Today's Edition
ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
In honour of World Music Day, Ethara is thrilled to spotlight the incredible talent and diversity of artists featured in its Regional Artist Spotlight (RAS) programme. While Ethara’s brand promise is ‘making moments that matter’, Ethara captivates audiences of all ages and interests through various events across the region and at its four venues.
Each month, RAS features a new artist through interviews and tracks spanning various genres and offers live performance opportunities through RAS Sessions.
World Music Day, a global celebration of music’s power to transcend boundaries and unite people, is the perfect occasion to showcase the achievements of regional artists who are making a significant impact in the music industry.
Since the inception of the RAS programme in 2021, Ethara has featured 25 remarkable artists, with the 26th artist, Tayeb Santos, making his debut in early May.
RAS has featured artists from 12 countries. This initiative is dedicated to highlighting the best musical talent from the region, offering artists a platform to share their unique voices and stories with wider audiences.
From rap to rock and everything in between, RAS covers a broad spectrum of musical genres, ensuring a vibrant and dynamic music scene.
RAS artists have achieved significant milestones, demonstrating the programme's impact. Anees has toured the US twice and is gearing up for another tour, while eight artists have performed at Yasalam After-Race Concerts, six performed at RAS Sessions at Ain Dubai, and four at RAS Sessions at Expo 2020 Dubai. Yasalam, a pivotal platform for entertainment during the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, has been instrumental in their performances.
Additionally, Llunr has reached millions of listens and gone viral on TikTok, Blu Fiefer has launched her own record label, and Sandra Sahi recently released her album "Love Languages." At the heart of RAS are the RAS Sessions, where artists perform their own tracks and covers.
These sessions have been featured at prestigious events like Ain Dubai’s opening, intimate acoustic performances at Expo 2020 Dubai, and eight Yasalam performances at Etihad Park in front of over 60,000 enthusiastic fans.
