Rapper to perform at Backyard Festival, at luxury resort in Egypt 12 April
Acclaimed Moroccan-American rapper French Montana is confirmed to perform at the upcoming Backyard Festival: Vol. 8, joining Egyptian megastar Tamer Hosny for what promises to be one of the spring’s most eclectic live events. The festival, scheduled for April 12 at Azha Ain El Sokhna on the Red Sea coast, marks the first edition of Backyard Festival’s newest chapter, and organizers are pulling out all the stops with a lineup that spans international rap and regional pop.
A Global-Meets-Local Lineup
French Montana, born Karim Kharbouch, has become a fixture on the worldwide hip-hop stage with a catalog of chart-topping singles and high-profile collaborations spanning a decade. Known for hits like Unforgettable and his work with artists across the rap spectrum, his inclusion at Backyard Festival signifies a notable push toward blending mainstream American rap with North African and Middle Eastern festival culture. Sharing top billing is Tamer Hosny, the Egyptian singer, songwriter, and actor whose influence over the Arab pop and R&B scene is immense. The pairing of Hosny’s regional star power with French Montana’s international presence positions Backyard Festival as a culturally ambitious celebration of diverse sounds and audiences.
Venue Highlights
The festival takes place at Azha Ain El Sokhna, a scenic coastal destination approximately two hours from Cairo. Known for its sandy beaches, clear Red Sea waters, and luxury resorts, the venue provides an ideal setting for a music festival that combines entertainment with leisure. Fans can enjoy panoramic seaside views while experiencing the high-energy performances, making the event not just a concert, but a full-day getaway.
Festival Experience and Expectations
Promoters are pitching Backyard Festival as “more than a concert, it’s a curated live experience,” with performances tailored for a high-energy, international crowd. Tickets range across several tiers, from general admission to VIP and fan-pit options, with doors opening in the late afternoon ahead of the evening’s headline sets.
For French Montana, this appearance adds to a growing festival résumé. He has performed at dozens of music festivals around the world, including stops like Rolling Loud Thailand and Summerfest, and this booking builds momentum for what could be a busy live year ahead.
As anticipation builds toward April, fans from across the region and beyond are closely watching what Backyard Festival: Vol. 8 could mean for the live music calendar in North Africa and whether this international pairing signals more cross-continental collaborations to come.