Superstar Ragheb Alama handed the 'Virgin Megastore Platinum Award'

Superstar Ragheb Alama handed the 'Virgin Megastore Platinum Award'

DUBAI, May 3/PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, Virgin Megastore, Middle East, presented the Virgin
Megastore Platinum Award to the Arabic Superstar Ragheb Alama in recognition
of the success of his latest Best-Selling album "Ba'sha'ak". Moreover, to
acknowledge and highlight Ragheb's prosperous 25-year musical career.

Nisreen Shocair, President of Virgin Megastore - Middle East handed
Ragheb Alama his award among fans, press members, social and media figures.

"Ba'sha'ak" includes 12 tracks out of which 3 have already been shot as
music videos.

'Ana Weyak' was the 1st title to be shot as a music video, followed by
'Sirr Hobbi' that marks Ragheb's return to the Gulf rhythm and Khaleeji genre
with a Yemeni folkloric style song. This title has been the subject of the
media since its release, and even more after the controversy with the release
of the music video later last year. 'Yigheeb' is a track that has been
remixed and is the 3rd release to be shot as a music video.

"Arab artists have always enjoyed the utmost admiration and support of
Virgin Megastore. Ragheb Alama is iconic in the world of music. We take pride
in delivering and highlighting Ragheb's admirable work to a huge number of
music lovers around the region" said Nisreen Shocair, President, Virgin
Megastore.

Ragheb Alama had launched "Ba'sha'ak" at Virgin Megastore - Mall of the
Emirates- last year on May 14th 2008. Towards the end of the launch event,
the 1st copy was publicly bought for 30,000 AED and was named "The Golden
Copy". The 2nd copy was also bought during the event by Virgin Megastore -
Middle East, for 10,000 AED. The entire amount was then donated to Dubai
Cares.

"Ba'sha'ak" is Ragheb Alama's 15th album crowning 25 years of
success in the entertainment business. "Ba'sha'ak" limited edition, which is
exclusively available through Virgin Megastore, includes a DVD with never
before seen, behind the scenes footage and memorable moments with Ragheb
throughout his career. The album is a very personal offering from Ragheb as
he shares his life experiences with his fans.

"The world of music has changed significantly since I first started, and
I feel really privileged to be handed this award by Nisreen Shocair and to be
recognized by Virgin Megastore. Virgin Megastore has always been my ultimate
and ideal platform to gain direct access to music fans in the region. It is a
great honor to be the first artist to receive the Virgin Megastore Platinum
Award" said Ragheb Alama.

Ragheb Alama arrived to Dubai after performing in Tunisia in front of an
enormously large crowd. He is scheduled to leave to Cairo, shortly after the
Virgin Megastore award-ceremony to meet some top composers and songwriters.

As for his Arab tour, it has been said that Ragheb is indeed preparing
for a series of "never seen before" performances with new and interesting
alliances that begins in Amman, soon.

About Virgin Megastore:

Virgin Megastore is a global leader in retail entertainment with stores
in 50 countries throughout the globe, including the Middle East. A one-stop
shop for all your entertainment needs, Virgin Megastore offers a wide range
of products, including CDs, books, games, movies and the latest in
technology. Virgin Megastore offers an innovative entertainment destination
for the young and young at heart with its unique shopping experience.
Catering to local cultures through events, activities and support of local
artists in each market it enters, Virgin Megastore is truly a global brand
with local flavor.

Contact: Zeina Haddad, zeina.haddad@virginmena.com, +971-4-4393121

Source: Virgin Megastore

Contact: Zeina Haddad, zeina.haddad@virginmena.com, +971-4-4393121

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