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Arab News
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Spotify named official audio streaming partner for Esports World Cup 2025
The Esports World Cup Foundation has announced a partnership with Spotify, the world's most popular audio streaming subscription service, as the official audio streaming partner for the Esports World Cup 2025. The collaboration will bring fans an immersive audio experience throughout the world's largest esports and gaming event — powered by Spotify's library of more than 100 million tracks. As part of the partnership, Spotify will launch the EWC Music Hub, featuring official tournament anthems that form part of the EWC music identity, along with Spotify-curated gaming playlists designed to elevate the in-game and fan experience. The partnership also includes artist collaborations and on-site content creation with EWC creators and fans to deepen the personal connection between sound and gameplay. Music will take center stage at EWC 2025. Earlier this month, the Esports World Cup Foundation announced that global icon Post Malone will headline the opening ceremony on July 10. The event will also include the live debut of 'Til My Fingers Bleed,' performed by Dino of Seventeen, Duckwrth, and Telle Smith of The Word Alive, alongside appearances by Grammy-nominated producer Alesso and renowned cellist Tina Guo. 'Our partnership with Spotify extends the Esports World Cup experience beyond the arena, inviting fans into the heart of the tournament through music and sound,' said Mohammed Al-Nimer, chief commercial officer at the Esports World Cup Foundation. 'This partnership brings our EWC Music vision to life: blending original music, global artists, and fan-driven playlists to create deeper connections with audiences and celebrate our unique ecosystem.' 'We're thrilled to partner with the Esports World Cup, a global event that shares our passion for music, fandom, and culture,' said Akshat Harbola, Spotify's managing director for MENAP. 'On Spotify, we've seen firsthand how music and gaming come together to create powerful, immersive moments. In fact, Saudi Arabia has the highest share of music streamed via gaming consoles on our platform globally — a clear signal that music is a core part of the gaming experience here. 'Together, we're creating iconic experiences and content that inspire and elevate the gaming community.' Returning to Riyadh, from July 7 to Aug. 24, the Esports World Cup Festival will unite gaming and esports communities for a global celebration of gaming and esports culture. With esports tournaments, live music, retro arcades, anime cafes, cosplay, creator studios, and more, the EWC Festival will offer millions of fans exclusive experiences celebrating their love of the game. The EWC 2025 will feature 2,000 elite players and 200 clubs from more than 100 countries, competing in 25 tournaments across 24 games for a record-breaking $70+ million prize pool.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
PlayStation the Concert coming to Las Vegas in 2026
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — PlayStation The Concert is coming to Las Vegas in 2026. The global tour of PlayStation The Concert launched in Dublin in May 2025 and will make a stop at The Smith Center in Las Vegas for one night only on February 1, 2026. The concert will bring iconic gaming soundtracks to life live onstage. The show will combine music and visuals from nine video game titles into one 'unforgettable' experience, according to a release from The Smith Center. PlayStation The Concert will take fans into the worlds of games that have captivated its players for years and are celebrated for their soundtracks. The games included in the concert are God of War, The Last of Us, Ghost of Tsushima, Horizon, Astro Bot, Journey, Helldivers 2, Bloodborne, and Uncharted. 'For more than three decades, PlayStation has been at the cutting edge of gaming, setting new standards for innovation and delivering unforgettable experiences to millions around the world. The games featured in this tour aren't just titles; they're cultural touchstones that have reshaped the entertainment landscape,' the release stated. The concert will showcase a fusion of multilayered visuals, immersive surround sound, and an ensemble featuring classical and modern instruments. Tickets for the concert will go on sale on Friday, June 20, at 10 a.m. on the Smith Center website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
ABC News
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Nikolai presses play on video games
As an avid gamer and music lover, Drive presenter Nikolai Beilharz is ready to press play on his favourite video game soundtracks with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. From 8-bit pioneers to modern-day epic worlds, the ASO is powering up for a bold new concert of iconic gaming music. Evolving from the nostalgic beeps and boops of the 80s, to some of the most cinematic and powerful soundtracks of today, video game compositions help bring virtual worlds to life. Whether you grew up playing Tetris and Sonic, lost yourself in the worlds of Call of Duty and The Legend of Zelda, or spent hours playing Super Mario, video game soundtracks are surprisingly nostalgic and familiar. Join Nikolai for Drive, as ASO musicians preview the 'Press Play' gaming music concert and perform live in the ABC's Collinswood studio on Friday 13 June. Plus, there's tickets to win to be at the live concert and experience the classical soundtracks yourself. Prize to win 2 x premium tickets for ASO Press Play concert at Festival Theatre 2 x premium tickets for ASO Press Play concert at Festival Theatre Your preferred date – either Friday 1 August or Saturday 2 August 2025 at 7pm Your preferred date – either Friday 1 August or Saturday 2 August 2025 at 7pm Prize is valued at $258 How to play Listen to Drive with Nikolai Beilharz from 3pm on Friday 13 June. Listen to Drive with Nikolai Beilharz from 3pm on Friday 13 June. Collect the video game audio clues, then respond correctly to the cue to call for your chance to win. Pick up your gaming console and immerse yourself in these memorable gaming melodies with 891 ABC Adelaide. Tune your radio to 891AM, listen live online at or download the ABC listen app and take us with you when you are on the go.
