Saudi Arabia Enlists Hans Zimmer to Remix National Anthem
The General Entertainment Authority chair, Turki Alalshikh, announced that renowned composer Hans Zimmer will rework the Saudi national anthem, “Aash Al-Malik,” incorporating new instrumentation. This collaboration is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader image enhancement strategy, which also includes other projects discussed with Zimmer such as a Saudi-inspired musical and film scores. The current anthem, composed in 1947, will be modernized as the kingdom continues its ambitious economic and social diversification efforts.
John Q. Hosedrinker