The desert is calling again — Soundstorm returns to Riyadh from December 11–13, 2025, bringing with it some of the biggest names in music. The first wave of artists has been announced, and it’s already stacked with global superstars, festival icons, and pioneering DJs. Here are some of the standout names we’re most excited about.
Post Malone
One of the defining voices of modern music, Post Malone has headlined Coachella, Glastonbury, and Lollapalooza while racking up multiple Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s. His ability to cross rap, rock, and pop has made him a cultural touchstone and one of the most-streamed artists in history.
Benson Boone
A breakout in recent years, Benson Boone shot to fame with hits like Beautiful Things. His debut album quickly climbed global charts, and he’s already performed on some of the world’s biggest stages, including The Tonight Show and European festival circuits.
Korolova
Ukrainian DJ Korolova has become a staple of the global melodic techno scene, with sets at Tomorrowland and clubs like Hi Ibiza. Known for her melodic yet driving sound, she represents the new wave of European electronic artists breaking worldwide.
Major Lazer
Created by Diplo, Major Lazer has been a global dance phenomenon, headlining festivals like Ultra Miami. With hits like Lean On and Light It Up, their sound system shows a mix of Caribbean influences, EDM, and pop in a way that reshaped dance music for a generation.
Kaytranada
Canadian producer Kaytranada is a Grammy Award winner credited with reshaping modern electronic music by weaving funk, house, and hip-hop. He’s performed at Coachella and Pitchfork Festival, becoming a fixture in festival culture.
Sama AbdulHadi
Widely known as the “queen of the Palestinian techno scene“, Sama AbdulHadi has brought underground electronic music from Ramallah to global stages like Tomorrowland and Boiler Room. Her sets are both politically significant and musically cutting-edge.
Marco Carola
An icon of the Italian techno scene, Marco Carola is regarded as a pioneer of minimal techno. He’s the driving force behind Music On, one of Ibiza’s most celebrated residencies, and has headlined nearly every major techno festival worldwide.
Francis Mercier
Blending Afro-house and soulful electronic music, Francis Mercier has built a global reputation through releases on labels like Diplo’s Higher Ground. He’s played at Burning Man and Art Basel, standing out as one of the key figures bringing Afro-house to mainstream audiences.
Nina Kraviz
A powerhouse in the global techno scene, Nina Kraviz has headlined Awakenings and Coachella, while also running her own labels. Known for adventurous, genre-defying sets, she’s consistently ranked among the world’s top DJs.
A Festival That Pushes Boundaries
This first wave of artists sets a high bar, combining stadium-filling headliners with some of the most respected names in electronic and hip-hop. With more announcements still to come, Soundstorm 2025 is on track to further cement Riyadh’s place on the global festival map.
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