030. Riyadh Season is no longer just an entertainment festival; it has become a global platform attracting major stars from around the world, while simultaneously celebrating local and regional artistic icons. The return of an artist of Rashid Al-Majed's stature to Riyadh's stages underscores the importance the Kingdom places on its artistic pioneers and reinforces Riyadh's position as the entertainment and cultural capital of the Middle East. Regionally, this type of concert attracts tourists from neighboring countries, revitalizing the tourism sector, supporting the local economy, and presenting a positive image of the cultural openness that Saudi Arabia is experiencing.
