DJ Alesso joins the Esports World Cup opening ceremony concert line-up
The Swedish DJ joins Post Malone and cellist Tina Guo on the bill…
Riyadh is preparing to host the Esports World Cup, the world’s largest gaming tournament, for the second consecutive time. With an increased number of games and higher prize money, the event is set to further solidify Saudi Arabia’s growing position as a significant player in international esports.
Spanning seven weeks this summer, the event will feature elite-level competitive gaming alongside a festival-style experience for fans, which includes an opening ceremony concert.
And it was announced last night (Saturday, June 21) that Swedish DJ Alesso and cellist Tina Guo join Post Malone on the bill for the Esports World Cup opening ceremony concert on Thursday July 10.
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In time for the Esports World Cup 2025, the GRAMMY-nominated producer has unveiled his official remix of “Ascension”, a powerful lead track originally composed for this prestigious event. Featuring the talents of GRAMMY-nominated cellist Tina Guo, the track seamlessly combines orchestral elements with progressive house beats, designed to capture the thrill of high-stakes esports competition.
Alesso is no stranger to Saudi Arabia, having performed at the Diriyah E-Prix 2024 and MDLBeast SoundStorm. With chart-topping hits, Alesso has solidified his status as a leading figure in the electronic dance music scene.
Meanwhile, even if you don’t know Tina Guo’s name, you’re likely to have heard her music if you’ve gone anywhere near a blockbuster movie or video game in the past decade.
The CV of the Chinese-born American cellist includes soundtracks and scores for films such as “Dune” and “Top Gun: Maverick”, alongside games like “Call of Duty” and “Diablo”, as well as performances with renowned artists including Adele, Stevie Wonder, the Foo Fighters, and Justin Bieber.
Guo, whose other passion is gaming, has also worked closely with Hans Zimmer on numerous soundtracks.
@alesso The closest I’ll ever get to being a professional gamer is this remix. Alesso x @Tina Guo x @Esports World Cup Listen to “Ascension” on the #RoadtoEWC ♬ Ascension (Alesso Remix) – Alesso & Tina Guo & EWC
The release of Alesso’s remix of “Ascension” with Tina Guo marks a significant milestone at the intersection of music and esports. As the Esports World Cup 2025 approaches, anticipation continues to build, and the collaboration between these two dynamic worlds is poised to captivate audiences across the globe.
Tickets are already on sale via the WeBook platform, with only the general admission (SAR150) and the premium platform bundle with The Esports Embassy (SAR1,500) left. So, grab your tickets quick.