Elissa to Perform Live at Beirut Holidays Festival 2025
Lebanese superstar, Elissa will perform live at the Beirut Holidays Festival 2025 in Lebanon, on Monday, July 28.
She is set to present several of her popular and latest songs.
The acclaimed singer took to Instagram to promote the concert, saying: "Beirut… your love is like no other!❤️🇱🇧Join me for a special night on July 28, a concert from the heart of this city, for the heart of this city.."
Born on October 27, 1972, Elissa has been the highest-selling female Middle Eastern artist since 2005. She sold over 30 million albums worldwide.
In 2005, she became the first Lebanese singer to be awarded the World Music Award for Best Selling Middle Eastern Artist, an award that she earned once again in 2006 and 2010.
The singer is often referred to as 'Maliket El Ehsas' (Queen of Emotions) by fans and the media.
Elissa's artistic journey began in 1992 when she won the silver medal in the Lebanese music competition 'Studio El Fan'.
The singer's debut studio album, 'Baddy Doub' (I Want to Melt), was released by EMI Music Arabia in 1999.
read more
New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo
Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6
Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series
Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today
Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival
Arts & Culture
Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos
Arts & Culture
"The Flash" to End with Season 9
Arts & Culture
Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival
Arts & Culture
Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha
News
Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers
News
Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia
News
Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content
Arts & Culture
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized
Sports
Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer
Sports
Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
News
Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies
Arts & Culture
New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
Business
Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
Arts & Culture
Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
See - Sada Elbalad
5 hours ago
- See - Sada Elbalad
Dr. Zahi Hawass Concludes Blockbuster U.S. Lecture Tour: Over 40,000 Attend in 30 Cities Across America
Ali abo deshish Renowned Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass has concluded his highly successful lecture tour across the United States, which spanned three unforgettable months and included stops in 30 cities. The tour kicked off in Phoenix on May 1st and ended in Washington, D.C., on July 23rd. More than 40,000 attendees from across the country gathered to hear the world's most famous archaeologist unveil his latest discoveries from ancient Egypt—many of which were revealed publicly for the first time. In every city, Dr. Hawass was welcomed with thunderous applause and standing ovations, both at the start and conclusion of each lecture. Audiences were deeply moved, inspired, and left with a stronger desire to learn more about Egypt's extraordinary past. Following each lecture, long lines formed as attendees waited patiently to meet Dr. Hawass, take photos with him, and get their books signed—moments many described as unforgettable. Dr. Hawass described the tour as the most successful of his career to date, expressing his pride and gratitude for the overwhelming reception and the opportunity to bring Egypt's ancient wonders closer to the American people. U.S. Ambassador to Egypt, Herro Mustafa Garg, who attended one of the lectures, commented: 'It was an honor to attend Dr. Zahi Hawass's conference celebrating Egypt's extraordinary cultural heritage. The American people admire Egypt's contributions to human history. I look forward to the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum and to Egypt's continued leadership in preserving our shared global heritage.' Dr. Hawass now continues his journey to Canada, where he is scheduled to present lectures in three major cities, continuing his mission to share Egypt's rich legacy with the world. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
See - Sada Elbalad
6 hours ago
- See - Sada Elbalad
Stephen King's "Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon" Movie in Works
Yara Sameh Stephen King's novel "The Long Walk" is getting the big screen treatment. Lionsgate has acquired the rights to King's 1999 novel "The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon", setting JT Mollner, the filmmaker behind the well-regarded thriller "Strange Darling", to pen and helm the adaptation. The project marks a new collaboration between King and Mollner, who wrote the script for "The Long Walk", which was directed by Francis Lawrence and opens September 12. Roy Lee, the producer of "Long Walk" and "Strange Darling", will reteam with Mollner for "The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon". Also producing will be Christine Romero, Ryan Silbert and Andrew Childs. Nathan Kahane, who is transitioning from his post as Lionsgate Motion Picture Group president to independent producer, will also join the project in a producorial capacity. King's psychological horror novel centers on the harrowing survival story of a nine-year-old girl named Trisha as she struggles to stay alive after getting lost in the woods alone. With only her Walkman radio playing baseball games to keep her company, the girl's love of pitcher "The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon" begins to manifest in hallucinations that may save her life. 'JT is a filmmaker we believe has a bright future,' said Lionsgate Motion Picture Group president Erin Westerman. 'Throughout his work, he creates characters, and especially young characters, that are so compelling, heartbreaking, and emotional that they pop off the screen. And of course, that's what Stephen King does on the page as well. The story of survival and perseverance in The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon is timeless. We've loved this tale for a long time, and JT is the perfect choice to adapt and direct this King fan favorite.' Meredith Wieck will oversee the project for Lionsgate alongside Pavan Kalidindi. Phil Strina negotiated the deal on behalf of the studio. Lee has, over the years, amassed an enviable body of work adapting King's work, including "It" and "It: Chapter Two", as well as "Doctor Sleep", and "Salem's Lot". "Long Walk," which will have a panel in Hall H on Friday at San Diego Comic-Con, adapts King's 1979 horror novel and stars a list of next generation Hollywood talent. Mollner previously wrote and directed the indie psychological thriller "Strange Darling", which was released in 2024 and scored a critically acclaimed 96 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes. The film received the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films' best thriller award in 2025, as well as the STIGES Film Festival Grand People's Choice Award. In addition, Mollner was honored with the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival best director award for the movie. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
Al-Ahram Weekly
6 hours ago
- Al-Ahram Weekly
UPDATED: Renowned Lebanese musician Ziad Rahbani, son of Fairuz, dies at 69 - Music - Arts & Culture
Renowned Lebanese musician Ziad Rahbani passed away Saturday, at the age of 69, following a rich artistic career that spanned decades. Ziad came from one of Lebanon's most prominent artistic families — he was the son of the legendary Fairuz and the late Assi Rahbani. He began his artistic journey at an early age, carving out a unique path that combined composing, performing, writing, and acting. Rahbani was known for his musical compositions that blended Eastern classical music with jazz and Western styles. Throughout his career, he collaborated with many major artists, most notably his mother, Fairouz, for whom he composed dozens of distinctive songs that continue to resonate with audiences to this day. Ziad Rahbani, the celebrated Lebanese composer, pianist, playwright, and political visionary, was born on 1 January 1956 in Antelias near Beirut, to legendary singer Fairuz (Nouhad Haddad) and composer Assi Rahbani. As the Associated Press (AP) notes: "While his parents helped construct a golden era of Lebanese musical theater steeped in idealism and nostalgia, Rahbani charged onto the scene with irreverent satire, unflinching political critique and jazz-inflected scores that mirrored the chaos and contradictions of a Lebanon at war with itself." His musical talent emerged early. At just 12, he wrote Sadiqi Allah (My Friend God), and by 17, one of his first compositions for his mother—Sa'alouni El‑Nass—became one of her most beloved hits. Throughout his career, Rahbani composed many iconic songs for Fairuz, including Andi Sikka Fik (1991), Kifak Inta? (2000), and Sallimli 'Alayh (2001), many of which appeared on albums such as Wala Keef (2001) and Eh Fi Amal (2010), marking Fairuz's return after a long recording hiatus. But his contributions went far beyond compositions for his mother. Among his most celebrated albums is Houdou Nisbi (1984), which he referred to as 'oriental jazz.' Critics, however, called that label 'a gross oversimplification,' noting that Houdou Nisbi draws from a wide range of styles rooted in Lebanon's unique cultural and historical crossroads, resulting in a deeply reflective musical meditation on its time. His 1987 release Amrak Seedna & Abtal Wa Harameyah showcased Rahbani's signature fusion of Arabic melodic traditions with Western funk, jazz, and boogie, producing a sound palette that was groundbreaking in the Arab world. These and many other compositions reflect Rahbani's distinct style: blending classical Arabic melodies with jazz, funk, and Western harmonies, often paired with lyrics of poetic, emotional, or satirical weight. In addition to his music, Rahbani was known for his outspoken political views, which often influenced the lyrical and thematic content of his work. His artistic persona combined humour, sarcasm, and sharp insight into daily life and power dynamics. This political engagement was especially evident in Rahbani's theatrical works, which emerged in the 1970s against the backdrop of Lebanon's social unrest and approaching civil war. As a playwright, composer, and lyricist, Rahbani created a genre-defying form of musical theatre that wove together colloquial Lebanese dialect, biting satire, and jazz-influenced compositions. His debut musical, Nazl El‑Sourour (1974), was a dark comedy about factory workers who take hostages in a motel to demand their rights. His 1978 play Bennesbeh Labokra, Chou? (What About Tomorrow?) examined the erosion of revolutionary ideals. In Film Ameriki Tawil (Long American Movie, 1980), he portrayed Lebanese society during the civil war. This was followed by Speaking of Dignity and Stubborn People (1993) and Had It Not Been for Hope (1994), among other influential works. These plays, known for their humour, irony, and emotional range, helped define what would come to be known as the 'Rahbani School' in musical theatre. Rahbani's political satire extended to radio. His shows—such as We Are Still Alive and Thank Almighty God (broadcast on National Radio of Lebanon in 1976–77)—offered scathing critiques of Lebanon's political elite and championed the voices of the marginalized during wartime. Following the news of his death, an outpouring of grief spread across the Arab world, with fans and prominent public figures mourning the loss. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun described Rahbani's passing as a national loss, calling him 'not just an artist, but a complete intellectual and cultural phenomenon.' The AP quoted Aoun as saying Rahbani was 'a living conscience, a rebellious voice against injustice, and an honest mirror reflecting the suffering and marginalized.' He praised Rahbani's fusion of classical, jazz, and Oriental music, which he said 'opened new windows for Lebanese cultural expression' and elevated it globally. 'Ziad was a natural extension of the Rahbani family, which gave Lebanon much beauty and dignity,' the president added. Rahbani was mourned by large scores of his fans and many influencial figures across the Arab region. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
