Music fam, Sole DXB 2024 is about to be the event of the season! Mark your calendars for December 13th to 15th because the region’s dopest cultural festival is coming in hot, and this time, it’s going to be bigger than ever. We’re talking about two stages this time with groundbreaking artists ready to set the vibes sky-high. Sure, we’re already stoked for the big guns- James, Blake, Tems and The Roots but here’s why u’ll want to save for energy for the second stage with over 20 artists performing this year.
Really, the lineup includes fierce, genre-blending artists that’ll keep you grooving from day to night. The word is that we’re getting a killer blend of R&B, afro-fusion, indie-electro, and underground hip-hop.
Here are the Artists you don’t wanna miss!
THE ROOTS
Legendary live hip-hop band The Roots will close out Sole DXB with an unforgettable set! With four Grammys and countless iconic performances, being named one of the greatest live bands around by Rolling Stone, including being the house band for The Tonight Show, they’re ready to bring the energy Dubai deserves.
TEMS
Tems, the rising global star, is making her Dubai debut at Sole DXB’s main stage! Since entering into the music industry, she’s known for hits like Try Me and Free Mind, blending Afrobeats, R&B, and pop. Tems is poised to deliver a show-stopping performance after dropping her debut album Born in the Wild.
JAMES BLAKE
James Blake, the man whose influence on contemporary music can not be overstated. Grammy-winning artist and visionary behind hits for Frank Ocean, Kendrick Lamar, and Beyoncé, brings his genre-defying sound to Dubai at Sole DXB, performing for the first time on the main stage. Expect a mesmerising debut, featuring fan favourites including Friends That Break Your Heart which topped the UK charts and Spider-Verse collabs!
NOORIYAH
Saudi-born, Japan-raised, UK-based Nooriyah is hitting the second stage with her unique global sound! Founder of SWANA-focused Middle of Nowhere, she blends dance beats with cultural vibes, making waves in the electronic music scene.
TUL8TE
Egypt’s TUL8TE is redefining vibes! With his breakout hit LAYALINA and chart-topping album Cocktail Ghinai’, he’s mixing pop, bossa nova, and psychedelic rock like never before. The MENA region can’t get enough. Keep your eyes on this rising star!
THE JOY
South Africa’s a cappella stars, The Joy, are bringing their Zulu harmonies and soulful energy to the main stage! Known for their emotive performances, they’ve captivated global audiences and wowed legends like Alicia Keys and Sam Smith, they’re ready to deliver an unforgettable, soulful experience.
SID SRIRAM
Sid Sriram is bringing his soulful, genre-blending magic to dubai! From his breakout track Adiye to an unforgettable Coachella debut in 2024, Sid’s emotive and diverse musical journey through Indian classical and global contemporary sounds is truly one-of-a-kind.
ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT
The multi-grammy-winning Arrested Development will be headlining the second stage, bringing conscious rap to Sole this year! Known for iconic tracks like Tennessee and their activism, they’ll light up the crowd with socially conscious, feel-good vibes. Don’t miss it!
LATTO
Southern rap queen Latto is bringing Big Energy to the stage! The Grammy-nominated artist’s success spans with chart-topping hits, and over 1 billion streams, she’s ready to set the crowd on fire with her unstoppable vibes! You don’t wanna miss out!
J.I.D
East Atlanta’s J.I.D, a Grammy-nominated rapper, is bringing his lightning-fast rhymes and storytelling mastery to Sole DXB’s main stage. Known for his album The Forever Story, featuring hits like “Surround Sound” with 21 Savage and Baby Tate, J.I.D’s performance promises to be a high-energy showcase of lyrical brilliance.
So, dust off your freshest kicks, pack your most fire fits, and get ready to discover your next favorite artists before everyone else. Sole DXB is bringing the heat—we’ll see you at the front row!
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