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Saeed Saeed

Saeed Saeed

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Abu Dhabi
Saeed is a features writer for The National, reporting on all things arts and culture happening in the UAE and internationally. With a focus on music and Arabic pop culture, Saeed has interviewed some of the biggest singers in the region and the world. Born in Abu Dhabi, Saeed lived in the UAE until he was nine, before moving to Melbourne, Australia, where, in addition to his journalism, he worked as a security guard, youth worker and video-store clerk. He returned to the city of his birth in 2011 to work for The National. Saeed continues to be amazed at the city’s cultural development and expansion.
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From parish-led celebrations to family feasts, Arab world has its own festive traditions

LifestyleDecember 23, 2025
Chris Martin of Coldplay in Abu Dhabi in January. Photo: Live Nation
From Coldplay and Metallica to Tyla and JLo, the UAE’s best live shows of 2025

Stadium spectacles and theatre productions defined the country's events calendar for the year

Music & On-stageDecember 23, 2025
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Grammy-winning artist unveils his grand vision and the Mena connections behind his latest projects

Music & On-stageDecember 23, 2025
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Familiar format returns with a new venue, revised staging and a clearer sense of identity

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Bahraini rapper Flipperachi says Khaleeji hip-hop thrives on local dialects and cultural references. Photo: Outlaw Productions
The 50 best Arabic songs of 2025, from Nancy Ajram to Flipperachi

Tracks about love, heartbreak and gender violence make up some of the thought-provoking tunes

Music & On-stageDecember 19, 2025
Tyla’s Sole DXB performance followed her Soundstorm set in Riyadh, marking a clear step into festival headliner territory. Photo: Maxwell Aurelien James
Tyla ready for world's biggest stages after impressive Gulf shows

Shows in Riyadh and Dubai track South African singer’s transition from support act to headliner

Music & On-stageDecember 15, 2025
Cardi B during her fun and relentless set at Soundstorm festival in Riyadh. Photo: Soundstorm
Soundstorm 2025: New mum Cardi B shows she’s ready to take on the world

Music festival features performances by Post Malone, Pitbull, Halsey and others

Music & On-stageDecember 14, 2025
Yusuf / Cat Stevens performing at the 2016 You Are Not Alone charity concert for Syrian refugees at Westminster Hall, London. Photo: Yusuf / Cat Stevens Archive
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Our top picks blend music history with personal revelations and offer fresh perspectives from some of the industry’s most enduring voices

Music & On-stageDecember 12, 2025
Bahraini rapper Flipperachi says Khaleeji hip-hop thrives on local dialects and cultural references. Photo: Outlaw Productions
Who is Flipperachi, the Bahraini rapper featured in Bollywood hit Dhurandhar?

Track's renewed success marks another milestone in artist's efforts to take Khaleeji hip-hop beyond the Gulf

Music & On-stageDecember 12, 2025
Lebanese American tenor Amine Hachem (Antar) from the production of Antar and Abla. Photo: Arabic Opera
Epic poem Antar and Abla reimagined as an Arabic opera in Abu Dhabi production

Production features a libretto by Lebanon’s Antoine Maalouf and musical support from China’s Lanzhou Symphony Orchestra

Music & On-stageDecember 12, 2025
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Pop CultureDecember 09, 2025
The UAE National Orchestra’s 70 full-time musicians and 30 choir members were selected from more than 3,200 applicants during a global audition process. Photo: UAE National Orchestra
UAE National Orchestra sets date for first public show of debut season

Concerts will run across all seven emirates, featuring Emirati works, regional programmes and international collaborations

Music & On-stageDecember 09, 2025
Terry Crews at Yas Marina for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Terry Crews on finding space, safety and perspective in Abu Dhabi

Actor and America's Got Talent host says UAE capital offers a calm he rarely feels in Los Angeles

Pop CultureDecember 09, 2025
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Abu Dhabi F1: Katy Perry’s race-day performance shows she hasn’t lost her touch

Strong visuals and dependable run of hits remind Etihad Park audience of her pedigree

Music & On-stageDecember 07, 2025
Benson Boone with marshals after the qualifying session before the Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit on Saturday. AFP
Abu Dhabi F1: Benson Boone, Katy Perry and more stars spotted at Yas Island

Famous faces from music, sport and fashion added to the weekend’s atmosphere

Pop CultureDecember 07, 2025
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