#SHOWBIZ: Hijjaz marks 30 years of nasyid legacy with Istana Budaya concert
AMID the ever-shifting landscape of contemporary music, spiritual nasyid rhythms continue to hold a cherished place in the hearts of listeners.
Hijjaz, the pioneering Malaysian nasyid group, will celebrate its 30-year anniversary with a grand concert at Istana Budaya on October 16 and 17. The band, comprising Munif Ahmad, Isman Nadim Isam, Faizal Osman, and Ariffin Rahim, will honor their legacy with a 32-song setlist, featuring a mix of traditional genres, Arabic influences, and modern pop elements.
The concert, supported by the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry and organized by Inteam Records, aims to pay tribute to the group's enduring appeal and spiritual devotion. The album "Konsert Hijjaz 3 Dekad: Rindu Sumayyah" showcases a diverse range of music, from joget and inang to modern pop, and includes a tribute to their late founding member, Mohd Salleh Ramli.
The group, known for their willingness to evolve while maintaining their soulful core, will be accompanied by over 40 musicians, including members of the Traditional Orchestra of Malaysia and the National Symphony Orchestra. The concert's themed segments will resurrect beloved tracks from their early albums, performed with updated arrangements, and the audience will have the opportunity to explore the Souq Rindu Sumayyah foyer exhibition, featuring vintage performance attire and memorabilia.
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