when local Bands open for concerts

When it comes to UAE’s live music shows, any season is the in season. The year 2017 proved that Dubai is a go-to destination for the biggest names in the music industry with unforgettable concerts on the local stage. Liam Gallagher and Electronica icons The Chemical Brothers raised the music bar on November 10. A spectacular performance by J-Lo stunned audiences at the Autism Rocks Arena during the same month. Then, there’s also Ed Sheeran and Kygo, whose music etched a place in the hearts of the UAE residents. Even though bands that open the show during big concerts are less talked about, the local talent in Dubai is tremendous and musically diverse. The openers have been known to keep the vibe upbeat for hours. The stage was set to rock for Elton John by Dubai-based band

Vandalye. The band was started by Belgian-New Zealander brothers Thomas and Lucas, who joined English vocalist Scott. The Ed Sheeran concert was opened by Lauv, singer of The Other and

Comfortable. His music is a mix of electronic and folk music.