Why MDLBeast is The Next Tomorrowland
- Nadine Hossam
- Jan 31
- 2 min read
Imagine a whole city reborn as a musical journey. With 14 stages and every sound your heart could desire, MDLBEAST Soundstorm didn't just exceed expectations—it redefined what a dream looks like. Seeing Banban, Riyadh, transform into a musical home was something I never saw coming. Walking into that venue felt like finally arriving at the place every music lover spends their life searching for.
How does a place with 14 stages feel like home instead of a maze? It’s the intention. Every stage was placed with love for a specific genre and a specific person. To the West, the techno and house family found their place. At the Port, Log, Silk, and Tunnel, the place was full of melody that moves your soul. Being able to walk from the raw energy of BUNT to the cinematic soul of Ben Böhmer in just five minutes is a gift most venues can’t give. It wasn't just a walk; it was a transition of the soul.
MDLBEAST is the next Tomorrowland because it is a burst of pure emotion. When your heart needs a change, you walk East to the Big Beast and 6ag stages. Hearing the crowd roar for Metro Boomin and then seeing the grace of Balqees right next to each other felt like a bridge between worlds. "6ag" is slang for tune in Saudi.
What truly moved me though, were the people. The staff and volunteers didn't just work; they cared. They made it their mission to see us dance before we even reached the stage. It didn't matter if you were Arab, Saudi, or from the West—they saw a human being who came to find joy, and they protected that joy with everything they had. The staff carried the spirit of the festival on their shoulders.
As a woman, I carried a small fear about safety in such a massive sea of people. I was so wrong. From the moment I entered, I felt wrapped in respect. The officers in their "احترم" (Respect) uniforms were at every corner, not just to watch, but to care. Their anti-harassment campaign made me feel seen and safe. To be able to lose yourself in the music without ever looking over your shoulder is a freedom every woman deserves.
The magic didn't just come from the speakers; it fell from the sky. Fireworks erupted every 10 minutes. Picture this: the sun is gone, Adriatique is playing Innerbloom, and the sky is exploding in gold and purple. Honestly, Disneyland has nothing on this.
MDLBEAST gave us more than music; it gave us a new way to feel alive. I am someone who parties every week, but I couldn’t go out for three months after this because my heart was still in Banban. If you didn’t get your Tomorrowland ticket, don’t worry. Book your ticket to Soundstorm. It doesn't just meet humane expectations- it heals them.
PS: If you think this was it for Saudi? Wait until you hear about Balad Beast.
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