The first lineup of internationally renowned and local artists performing at the second edition of the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards Abu Dhabi has been announced.
To be held on 16 September at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Now United, Elyanna, Bader Al Shuabi and Issam Alnajjar, will perform electrifying sets.
Now United, the first global music team featuring singers and dancers from 18 countries, have over 2 billion views on YouTube. The group is popular for uniting music from around the world, and will see Zane from the United States of America, Savannah from Australia, Nour from Lebanon, Desiree from Brazil, Lamar from the United Kingdom and Melaine from Ivory Coast in West Africa perform.
Palestinian-Chilean singer and songwriter Elyanna, is known for fusing various music styles like Arabic tunes, pop and R&B. The artist is also the first to perform in Arabic at one of the biggest music festivals around the world, Coachella Music Festival.
Saudi pop artist Bader Al Shuabi has been making waves in the music industry since 2002. The performer was also featured on a billboard in New York Times Square for his collaboration with K-Pop star Alexa, on their single 'Is It On'.
Jordanian singer and songwriter Issam Alnajjar, started his music career by posting videos on social media. The artist's debut single 'Hadal Ahbek' went viral, and was the first person signed to Universal Arabic Music.
The event will be hosted by Syrian-Canadian social media sensation and content creator Ossy Marwah. The creator is popular for his hilarious videos and has a following of 12 million people.
Fans can still vote for their favourites across 16 categories through the Nickelodeon Arabia website, and on Instagram by using the hashtag of the person's nominee of choice.
Ticket prices start at Dhs 69 and are available on the Etihad Arena website.