BEIRUT, 16 June 2005 — Lebanese singer Assi Hilani will begin a series of performances around the Arab world and Europe next month. The singer’s tour features concerts in Morocco, Lebanon, Qatar, Rome, London, and Paris.
Assi said that he is “ecstatic” about meeting his international fans, and their love makes him strive to give his best.
Commenting on preparations for his upcoming album, Assi intends on keeping the matter secret while his current album “Izgheereh El Dinia” (It is a Small World) is still new and witnessing tremendous success.
Assi has denied circulating rumors that a major dispute broke out between him and Saeed Al Marouq, the director of his music videos, and affirmed that he is not seeking a new director.
His cooperation with director Jamil Al Maghazi for his last two music videos, “Izgheereh El Dini” (It’s a Small World) and ”Habibi Ya Nasini” does not imply that he is on bad terms with Saeed, Assi explained.
Assi said that he plans on working with Saeed for his next music video for the song “Sineen” (Years).
The singer’s contract with Rotana ended with the release of his latest album, and he anticipates re-signing with them. The video for “Habibi Ya Nasini” aired exclusively on Rotana’s satellite music channel.