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byblosfestival.org MONDAY 25 JUNE, 20:30 SLASH Featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators With his top hat, his ferocious riffs and his searing solos, Slash is the ultimate guitar hero and one of the most iconic figures of the last 25 years. The greatest living guitar player according to Time Magazine, Slash has inspired generations of musicians. Coming to Byblos with a full band featuring Myles Kennedy on vocals, this rock legend will be performing songs from his latest solo release as well as some the biggest hits of his two previous bands: Velvet Revolver and Guns N’ Roses (“Sweet Child O’ Mine”, “Paradise City”…). An explosive opening night of dazzling virtuosity and feeling! Standing: Regular 90 000 LBP, Golden Circle 150 000 LBP Seated: 75 000 LBP, 112 500 LBP, 150 000 LBP WEDNESDAY 4 JULY, 20:30 JULIEN CLERC Symphonique Julien Clerc first came to fame more than 40 years ago and still enjoys huge popularity to this day. This youthful and elegant-looking 60-something will be in Byblos to perform all of his greatest hits (“Ma préférence”, “Femmes, je vous aime”, “Ce n’est rien”…), as well as his latest songs, arranged specifically to be accompanied by members of the Lebanese Philharmonic Orchestra led by Stephan Gaubert. © Benoit Peverelli © 60 000 LBP, 90 000 LBP, 120 000 LBP, 150 000 LBP THURSDAY 5 JULY, 20:30 B.B. KING For over 6 decades, B.B. King has defined the blues for a worldwide audience. This living legend has released over 60 albums, won 15 Grammy Awards and been inducted into both the Blues Foundation Hall of Fame and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The “King of the Blues” continues to bring his music to audiences around the globe with his beloved guitar, “Lucille.” His concert in Byblos will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to hear his amazing voice and instantly recognizable guitar style. 75 000 LBP, 112 500 LBP, 150 000 LBP, 187 500 LBP, 225 000 LBP WeDNESDAY 11 JULY, 20:30 UTE LEMPER “Ultimo Tango” an Homage to Astor Piazzolla Ute Lemper is the quintessential Femme Fatale. Universally praised for her interpretations of cabaret songs, the German diva’s latest show - Ultimo Tango - is an homage to Astor Piazzolla. In this unique collaboration with virtuoso musicians from Buenos Aires, this multi-talented singer embraces the passion of Argentinian culture and makes this vibrant repertoire her own. Her magnetic stage presence will mesmerize her Lebanese audience! © Lucas Allen 60 000 LBP, 90 000 LBP, 120 000 LBP, 150 000 LBP SATURDAY 14 JULY, 20:30 KADIM AL SahIR Sings Nizar Qabbani Celebrated as “The Caesar of Arabic Music”, Kadim Al Sahir is one of the most succesful singers in the Arab World. He has sold over 100 million albums worldwide and is a talented author and composer in his own right. Live in concert, he holds the audience in the palm of his hand. This sophisticated and elegant crooner will be singing the poetry of Nizar Qabbani underneath the starry sky of Byblos. 60 000 LBP, 105 000 LBP, 150 000 LBP, 225 000 LBP TUESDAY 17 JULY, 20:30 SNOW PaTROL Watch out Lebanon, a snowstorm is heading your way this summer! After playing the biggest European festivals, one of the world’s most successful rock bands, Snow Patrol, will be in Byblos on July 17 for a mind-blowing night. They’re behind some of the last decade’s defining singles (“Run”, “Just Say Yes”, “Chasing Cars”…) and have just returned with a new album that includes, so far, 2 of this year’s hottest songs (“Called Out In The Dark”, “In The End”). This concert will be nothing short than epic! Standing: Regular 90 000 LBP, Golden Circle 150 000 LBP Seated: 75 000 LBP, 112 500 LBP, 150 000 LBP WeDNESDAY 25 JULY, 21:30 TINARIWEN Winners of the 2012 Best World Music Grammy Award, Tinariwen are a truly spellbinding live act. They’ve built up an international following for their catchy fusion of desert blues with the styles of the Tuareg people of the Sahara. Even if you don’t speak their language, the mysticism and the power of their message will translate through their hypnotic beats and grooves: you’ll be dancing the night away. © Thomasdorn © Standing: 60 000 LBP; Seated: 60 000 LBP, 90 000 LBP All prices are VAT inclusive. Tickets are sold at: Transportation services Media partner Producer With the support of Downtown Beirut, ABC Achrafieh Crowne Plaza Hamra, City Mall Dora Bus roundtrip tickets Dar el-Shimal Tripoli, Faqra Club at 12,000 LBP Saïda (Al Ittihad Bookshop), Byblos Venue available at Virgin Megastore www.ticketingboxoffice.com.