Ready or not, here comes the third edition of BRED Abu Dhabi! And we’ve got all the tea – from iconic artists on the line-up to theme reveals and more.
Presented by Hypebeast, the festival will take over Yas Island from April 23rd to 27th; showcasing the region’s neo-culture through music, fashion, sports, and art rooted in Arab identity.
With this year’s theme being street culture, BRED Abu Dhabi is stepping it up with a track release inspired by cypher rap, showcasing some of the region’s brightest rising and established talents.
Check out the artists performing at BRED Abu Dhabi 2025
Kicking things off on 24 April, Egyptian group Cairokee will take to the stage at BRED Abu Dhabi, delivering a genre-defying performance that blends cultural heritage with modern sounds as they play their beloved hitslike Ethbat Makanak and Sout el Horeya, along with their latest album, Lazem Nefham.
You’ll also enjoy Lebanese indie band Adonis’ electrifying live performances and emotionally charged lyrics. Keep an eye out for the popular bangers like Yeb’a Enna, Shayef and Al Khafif.
Headlining the festival, hip-hop legend Nas will take centre stage on April 25. Get your vibing shoes on and groove to his signature East Coast sound and acclaimed discography to BRED Abu Dhabi.
26 April is for all music lovers as PARTYNEXTDOOR hits the stage. Fresh off his newest record-breaking album release, the Grammy-nominated Canadian singer-songwriter is heading towards that goated life. His genre-blurring sound and OVO-backed catalogue have cemented him as a global force in R&B.
Beyond music, festivalgoers can expect exclusive streetwear drops, dance battles, sports experiences, world-class street food, and immersive art. BRED Abu Dhabi is the ultimate destination for neo-culture lovers, celebrating creativity and community.
What’s new at BRED Abu Dhabi 2025 so far?
“Hena”, an exclusive track featuring regional Hip Hop artists drops on January 28th, available on all streaming platforms. Featuring The Synaptik, Asayel, and Karim Osama, you can also register on BRED Abu Dhabi’s official website to be among the first to hear the track!
In this edition, BRED Abu Dhabi goes back to the streets where neo-culture started, bringing together Arab subcultures from the Levant, North Africa, and the GCC, emphasising collaboration, creativity, and driving the regional music scene forward.
Staying true to the event’s mission, the 2025 edition aims to become a platform for emerging artists, empowering them to showcase their talent on a global stage.
More on the talent
Coming to the talent – the track features The Synaptik, a Palestinian-Jordanian artist, who redefines Arabic rap with his distinctive voice and powerful lyrics.
Adding her own unique spin, Asayel, a Saudi rapper, singer, and songwriter, merges rap, R&B, and pop, drawing on her cultural heritage to deliver empowering verses.
Karim Osama is an Egyptian rapper, lyricist, and music producer. He blends rap, electro-shabby, and Egyptian pop music, expressing himself in a style that is smooth and clever.
BRED Abu Dhabi has also enlisted The Gold Pound, an independent music marketing and A&R agency, to produce the track, and renowned UAE-based producer Sleiman Damien to elevate the song and deliver a standout track.
The second edition offered a powerhouse lineup that included world-class acts like AJ Tracey, Aitch, Offset, Metro Boomin, and TY Dolla $ign, alongside rising local and regional stars.
And now, the third edition promises to outdo them all. While we await more details on the line-up, watch this space for all the updates you need on the the ultimate neo-culture takeover!
Details:
- What: BRED Abu Dhabi at Yas Island
- When: 23-27 April 2025
- Tickets: TBA, visit BRED Abu Dhabi