JEDDAH: MDLBEAST Records is celebrating its artists after their songs were streamed 200 million times on digital platforms in just two years.

The label has collaborated with 110 artists, including more than 30 talented Saudi musicians, showcasing the growing influence of Arabic music on the global stage.

Matthew Dicks, executive director of music and talent at MDLBEAST Records, praised the work of Saudi musicians during a conference held alongside the Balad Beast music festival in Jeddah.

“We are proud that 30 of our artists are Saudis. In just two years, we have achieved this milestone, in addition to the collaborations with 37 international artists, including Arab diaspora and 43 regional artists from the Middle East and North Africa, and the release of 159 singles, four albums and nine EPs.

“Also, through our talent development and management, we are already exporting our talents and music worldwide, where they have performed in 2023 across Europe, the UK and the US at festivals and legendary clubs,” he added.

Speaking on the MDLBEAST Records team, Dicks said: “Our team is composed predominantly of talented Saudi members, along with a diverse mix of international and regional executives. Their expertise and commitment have been instrumental in the label’s achievements and its establishment as a world-class music entity.”

Dicks praised Jeddah’s hosting of Balad Beast: “It has been an incredible opportunity to connect with the remarkable community of artists and music enthusiasts in the Kingdom. The support for various music genres, from hip-hop to house and R&B, is impressive, and continues to evolve within a dynamic and creative music scene.”

Saudi artists such as Cosmicat, Dish Dash, Baloo and Vinyl Mode have emerged as rising stars within the local music scene.

“Our mission at MDLBEAST Records is to discover and nurture local talents, foster collaborations with international and regional artists, and provide opportunities for emerging talents,” Dicks said.