The weekend is so close, we can almost hear it calling out to us! So, without missing a beat, here’s your list of international acts heading to Dubai this weekend:
THURSDAY
JUICY J @ WHITE DUBAI
Considered to have played a pivotal role in shaping up the rap industry of Memphis and the South, American rapper Juicy J will be making his way to WHITE Dubai on Thursday, the 31st of January. One of the founding members of hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, Juicy went on to launch a successful solo career, releasing hit singles and collaborations with a number of artists such as Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj. Should be a big night!
GIORGIA ANGIULI @ SOHO GARDEN
A classically trained musician and multi-instrumentalist, Giorgia brilliantly combines pop, techno and house to create her own distinctive sound. You can catch her live in action at Soho Garden on Thursday, the 31st of January. With releases on big labels such as Crosstown Rebels and Stil Vor Talent, Giorgia has played in some of the most famous clubs all over the world. It’ll be exciting to see what she has in store for Dubai!
FAT JOE @ MAD ON YAS ISLAND
One of the most popular rap artists to have emerged from the Bronx, Fat Joe will be performing in the capital at Mad On Yas Island on Thursday, the 31st of January. Having started out as a member of hip-hop group Diggin in the Crates Crew, Fat Joe has also enjoyed tremendous success as a solo artist. More recently, the rapper has begun hosting a podcast on Tidal, which has also been received well. So, save the date, you’re in for an awesome night!
FRIDAY
AUGUST ALSINA @ BASE DUBAI
Dubbed as “R&B’S New Thug”, August Alsina will be taking center stage at Base Dubai on Friday, the 1st of February. From having released his first mixtape The Product back in April 2012 to working on his third studio album, the award-winning rapper has come a long way. His collaboration with Nicki Minaj, ‘I Luv This’ in 2014 racked up nearly 300 million views. Make sure you don’t miss this talented rapper perform live this weekend!
FAT JOE @ DRAI’S DUBAI
One of the most popular rap artists to have emerged from the Bronx, Fat Joe will be performing at Drai’s Dubai on Friday, the 1st of February. Having started out as a member of hip-hop group Diggin in the Crates Crew, Fat Joe has also enjoyed tremendous success as a solo artist. More recently, the rapper has begun hosting a podcast on Tidal, which has also been received well. Will be an amazing night for sure!
CHUS AND CEBALLOS @ SOHO GARDEN
Having made a name for themselves with their remixes for artists such as Madonna, Chus and Ceballos will be spinning the decks at Soho Garden on Friday, the 1st of February. With their distinctive Iberican character clearly reflected in their sets, this pair’s versatility clearly shines through in their performances at small clubs as well as life-size festivals. This is the reason why the duo has secured residences at some of the biggest clubs in the world. Can’t wait for this one!
SOLARDO @ BLUE MARLIN IBIZA UAE
Production duo Mark Richards and James Eliot, or Solardo, will be making their way to Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE on Friday, the 1st of February for a one-night performance. The house gurus have been continually recognized for their contribution to the genre – having been awarded by the prestigious publication DJ Mag for two years in a row. From sold-out tours and festivals to starting their own radio show titled ‘The Spot’, we’re expecting only big things from Solardo’s performance in Dubai! Make sure you’re there!
M.A.N.D.Y. @ PLAYA NOMADE
Philip Jung and Patrick Bodmer form the electronic super group called M.A.N.D.Y. – the meaning of which remains a mystery to date. You can catch the duo perform in the city at Playa Nomade on Friday, the 1st of February. With the release of their independent label ‘Get Physical’, their tracks have been received well and feature a host of talented musicians from all over the world. The group’s musical focus is diverse and ranges between dark house to minimal to electro. Should be an awesome night!
JUICY J @ MAD ON YAS ISLAND
Considered to have played a pivotal role in shaping up the rap industry of Memphis and the South, American rapper Juicy J will be making his way to Mad On Yas Island on Friday, the 1st of February. One of the founding members of hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, Juicy went on to launch a successful solo career, releasing hit singles and collaborations with a number of artists such as Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj. Can’t wait to watch him perform live!
AFRO B @ 1OAK
A pioneer of ‘Afrowave’, Afro B will be bringing his brand of energetic tunes to the city with his performance at 1OAK on Friday, the 1st of February. Describing his style of music as ‘a fusion of hip-hop, dancehall and Afrobeat melodies’, this talented artist has been making ‘waves’ in the UK music scene with his fresh new sound. From having hosted a monthly show on London’s Radar Radio to launching a roadblock party at Red Bull Studios London, it’ll be exciting to watch Afro B perform live this weekend!
SATURDAY
FAT JOE @ WHITE DUBAI
One of the most popular rap artists to have emerged from the Bronx, Fat Joe will be performing at WHITE Dubai on Saturday, the 2nd of February. Having started out as a member of hip-hop group Diggin in the Crates Crew, Fat Joe has also enjoyed tremendous success as a solo artist. More recently, the rapper has begun hosting a podcast on Tidal, which has also been received well. Should be a great night!
HENRI @ SOHO GARDEN
As part of Soho Garden’s weekly Tulum Nights, the super club will be hosting deep house and techno DJ Henri on Saturday, the 2nd of February. Known for her eclectic sets, you can expect everything from disco edits to rare bootlegs from this talented artist’s sets. Having performed at some of the hottest parties and clubs around the world, she’ll now be taking Dubai by storm with her energetic tunes. Expect her critically acclaimed remixes to keep you on your feet the whole night!
*Photo courtesy of Billboard**
THURSDAY
JUICY J @ WHITE DUBAI
Considered to have played a pivotal role in shaping up the rap industry of Memphis and the South, American rapper Juicy J will be making his way to WHITE Dubai on Thursday, the 31st of January. One of the founding members of hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, Juicy went on to launch a successful solo career, releasing hit singles and collaborations with a number of artists such as Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj. Should be a big night!
GIORGIA ANGIULI @ SOHO GARDEN
A classically trained musician and multi-instrumentalist, Giorgia brilliantly combines pop, techno and house to create her own distinctive sound. You can catch her live in action at Soho Garden on Thursday, the 31st of January. With releases on big labels such as Crosstown Rebels and Stil Vor Talent, Giorgia has played in some of the most famous clubs all over the world. It’ll be exciting to see what she has in store for Dubai!
FAT JOE @ MAD ON YAS ISLAND
One of the most popular rap artists to have emerged from the Bronx, Fat Joe will be performing in the capital at Mad On Yas Island on Thursday, the 31st of January. Having started out as a member of hip-hop group Diggin in the Crates Crew, Fat Joe has also enjoyed tremendous success as a solo artist. More recently, the rapper has begun hosting a podcast on Tidal, which has also been received well. So, save the date, you’re in for an awesome night!
FRIDAY
AUGUST ALSINA @ BASE DUBAI
Dubbed as “R&B’S New Thug”, August Alsina will be taking center stage at Base Dubai on Friday, the 1st of February. From having released his first mixtape The Product back in April 2012 to working on his third studio album, the award-winning rapper has come a long way. His collaboration with Nicki Minaj, ‘I Luv This’ in 2014 racked up nearly 300 million views. Make sure you don’t miss this talented rapper perform live this weekend!
FAT JOE @ DRAI’S DUBAI
One of the most popular rap artists to have emerged from the Bronx, Fat Joe will be performing at Drai’s Dubai on Friday, the 1st of February. Having started out as a member of hip-hop group Diggin in the Crates Crew, Fat Joe has also enjoyed tremendous success as a solo artist. More recently, the rapper has begun hosting a podcast on Tidal, which has also been received well. Will be an amazing night for sure!
CHUS AND CEBALLOS @ SOHO GARDEN
Having made a name for themselves with their remixes for artists such as Madonna, Chus and Ceballos will be spinning the decks at Soho Garden on Friday, the 1st of February. With their distinctive Iberican character clearly reflected in their sets, this pair’s versatility clearly shines through in their performances at small clubs as well as life-size festivals. This is the reason why the duo has secured residences at some of the biggest clubs in the world. Can’t wait for this one!
SOLARDO @ BLUE MARLIN IBIZA UAE
Production duo Mark Richards and James Eliot, or Solardo, will be making their way to Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE on Friday, the 1st of February for a one-night performance. The house gurus have been continually recognized for their contribution to the genre – having been awarded by the prestigious publication DJ Mag for two years in a row. From sold-out tours and festivals to starting their own radio show titled ‘The Spot’, we’re expecting only big things from Solardo’s performance in Dubai! Make sure you’re there!
M.A.N.D.Y. @ PLAYA NOMADE
Philip Jung and Patrick Bodmer form the electronic super group called M.A.N.D.Y. – the meaning of which remains a mystery to date. You can catch the duo perform in the city at Playa Nomade on Friday, the 1st of February. With the release of their independent label ‘Get Physical’, their tracks have been received well and feature a host of talented musicians from all over the world. The group’s musical focus is diverse and ranges between dark house to minimal to electro. Should be an awesome night!
JUICY J @ MAD ON YAS ISLAND
Considered to have played a pivotal role in shaping up the rap industry of Memphis and the South, American rapper Juicy J will be making his way to Mad On Yas Island on Friday, the 1st of February. One of the founding members of hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, Juicy went on to launch a successful solo career, releasing hit singles and collaborations with a number of artists such as Katy Perry and Nicki Minaj. Can’t wait to watch him perform live!
AFRO B @ 1OAK
A pioneer of ‘Afrowave’, Afro B will be bringing his brand of energetic tunes to the city with his performance at 1OAK on Friday, the 1st of February. Describing his style of music as ‘a fusion of hip-hop, dancehall and Afrobeat melodies’, this talented artist has been making ‘waves’ in the UK music scene with his fresh new sound. From having hosted a monthly show on London’s Radar Radio to launching a roadblock party at Red Bull Studios London, it’ll be exciting to watch Afro B perform live this weekend!
SATURDAY
FAT JOE @ WHITE DUBAI
One of the most popular rap artists to have emerged from the Bronx, Fat Joe will be performing at WHITE Dubai on Saturday, the 2nd of February. Having started out as a member of hip-hop group Diggin in the Crates Crew, Fat Joe has also enjoyed tremendous success as a solo artist. More recently, the rapper has begun hosting a podcast on Tidal, which has also been received well. Should be a great night!
HENRI @ SOHO GARDEN
As part of Soho Garden’s weekly Tulum Nights, the super club will be hosting deep house and techno DJ Henri on Saturday, the 2nd of February. Known for her eclectic sets, you can expect everything from disco edits to rare bootlegs from this talented artist’s sets. Having performed at some of the hottest parties and clubs around the world, she’ll now be taking Dubai by storm with her energetic tunes. Expect her critically acclaimed remixes to keep you on your feet the whole night!
*Photo courtesy of Billboard**