Two of the world’s most celebrated voices will deliver an unforgettable night of soul, style and timeless hits in Abu Dhabi.
Saadiyat Nights, Abu Dhabi’s premier open-air concert series, has announced a landmark double bill for Friday, 9 January 2026, with soul superstar Diana Ross and global icon Seal set to perform on the same evening. Bringing together two of the most distinctive and influential voices in modern music, the night promises a showcase of iconic hits, powerful vocals and world-class live performance under the Abu Dhabi sky.
Diana Ross, recipient of a GRAMMY® Lifetime Achievement Award, remains one of the most important figures in contemporary music and popular culture. Rising to fame as the lead singer of The Supremes, she helped define the sound of Motown with era-shaping hits and unforgettable harmonies.
Her solo career has been just as remarkable, spanning several decades and multiple generations of fans. From emotional anthems and cinematic ballads to disco floor fillers, Ross has crafted a catalogue of songs that remain part of the global soundtrack. Her biggest hits include “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “Chain Reaction,” “I’m Coming Out” and “Endless Love” with Lionel Richie.
Diana Ross continues to captivate audiences around the world with her unmistakable voice, glamour and magnetic stage presence. Her Saadiyat Nights performance will bring this legacy to Abu Dhabi for the very first time, offering a set filled with signature hits, sophisticated style and a sense of occasion that only Ross can deliver.
With more than 30 million albums sold worldwide, Seal is recognised as one of contemporary music’s most versatile artists. His career is decorated with four GRAMMY® Awards, three BRIT Awards, two Ivor Novello Awards and an MTV VMA, underlining both his critical and commercial success.
Known for his rich, soulful tone and emotive songwriting, Seal has delivered chart-topping classics that continue to resonate across generations. His unmistakable vocals power global hits such as “Killer” and “Crazy,” while “Kiss From A Rose” reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned GRAMMY® Awards for both Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
Together, Diana Ross and Seal will present an evening of soul, love, pop and enduring artistry at Saadiyat Nights. They join a stellar line-up that includes Ludovico Einaudi on 10 January, Lewis Capaldi on 17 January, John Mayer on 24 January, Ricky Martin on 31 January, Mariah Carey on 7 February, Bryan Adams on 11 February and Max Richter on 29 January, with more international stars still to be announced.
Tickets to see Diana Ross and Seal live in Abu Dhabi at Saadiyat Nights are available now.
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