British singer James Blake will headline AZIMUTH 

The concert takes place in AlUla in September. 

AZIMUTH is bringing amazing music to AlUla, Saudi Arabia. The latest line-up of acts has been announced, and it includes British singer and songwriter, James Blake. Plus, Ben Böhmer, Cosmicat, Ghostly Kisses, Seth Troxler, Jamie Jones, Amine K and more.

AZIMUTH runs from 19 to 21 September and takes place in time for Saudi National Day celebrations on 23 September. This year’s theme is Until the Sun Comes Up, and it aims to showcase regional and international live music. 

James hails from London, England. As a child, he started playing the piano and went on to study music at Goldsmiths, University of London. In 2009, he released his debut record, Air & Lack Therof. In 2011, he released his self-titled album, and was nominated for BBC’s Sound of 2011 and the BRIT Awards’ Critic’s Choice. 

James’ music combines electronic, bass, R&B and soul influences. His hit songs include Don’t Miss It, Godspeed, King’s Dead and Retrograde. His albums include Assume Form, Friends That Break Your Heart, and Playing Robots Into Heaven.

Over his career, he has worked as a songwriter and on production for other artists, including Beyonce, Frank Ocean, Jay-Z, Kanye West, and Travis Scott. He has also won two Grammy Awards and the Mercury Prize and has been nominated for three BRIT Awards. 

In March 2024, the musician quit the major label system and launched his own platform, Vault, as a ‘solution’ to streaming.

More names will also be announced in due course – and all will follow in the footsteps of previous AZIMUTH headliners like Jason Derulo, Jorja Smith, Peggy Gou, The Chainsmokers, The Kooks, Thievery Corporation and Tinie Tempah.

AlUla Moments has announced that Early Bird tickets are on sale until 14 August, and start from SAR 760.

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