Sudanese Breakout Rapper Walgz Set for Explosive Dubai Debut at The Fridge with 'The Shutdown'
Rising Sudanese rapper Walgz is bringing his signature energy and Sudanese trap sound to Dubai for the first time, headlining a one-night-only show titled 'The Shutdown', a limited-capacity event crafted for an intimate, high-intensity experience. The show takes place on Saturday, May 3rd at The Fridge, Alserkal Avenue.
Known for viral hits like 'Sasa' and 'Hollanda', Walgz has become one of the most talked-about artists in the region, with recent appearances at MDLBEAST's Soundstorm Festival in Saudi Arabia and Cairo Jazz Club in Egypt.
Joining him on stage is Fodi (aka Tmsa7), a multi-talented Sudanese artist and producer who's quickly gaining regional recognition for his fusion of trap, afrobeat, and Sudanese influences. Fodi will deliver a unique double performance — live renditions of his original tracks, alongside a debut DJ set featuring Afro House and electronic beats.
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