Riyadh Music Week Is Back For 2025, Bringing The World To KSA
A global celebration of music, culture, and innovation, RMW25 is the KSA’s musical jewel in its crown
Set to serve as a powerful catalyst for the expansion and growth of Saudi Arabia’s music industry, RWM25 aims to connect local talent with global voices. The highly anticipated event will take place from December 4 to 13 in the heart of KSA, featuring key headline partnerships with industry names like SRMG and MDLBEAST.
Built on four core pillars – talent, scene, impact, and innovation- RMW25 is designed to deliver new business opportunities, inspire broader community participation, and advance progressive policies in the region. Paul Pacifico, CEO of the Music Commission, highlighted the event’s global significance, stating, “Riyadh Music Week 2025 is our invitation to the world to experience the vibrant pulse of Saudi Arabia’s music landscape.”
The events citywide program will include headline performances and an impressive line-up of international industry summits, like the International Music Managers Forum, Music Maker’s Summit, and XP Music Features. Curated music experiences from the open-call “Fringe” events will be spread across Riyadh’s key locations, including heritage sites, art districts, and hotels, ensuring city-wide musical resonance. With partners like MDLBEAST Records and URX, each night will host a specialised program that will uplift undiscovered DJs and artists, connecting Saudi Arabia’s artistic energy with a global audience.
Turning into creative hubs and connecting the audience with local talent, iconic city locations like JAX District, Riyadh Park, and Al Diriyah will become the city’s hotspot for RMW25. The structure of the program will include various voices and beats, appealing to an array of audiences from hip hop, vinyl culture, and traditional genres.
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