{"id":35002,"date":"2025-06-04T07:31:24","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T07:31:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/?p=35002"},"modified":"2025-06-04T08:19:56","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T08:19:56","slug":"franz-ferdinand-announce-first-ever-dubai-concert-this-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/franz-ferdinand-announce-first-ever-dubai-concert-this-december\/","title":{"rendered":"Franz Ferdinand Announce First-Ever Dubai Concert This December"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Scottish rock band <strong>Franz Ferdinand<\/strong> are set <strong>to perform in Dubai for the very first time<\/strong>, taking the stage at Coca-Cola Arena <strong>on Saturday, December 13, 2025<\/strong>. Known for sharp riffs and high-energy performances, the band will bring a set list packed with fan favorites and tracks from their sixth studio album, &#8220;The Human Fear.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>After a run of summer shows across Europe, Dubai will be a standout moment in their tour calendar. Fans can <strong>look forward to a mix of new material and well-loved tracks<\/strong> like &#8220;Take Me Out,&#8221; &#8220;Jacqueline,&#8221; and &#8220;Do You Want To&#8221;. Songs that helped define the early 2000&#8217;s alternative rock scene.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GhCXAiNz9Jo?si=ahDrNAlqZ2YY3a9p\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Who Are Franz Ferdinand<\/h3>\n<p>With over two decades of music to their name, <strong>Franz Ferdinand\u2019s live shows are designed to get crowds moving<\/strong>. Much of &#8220;The Human Fear&#8221; was recorded live, adding a raw and direct energy that\u2019s perfect for the stage. The album reflects the band\u2019s ongoing evolution while still staying true to the sound that earned them a global following.<\/p>\n<p>At the heart of the current line-up are founding members Alex Kapranos and Bob Hardy. From underground gigs in Glasgow to headlining arenas around the world, their chemistry remains a driving force behind the band\u2019s performances. Whether you\u2019ve been a fan since their debut or just discovering their music, this December concert in Dubai promises a memorable night of rock, rhythm and big hooks.<\/p>\n<h3>How To Get Tickets<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Tickets are available on Platinumlist!<\/strong> Don\u2019t wait-book your tickets now and be part of the experience!<\/p>\n<div class=\"py-0\" data-slot=\"card\"><div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 px-0 rounded-xl overflow-hidden\" data-slot=\"card-content\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/dubai.platinumlist.net\/aed\/event\/35079\/cafe-disco\" class=\"\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.platinumlist.net\/upload\/event\/cafe_disco_1970_jan_01_provocateur_dubai_35079-full.jpg\" width=\"960\" height=\"361\" alt=\"Caf\u00e9 Disco\" class=\"size-full! object-cover m-0! rounded-none!\"\/> <\/a><div class=\"flex flex-col gap-4 p-4 md:px-6\"><div class=\"flex flex-col gap-2\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/dubai.platinumlist.net\/aed\/event\/35079\/cafe-disco\" class=\"text-title-base font-bold hover:text-link-base line-clamp-2\"> Caf\u00e9 Disco <\/a> <span class=\"text-sm text-content-secondary\"> Thu 21 Apr 2016 <\/span><\/div><div class=\"flex flex-row justify-between gap-4 mt-auto\"> <span class=\"font-bold\"> Event ended <\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/dubai.platinumlist.net\/aed\/event\/35079\/cafe-disco\" class=\"text-link-base hover:text-link-hover\"> View event <\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Scottish rock band Franz Ferdinand are set to perform in Dubai for the very first time, taking the stage at Coca-Cola Arena on Saturday, December 13, 2025. 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