Egypt is not only&nbsp;one of the most important cultural and intellectual centers of the ancient world, but also one of the&nbsp;largest countries&nbsp;with a rich cosmopolitan presence&nbsp;and a vibrant cultural and entertainment offer&nbsp;that makes it one of the Middle East and North Africa&rsquo;s most unique and beloved countries.
In a first for the Middle East, Dave Evans, Australian singer and co-founder of the famous rock band AC/DC, is coming to Egypt to celebrate the band&rsquo;s 50th anniversary.
Mr. Mohamed Hanafy, CEO of Phoenix, was NileFM&rsquo;s guest on&nbsp;The Big Drive, where he shared exclusive details about this first event, marking his own transition from the business world to the music scene.
AC/DC: A Rock Legacy &ldquo;AC/DC is one of the most iconic rock bands in history. Their influence goes beyond rock, they&rsquo;ve shaped the entire music industry,&rdquo; Hanafy said. &ldquo;Celebrating their 50th anniversary by bringing David Evans to Egypt for the first time is a dream come true.&rdquo;
Concert Details Date: June 6, 2025
Location: Somabay, Egypt &ndash; at the stunning Mazeej Platform
This will be the first time AC/DC is celebrated with a live concert in Egypt and the Middle East. Expect a powerful set by Dave Evans, the original voice and co-founder of AC/DC, featuring early-era classics like &ldquo;Highway to Hell,&rdquo; &ldquo;T.N.T.,&rdquo;&nbsp;and more.
Opening Acts &amp; Special Guests The night kicks off with opening acts from Strawberry Swing&nbsp;and 404 Band, setting the stage for an electrifying rock experience. The event will also feature one of Europe&rsquo;s top AC/DC tribute bands from Romania. Known for their explosive performances, they&rsquo;ll bring the Brian Johnson era to life with hits like &ldquo;Back in Black&rdquo;&nbsp;and &ldquo;Thunderstruck.&rdquo;
This event promises a 360&deg; AC/DC experience, spanning the band&rsquo;s legendary journey from its earliest years to modern-day anthems.
Why Egypt? Why Now? &ldquo;This isn&rsquo;t just a concert, it&rsquo;s an experience,&rdquo; said Hanafy. &ldquo;Egypt is a beautiful country. No one can say no to Egypt.&rdquo;
He added, &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve worked with Evans before. We trust each other, and I know exactly how powerful this show will be.&rdquo;
When asked why a live rock concert beats a typical DJ set, Hanafy emphasized:
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s not just about listening, it&rsquo;s about feeling. It&rsquo;s an emotional experience. And there&rsquo;s so much hidden talents in Egypt, especially in rock.&rdquo;
Why Somabay? &ldquo;Somabay is magical. It&rsquo;s easy to fall in love with the place, I&rsquo;ve lived there myself,&rdquo; Hanafy shared. &ldquo;I once saw six sea turtles swimming nearby. The concert will take place on the Mazeej Platform, right by the breathtaking White Beach.&rdquo;
A Message to Rock Fans &ldquo;Come and be part of rock and roll history,&rdquo; Hanafy said with excitement. &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve done this in Europe twice before and trust me, it&rsquo;s like a tsunami of energy. I&rsquo;m proud to bring this to my home country. It&rsquo;s so important to support rock music and our local talents.&rdquo;
A Special Eid Celebration This year, Eid becomes even more special. The concert is scheduled for June 6, coinciding with the first day of Eid celebrations in Egypt, making it the perfect holiday event to enjoy with friends and family.
How to Get Tickets Tickets are available at <a href="https://www.tazkarti.com/#/e/1348">Tazkarti.com</a>
Don&rsquo;t miss your chance to see rock history in one of Egypt&rsquo;s most beautiful places&mdash;Somabay, in the heart of the Red Sea Riviera.
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