This is the first announcement of artists joining BRED Abu Dhabi this year.
BRED Abu Dhabi, the Middle East’s neo-culture festival, is returning to Yas Island. Running from 22 to 26 April, it showcases the region’s art, fashion and music. The first wave of artists for this year’s edition has been announced, with more expected to join soon.
Gunna
The first up on the roaster is Gunna, who will be taking to the stage on 24 April. Gunna, real name Sergio Giavanni Kitchens, was born in Georgia, United States. In 2018, he rose to fame with his mixtape, Drip Season 3 and Drip Harder. In 2019, he released his debut album Drip or Drown 2. His hits include Drip Too Hard with Lil Baby, Lemonade with Nav and Power with Drake. Plus, he has been nominated for four Grammy Awards.
Nemzz
Joining Gunna on 24 April is Nemzz. Nemzzz, real name Nemiah Simms, was born in Manchester, England. In the early 2020s, he began gaining attention with viral tracks like Elevate and 2MS, building a strong presence in the UK rap scene through his laid-back delivery and melodic flows. Known for his releases and minimalist style, he has quickly become one of the standout new voices in UK hip-hop.
BRED – named after the idiom ‘born and bred’ – is designed to celebrate the region’s urban scene. It aims to bring together A-list international artists, regional talent, streetwear stalls, curated art, interactive experiences, and international and local food. The line-up includes global fashion brands, street food stalls, and performances by grime and hip-hop artists.
BRED Abu Dhabi is produced by Brag in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and presented by Hypebeast. The festival first started in 2023 and is now in its fourth edition. Neo-culture is all about the intermingling of separate cultures to create a new one.
Tickets for BRED Abu Dhabi are now available through BRED’s official website. General admission tickets start at AED 245, while Golden Circle tickets are priced at AED 545.
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