Partner Content: The festival takes place from 6 to 9 November at Dubai Parks & Resorts.
Grab your glowsticks and prepare for an epic weekend because UNTOLD Festival is taking over Dubai Parks & Resorts from 6 to 9 November 2025. Brace yourselves for four days of non-stop raving as UNTOLD Dubai becomes a playground for the biggest names in the music business. With over 100 artists bringing the beats, let FACT be your guide to who’s performing and when they’re taking to the stage.
Alan Walker
Alan Walker hails from Bergen, Norway. He is a producer and DJ, and best known for his songs Faded, Force and Sing Me To Sleep. On YouTube, he has more than 43.7 million subscribers and 12.9 billion views, and is one of the most viewed content creators in Norway.
Armin van Buuren
Armin van Buuren is one of the world’s biggest DJs and producers. He was born in the Netherlands and has headlined shows and festivals worldwide, including Electric Daisy Carnival, Ultra Music Festival, and Tomorrowland. He has held residencies at Hï Ibiza and Las Vegas. The Dutch DJ is known for his hits Blah Blah Blah, Great Spirit, Leave A Little Love, Music Means Love Forever, and This Is What It Feels Like. He performed as part of Untold Dubai 2024 as well and promises to bring the same magic this time around.
Axwell
Axwell, whose real name is Axel Christofer Hedfors, is a prominent figure in the electronic dance music world. The DJ’s career took off in the early 2000s when he and his Swedish House Mafia cohorts began producing a series of hit singles and remixes that helped shape the modern EDM landscape. Their tracks, such as “Don’t You Worry Child” and “Save the World,” have become anthems of the genre and are celebrated for their infectious melodies and energetic beats. Individually, Axwell has produced a string of solo hits, including “Centre of the Universe” and “I Found You.” Now, his performance at Untold promises to keep the crowd moving from start to finish.
Cancelled Music
The Dubai DJ duo of Kris Fade and Dean Curtis are fast becoming a festival fixture. After rocking UNTOLD Dubai’s main stage in 2024 with a high-energy set, they are confirmed to return for UNTOLD Dubai 2025. Expect a blend of house, hip-hop and pop, packed with crowd-pleasing edits and marvellous mashups.
DJ Bliss
DJ Bliss, real name Marwan Al Awadhi, was born in Dubai. He got his first big break in radio and TV as the host of Dubai One’s That’s Entertainment. During his career, he has performed for the likes of Dubai’s artist of the moment Beyoncé, Drake, Nicki Minaj and Prince. Plus, he collaborated with the rapper Shaggy on Halla Walla and Yalla Africa. In 2022, DJ Bliss appeared on Netflix’s reality TV show, Dubai Bling. He also performed at Untold Dubai 2024 and this year, he’s set to return to the stage.
Eric Prydz
The Swedish legend Eric Prydz is revered for his progressive house productions, awe-inspiring live shows and euphoric anthems like “Call on Me”, “Opus”, and “Pjanoo”. His real name is Eric Sheridan Prydz, and he is also known as Pryda and Cirzen D. He rose to fame with his hit single “Call On Me,” which was released in 2004 and peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart. In 2017, he won DJ of the Year at the Electronic Music Awards.
Gordo
Diamanté Blackmon, aka Gordo, brings weighty, Latin-leaning house to UNTOLD Dubai, joining the Zamna-powered lineup. His sets lean on the hypnotic “TARAKA,” the club-smashing “Rizzla” with The Martinez Brothers, and the crossover hit “Cafecito.” As a producer, he helped shape Drake’s dance pivot on Honestly, Nevermind, co-producing cuts like “Sticky” and “Currents,” a flex that carries into his festival shows.
Hot Since 82
Leeds-born DJ Daley Padley brings house hypnotism to UNTOLD Dubai at Dubai Parks and Resorts. Hot Since 82’s sets lean on classics such as “Like You,” “Truesoul,” and “Buggin.” With an Ibiza run in 2025 and new material in rotation, Hot Since 82 will bring precision builds and bassline swagger to Zamna’s Galaxy Stage.
J Balvin
J Balvin is a Colombian reggaeton singer and songwriter, whose real name is José Álvaro Osorio Balvin. He has become a global sensation in the world of Latin music. J Balvin’s music career began in the early 2000s. However, it was his breakthrough single “6 AM” in collaboration with fellow Colombian artist Farruko that catapulted him to international stardom in 2013. Since then, he has released numerous hit songs and albums, including “Mi Gente” and “I Like It,” a collaboration with rapper Cardi B, Usher and DJ Khaled. He headlined Coachella 2024 with a UFO-themed set and a surprise “Men in Black” moment with Will Smith, then hit the road for the Back to the Rayo North America Tour in 2025.
KSHMR
Originally hailing from India, KSHMR is an American DJ and producer who has made a name for himself in the global EDM scene. He was initially part of The Cataracs but has since carved out a solo career with tracks like Jammu, Secrets, and Wildcard. Loved for his immersive live shows, he’s set to be part of Untold Dubai 2025.
Luciano
The Swiss-Chilean founder of Cadenza Music brings his Latin-tinted tech-house swing to Dubai this November. His festival staples include the euphoric “Rise of Angel,” the percussive “Cachai,” and the hypnotic “7direction(s),” tracks that showcase his melodic build-ups and rolling grooves. At UNTOLD Dubai 2025, he’s part of the Zamna takeover.
Martin Garrix
Martin Garrix hails from Amsterdam, Netherlands. He had a love of music from a young age and started playing the guitar at the age of eight. After seeing fellow Dutch DJ Tiëstoperform, he was inspired to join the music industry. In 2012, he signed with Spinnin’ Records and released a collaboration with DJ Jay Hardway titled “Error 404.” Over the years, Martin has scored hit singles, including “Animals,” “In the Name of Love,” and “Scared to Be Lonely.“ He has collaborated with artists such as Bebe Rexha, Dua Lipa, and Troye Sivan.
Meduza
The Italian trio Meduza bring their signature melodic house sound to Dubai. With tracks like “Piece of Your Heart” and “Lose Control,” they’ve built a massive fandom that loves their infectious sound. Now, they promise to bring the same magic to the Untold Dubai 2025 stage.
Nervo
Hailing from Australia, Nervo is a duo of twin sisters, Miriam and Olivia Nervo. The two have written songs for many artists in the industry, including the Grammy-winning When Love Takes Over for David Guetta. The sisters have performed at the likes of Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, amongst many others, and now they’re heading to Untold Dubai 2025.
Rema
Nigerian singer and songwriter Rema has helped propel Afrobeats onto the global stage with his self-coined “Afro-rave” sound. He broke through with 2019’s “Dumebi” and cemented his star power with the worldwide smash “Calm Down,” later remixed with Selena Gomez. Crowd favourites include “Ginger Me,” “Bounce,” “Are You There?,” “Holiday”, and “Charm,” showcasing his velvet vocals and nimble hooks, make Rema one of Afrobeats’ most bankable, boundary-pushing talents today.
Saweetie
Known for her infectious rap energy and signature style, Saweetie skyrocketed to fame in 2016 after her Instagram freestyles went viral. Her breakout hit “Icy Grl” achieved double platinum status, paving the way for her to dominate the charts with tracks like “Tap In” and the Grammy-nominated “Best Friend” featuring Doja Cat. Expect Saweetie to bring her undeniable star power to the Untold Dubai 2025 stage.
Steve Aoki
Besides being a Grammy-nominated DJ, NFT visionary, and fashion designer, Steve Aoki is also known for cake-throwing acts during his shows. Anyone who has attended his live performances can vouch for just how high-impact and experiential they are – and his upcoming performance at Untold Dubai 2025 will be no different. He hails from Miami, Florida, and grew up in Newport Beach, California. He is best known as a DJ and record producer, dabbling in multiple genres, and has collaborated with artists like BTS, Maluma, Linkin Park, Blink-182, One Direction, and more.
Sugababes
The Sugababes were one of the most successful British girl groups to emerge in the late 1990s. Comprising of Keisha Buchanan, Mutya Buena, and Siobhan Donaghy, the trio dominated the music charts. Their hits include “Push the Button,” “Round Round,” “Freak Like Me,” and “Too Lost in You.” They also performed several sell-out shows, including the Glastonbury Festival, and have been nominated for the MTV Music Awards and MOBO Awards. Last year, they performed at the Dubai 7s and are now returning to the emirate for Untold Dubai 2025.
Swae Lee
One-half of the acclaimed duo Rae Sremmurd and a successful solo artist, Swae Lee, is one of the most innovative hip-hop hitmakers currently working. With smooth vocals and global anthems like “Sunflower” with Post Malone and “Unforgettable” with French Montana, he’s bringing his infectious energy to Untold Dubai 2025.
Tujamo
Tujamo has commanded main stages and top-tier clubs around the world, collaborating with a who’s who of global talent, including Steve Aoki, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Kid Ink, and Taio Cruz. With more than 950 million Spotify streams and multiple Gold and Platinum records, he has crafted a catalogue that strikes a balance between punch and polish. Expect crowd igniters such as “Boneless”, “Drop That Low (When I Dip)” and “Booty Bounce” to anchor a set built for lift off.
WizTheMc
WizTheMc, originally Sanele Sydow, is a South African-German rapper based in Berlin. Known for his 2020 viral hit, “For a Minute,” he has become a notable name in the music world. He’s also become a big social media sensation with Show Me Love, which has been receiving a lot of hits on TikTok.
Yungblud
Yungblud has carved out a name for himself in music with his hits. Known for his sound that blends rock, punk, and pop, his shows evoke a wealth of emotion, touching on themes of youth, identity, and self-expression. His top tracks include “11 Minutes” with Halsey, “I Think I’m OKAY” with Machine Gun Kelly and Travis Barker and “Parents.” His performances have made him one of the most loved voices of the generation, and now he’s heading to Untold Dubai 2025.
Apart from the artists performing on the main stage, such as Nora Fatehi, Jaxomy, Salvagtore Ganacci and Tchami, the Zamna Stage will also feature a great selection of musicians. These include Ale De Tuglie, Andrea Oliva, Ilario Alicante, Marwan Dua, Mestiza, Toto Chiaveta, and Vanny Granata.
More artists are expected to be announced soon, so stay tuned to find out.
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