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Egypt Independent
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Independent
Ragheb Alama banned from performing in Egypt after concert kiss
The Musicians Syndicate in Egypt issued a statement announcing the suspension of artist Ragheb Alama from performing in Egypt and his summons for investigation following his recent behavior during one of his concerts at the North Coast. The head of the Musicians Syndicate, Mostafa Kamel, said in a statement: 'For two days, I have been following shameful behavior that violates all Egyptian customs, traditions, and societal values. We have never been accustomed to this in our country before, and we will not allow it to be repeated. Egypt's stages have been graced by some of the greatest artists in Egypt and the Arab world, both artistically and in value. They have never been, and never will be, a breeding ground for kisses, undisciplined gestures, and disgusting hugs.' He added: 'With my sincere respect and appreciation to Mr. Farid Bou Said, the head of the Musicians Syndicate in our sister country, Lebanon, and to all our brothers and sisters in the beloved Lebanese people, we have decided the following': Summon Alama to the headquarters of the Musicians Syndicate in Egypt for investigation into his deliberate violation of Egyptian norms, customs, and traditions. We will also suspend his work permit in Egypt pending his appearance for investigation at the Syndicate's headquarters. Contact the officials of the Chamber of Tourism Establishments to meet with them or their representatives to make our joint decision to summon the owner of the tourist establishment that hosted this concert, which represents a clear and deliberate violation of all Egyptian values, norms, customs, and traditions. Alama commented on the decision to suspend him over what happened during his recent concert, after a video surfaced showing a fan kissing him on stage. The singer said in a phone call with Al-Nahar TV: 'I was talking to my friend, artist Mostafa Kamel, the head of the Musicians Syndicate, and I explained the situation to him. What happened was that the girl grabbed me in her joy as I was coming off the stage and kissed me. The kiss wasn't on my mouth. I swear to God, that didn't happen.' He affirmed his complete respect for the Egyptian audience and people, adding, 'I hold the organizers responsible because people were going to the theater. I respect the audience and I am well aware that tourism in Egypt is a great responsibility.' 'I contacted the head of the syndicate and I respect the syndicate's decision and place myself at its disposal. God willing, I will visit the syndicate next week.'
Egypt Independent
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Independent
Calls to cancel Rock band Scorpions' concert in Egypt over supporting Israel
The German rock band Scorpions will perform in Egypt as part of a tour on October 15th, marking the band's 60th anniversary. As soon as the upcoming concert was announced, a large number of social media users called for its cancellation due to the band's support for Israel and the raising of the Israeli flag at its concerts. Social media users called on the head of the Musicians Syndicate, Mostafa Kamel, to intervene and cancel the concert. They launched a hashtag called #cancelscorpions, sharing photos of the band waving the Israeli flag at concerts. The Scorpions are a German rock band founded in 1965 by guitarist Rudolf Schenker. The band's longest-running and most successful lineup included vocalists Schenker and Klaus Meine, guitarists Matthias Jabs and Francis Buchholz, and bassist Hermann Rarebel. This is the band's second visit to the country, following their first to Egypt in 2005, when they held two concerts at the foot of the Pyramids, organized by the German Embassy in Cairo and Culture Ministry, and in Sharm el-Sheikh on November 17th and 19th.
Egypt Independent
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Independent
Lebanese singer Haifa Wehbe facing Egypt ban
The Egyptian Musicians Syndicate, headed by Mostafa Kamel, issued an order on Tuesday to ban Lebanese singer Haifa Wehbe from performing in Egypt. This decision was made based on a complaint filed by syndicate member Khaled Mostafa Hassanein, also known as Khaled al-Tohamy, who previously worked as her business manager. The memorandum submitted to the head of the Syndicate and members of the Board of Directors detailed the complaint and the measures taken. Wehbe was summoned for investigation on two occasions, but failed to appear. Accordingly, the Investigation Committee decided not to grant her a license to perform in Egypt, and this decision was ratified at the Board of Directors meeting on March 16. Wehbe is no stranger to controversy. Previously in August 2024, the Actors' and Musicians' syndicates issued a decision to suspend Wehbe from working in Egypt due to her breach of contractual obligations with a film production company and an event organizer. However, this decision was later rescinded after she reconciled with the relevant authorities.
Egypt Independent
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Independent
Musicians Syndicate bans Lebanese singer Haifa Wehbe from performing in Egypt
The Egyptian Musicians Syndicate, headed by Mostafa Kamel, issued an order on Tuesday to ban Lebanese singer Haifa Wehbe from performing in Egypt. This decision was made based on a complaint filed by syndicate member Khaled Mostafa Hassanein, also known as Khaled al-Tohamy, who previously worked as her business manager. The memorandum submitted to the head of the Syndicate and members of the Board of Directors detailed the complaint and the measures taken. Wehbe was summoned for investigation on two occasions, but failed to appear. Accordingly, the Investigation Committee decided not to grant her a license to perform in Egypt, and this decision was ratified at the Board of Directors meeting on March 16. Wehbe is no stranger to controversy. Previously in August 2024, the Actors' and Musicians' syndicates issued a decision to suspend Wehbe from working in Egypt due to her breach of contractual obligations with a film production company and an event organizer. However, this decision was later rescinded after she reconciled with the relevant authorities.
