Reloaded Review

Ahmed H. from the Diabology forum worte a really good review for Amr Diab's Leily Nahary. It's one of the few good reviews I read in the past few weeks. Enjoy it.

Zahrat Al-Khaleej Report

In the last issue of Zahrat Al-Khaleej magazine, the entertainment editor Rabea' Henaidy wrote what the magazine labeled as a "report." It was almost rubbish, and here is the important stuff.

The report says, referring to Egyptian newspapers, that Amr Diab had some work done. It says Amr went to the same hospital that international stars such Silvestre Stallone and others had their plastic surgeries. However, Amr's manager denied that, adding that Amr just had some massage and exercise.

The report is also saying that the video had not been well received by the fans, which is partly true. But the report is questioning the real cost of the video, as the magazine's sources are talking about $90,000, while other sources "close to Amr", according to the magazine, said the video cost was around $230,000.

Special Report

The Egypt-based Charisma Magazine brought us a special report about Leily Nahary, plus some interviews with lyricists and composers who worked with Amr on this album.
[The thing is in Arabic and the pics will take some time to download]

(via Amir from ADW)

Syria Concert

Elias from ADW wrote in the forum that he is quite sure about a concert for Amr Diab at Damascus Sheraton, Syria, on 15/9/2004. He also said that he will provide us with almost everything about the concert (news, photos, songs... etc.).

It seems that this concert will not be aired on TV, so we are counting on you Elias. Have a great concert!

Reconciliation between Amr Diab and Muhsin Jaber

There's something about this piece of news. Is it true that Amr's demands will never stop?
What do you think?

He was Right There

I read different reviews about the Carthage concert written by fans in the forums, but what I was really looking for is a review from someone who actually attended the concert. Finally, I found this one.

El-Kawakeb Interview

The ever-reliable news grabber Hameed Lover brought us the first interview [Arabic] with Amr after releasing Leily Nahary. The short interview was for El-Kawakeb Magazine.

SMS to Fans in Egypt

Dear fans in Egypt,
You have got a serious challenge to give us a better concert than the one in Carthage, Tunisia. The Tunisian audience was marvelous!
Amr is coming to Marina on August 20, SO GET READY!

Carthage Concert: Incomplete Report

The Egyptian legend Amr Diab performed a legendary concert on the historical stage of Carthage, Tunisia, last night. The concert started at 2145 GMT, and thousands of fans attended long before the party got started!

Amr, who looked great in his black hair, while he was wearing a creamy blouse with cool blue jeans, decided to begin the concert all by himself. Playing the piano and singing "Ousad Einy" was a surprise to me.

After that, the songs flooded one after another. Here is the list:

Ousad Einy/Amarin, which he dedicated it to his children/We Heya Amla Eih/El-A'alim Allah/Wala Ala Balu/Kan Tayeb/A'amil Eih/Tamally Ma'ak/Ana Ayesh/Medly:Rageen, Edu El-Bab, Matkhafeesh (he played on drums), Shawwana (he played keyboard)/Khallina Neshofak (ended with Mayyal!) --Break-- Ba'ed El-Layali/Khaleek Fakerni/Rehit El-Habaib/Leily Nahary (piano)/Wahashteeni/Leily Nahary.

Here and there:

- There was a short interview with Amr in the Airport, where he signed autographs for fans and took pictures with them. He was wearing a white t-shirt with blue jeans, and carrying -as usual- his Lui Vuyton bag.

- Amr seemed to have a very good mood all the time on stage. He was happy to sing for a big audience, and the people were happy to see him singing their favourites.

- During the concert, Amr praised Rotana for what he called their "good work." Excuse me Mr. Diab; they are not good enough for you ;)

- Just before the concert ended, a Tunisian little girl held the mic and said to Amr "Welcome to Tunis." The concert lasted over tow hours.

- The fans filled the SMS ticker most of concert time. One example is Osama from ADW. Other fans also existed but never mentioned their names. You know who you are, guys!

- There was some interruptions from Wael Kefouri fans who were talking about some party next week. What kind of party is that? Birthday party? Bachelor party? What the hell are they talkin' about? The King is here, so try to enjoy him, people! ;)

Amr Diab Everywhere

Amr Diab? Latins? South America?! Read this. You can read it in Spanish also.

Don't forget about the concert tonight in Carthage, Tunisia. Live on Rotana TV at 2100 GMT.

Thank God!

An error occurred this morning and caused erasing of tow posts. Thank God I'm keeping an archive on my PC. So, the articles are back on place now. Sorry.

Carthage Concert: Official Date and Time

Ahmed Nagrow, manager of production at Rotana, told Rotana TV that Amr's concert in Carthage, Tunisia will be on Friday 6/8/2004.

The concert will be aired live on Rotana TV at 2100 GMT. I can't wait to watch the first concert after Leily Nahary album. Don't miss it!

Not Again

Mazzika channel announced that they will repeat Ruby's interview again because of their viewers' request. I cannot believe it; miracles do exist!

Things are Clear Now

Mr. Walid Diab from ADW has written some important points about the last album and other issues. I will try to summarize/translate some parts of his thread [Arabic] here.

Some fans who said some bad stuff about the album were very unfair to their favourite artist. The poster was not that bad and all the ten tracks were good if not excellent. Mr. Walid agreed with me that the arrangement was good, but it could be better if Amr has worked with Tareq Madkour or Fahd.

About the video, may be it's not the best of Amr but it's really, really good. At least it was much better that the garbage we are watching on Melody and co. everyday.

Regarding Alam El-Phan and Amr's former producer Mohsen Gaber, it was really pathetic to watch them trying to affect the new album sales by releasing some songs through mobile services companies. It seems that Mr. Gaber convinced that he can do nothing, so he decided to play some little games. USELESS!!

Alam El-Phan rivals Rotana had a big shock when they knew the numbers of sales of the new album on its first day. Their record was for Kazem Al-Saher who sold 75000 copies and now Amr is selling 450000 copies and the market is still asking for more!

Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, the owner of Rotana, was so happy to hear that and decided to meet Amr personally in Beirut to congratulate him. During that meeting, Prince Al-Waleed gave Amr a special gift. He asked him to shoot another video-clip as a bonus [not included in the contract between Amr and Rotana]

Some people said this album was a huge success, while others said Amr should have done better and considered this album as a failure. The next concert for Amr in Marina, Egypt on August, 20 will make the things clear.

Movie Contract

According to Al-Bawabah website, Amr Diab has signed a contract with producer Mohammed Al-Adel for a new movie. This will be the second for Amr after Ice Ceram Fi Gleem.