With Coachella kicking off on April 10, there’s no better time to hit rewind and celebrate the Arab stars who’ve lit up its stages over the years. From unforgettable performances by iconic singers to mind-blowing sets from skilled DJs, these MENA artists have brought their regional flair to one of the world’s biggest festivals and made headlines while doing it. Here are some of the moments when the Middle East stole the Coachella spotlight.
Mohamed Ramadan (2025)
Mohamed Ramadan made history as the first Egyptian artist to hit the Coachella stage, giving us a bold, unforgettable performance we’re still buzzing about. From the silver screen to the spotlight of one of the USA’s biggest music festivals, he proved that his nickname “Number 1” isn’t just for show.
Nooriyah (2025)
After her b2b set with DJ Habibeats at Riyadh’s Soundstorm Festival, performing at Coachella was just the next natural step for the Saudi–Bahraini DJ. With her charismatic energy and masterful DJ skills, she’s been winning over crowds across the region, and now the world, proving that her beats are truly unmissable.
Ahmed Spins (2025)
DJ and producer, Ahmed Spins, the first Moroccan house artist to play at Coachella, has brought his signature blend of Afro and Deep House to one of the world’s biggest stages. With his unique touch and infectious energy, he’s turning beats into an experience that fans won’t forget.
Saint Levant (2024)
Palestinian artist Saint Levant took the Coachella stage by storm, delivering not just his multilingual flow but a powerful political statement. Seizing the moment, he spoke out about the genocide in Palestine, proving that music can be more than entertainment; it can be a form of resistance.
Elyanna (2023)
Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna turned heads with a dreamy, all-white set that fused modern pop with Middle Eastern soul. She owned the Coachella stage like a boss, proving that Arabic music belongs on the world’s biggest stages, and doing it with confidence, elegance, and zero compromises.
Bedouin (2022)
The Miami-based duo Tamer Malki and Rami Abousabe, two nomadic producers and DJs known as Bedouin, have been crafting their own idiosyncratic spell of melodies and rhythms. They took over Coachella with their one-of-a-kind beats, proving exactly why they’ve become festival favorites from coast to coast.
French Montana (2018)
After the worldwide success of “Unforgettable”, the Moroccan rapper French Montana was riding high, and he brought that same energy to Coachella by inviting Swae Lee of Rae Sremmurd on stage for a live performance that had everyone vibing.
DJ Khaled (2017)
Palestinian–American DJ Khaled stormed the Coachella stage with his larger-than-life energy. His presence sent a message: artists with Arab heritage were starting to claim their space at the world’s biggest music festival, and there was no stopping them.
From Mohamed Ramadan making history as the first Egyptian on Coachella’s stage to DJs, rappers, and singers from across the MENA region bringing their unique sounds to the desert, these artists have proven that Arab talent belongs on the world’s biggest stages. Bold, creative, and unforgettable, they’ve left their mark on Coachella, and we can’t wait for what’s next.
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