Finnish melodic death metallers Wolfheart will become the first European metal act to perform in Saudi Arabia. The historic performance will take place during XP Music Futures, a three-day music conference in Riyadh taking place from December 5th – 7th.
Wolfheart will showcase tracks from their latest album, Draconian Darkness, released earlier this year via Reigning Phoenix Music (read our review here). XP Music Futures aims to foster a thriving music industry in the region, offering workshops, networking opportunities, and live performances to bridge creative and cultural divides. For more information on the event, go to this location.
Tuomas Saukkonen comments:
“2024 has been full of adventures and taken us to places where we have never been before from Australia to the Balkans and of course to familiar territories all around Europe and Scandinavia. The highlight of the year will definitely be the fact that we will be the first European metal band ever to play a show in Saudi Arabia. Absolute honor and a privilege. Wolves of the north will bring the winter storm to Riyadh!”
Gigi of Heavy Arabia adds:
“We’re incredibly proud to bring WOLFHEART to Saudi Arabia for the first time as the headliner of the Heavy Arabia Showcase at XP Music Futures. WOLFHEART is a staple of melodic death metal in the Nordics, and having them here is a huge moment for our local scene. This isn’t just about a performance; it’s about giving our audience the chance to experience one of the genre’s most iconic bands live in their homeland. It’s a moment that celebrates the passion and dedication of Saudi metal fans and highlights how far the scene has come. This showcase is another milestone for metal in Saudi Arabia, and we’re so excited to see what this means for the future of our community.”
