Three Radio Competition winners to get a chance to meet the star

Dubai: 30 January, 2008: In its continuous effort to bring in the best of quality music and entertainment, du the UAE's new telecom operator presents Amr Diab, live in concert. The legendary Arabic singing sensation will perform on 1 February at Zabeel Park (Megabowl area), in Dubai.

To mark this memorable occasion, du has tied up with four radio stations Al Rabia, Al Arabia, Emaraat FM and UAQ 97.8 to run a competition in which all the winners will be getting two free tickets each to the show. In addition three lucky winners will get to meet Amr Diab in person.

Hala Badri, Vice President, Corporate Communications, du said: "Music knows no boundaries and creates bridges amongst people. As a customer focused company with a diversified target base, we have endeavoured to bring the best in western, Indian and now Arabic music to the UAE. Amr Diab is a well-recognised star in the contemporary Arabic music scene with a global fan following and is sure to get a warm reception among the music aficionados in the UAE."

Born in 1961, Amr Diab is the only Arabic singer who has won the World Music Awards in Monte Carlo for three times in a row. He is best known for his studio albums and songs such as 'Nour El Ein'. 'Lily Nahari', 'Wala Ala Balo' as well as his many Franco Arabic collborations. In 1983, Amr Diab released his first studio album 'Ya Tareeq'. It wasn't until 1988, when Amr releases 'Mayaal' that he achieved stardom around the world. The song 'Mayaal' garnered huge success all around the Middle East, and to this day it's known as one of Amr's best, and most successful songs ever. Diab's 1996 album, 'Nour El Ein' took him a further step forward, with the song 'Habiby' becoming a phenomenal hit worldwide.

Doors at Zabeel Park will open at 6:00 p.m. to the public. The concert will start at 9:00 p.m.

du has presented well-known stage concerts of artistes such as Justin Timberlake, Elton John and recently the 'Salaam India' concert with well-known Indian playback and classical singers singers Asha Bhonsle, Dr. K.J Yesudas and S.P Balasubramaniam.

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du, the new telecommunications company in the UAE, launched mobile telecommunication services on 11 February 2007 across the UAE in addition to internet and pay TV services in some of the free zones of Dubai. Call Select, the first of du's nationwide Fixed line services for voice telephony, was launched in July 2007.

Among du's many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments, first of its kind 'WoW' recharge card (which offers customers the choice between more credit and more time) and Self Care. du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations.

du's retail network, currently numbering 16 du shops located in strategic locations across all emirates, was launched on 25 February 2007, supporting the delivery of du services to customers. 

du is 40 percent owned by the UAE Federal Government, 20 percent by Mubadala Development Company, 20 percent by TECOM Investments and 20 percent by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du.

du was recognised as the 'Best Brand' for its innovative branding and outstanding success at the Telecom World Awards Middle East 2007.

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For further information, please call:
Bina Mathews
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du
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