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Dave Grohl Memoir ‘The Storyteller’ Coming out October 5

Dave Grohl. (AP)
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Dave Grohl Memoir ‘The Storyteller’ Coming out October 5

Dave Grohl. (AP)
Dave Grohl. (AP)

Some unexpected free time in 2020 led Grammy winner Dave Grohl to put some thoughts and memories into words.

Grohl’s memoir “The Storyteller” will come out Oct. 5, Dey Street Books announced Tuesday.

The 52-year-old Grohl will reflect on everything from his childhood to his years with Nirvana and Foo Fighters to times spent with Paul McCartney, David Bowie and many others.

Grohl’s book grew out of an essay he published in The Atlantic and out of anecdotes he shared on his Instagram account.

“I soon found that the reward I felt every time I posted a story was the same as the feeling I get when playing a song to an audience, so I kept on writing,” Grohl said in a statement.

“The response from readers was a soul-filling as any applause in an arena. So, I took stock of all the experiences I’ve had in my life-incredible, difficult, funny and emotional-and decided it was time to finally put them into words.”

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Ninth King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Starts in Al-Sayahid

The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA
The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA
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Ninth King Abdulaziz Camel Festival Starts in Al-Sayahid

The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA
The festival management has launched creative competitions that shed light on camel heritage through photography and filmmaking in a contemporary manner that appeals to younger generations. - File Photo/SPA

The ninth edition of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival kicked off Sunday in Al-Sayahid, the southern part of Al-Dahna Desert, under the theme "Pride of Its People", continuing its mission to preserve and promote the camel as a cornerstone of Saudi cultural identity.
Camel Club Chairman of the Board of Directors Fahd bin Falah bin Hathleen said that the one-month festival reflects the great attention the wise leadership gives the national heritage. He added that the ninth edition is set to be the largest and most diverse in the festival's history, featuring more activities and a higher number of participants, which testifies to its status as a global platform celebrating heritage, and underscores its importance, locally and internationally.
Bin Hathleen said that a variety of cultural and heritage activities blending authenticity with innovation will take place at the festival, including camel beauty competitions that attract owners and visitors from around the world, SPA reported.
He also highlighted unique cultural attractions at the festival, such as the Aqilat Museum, which gives insights into the history of the Arabian Peninsula, and traditional crafts exhibitions celebrating the creativity of Saudi artisans.
Visitors can engage in interactive experiences like camel riding, milking, and feeding, which enable them to immerse themselves in Saudi Arabia's rich heritage.
According to bin Hathleen, poetry plays a central role at the festival; a poetic duel, a prominent traditional art form, is expected to draw word and creativity enthusiasts in a lively and engaging atmosphere.
The King Abdulaziz Camel Festival boosts national identity and establishes the Kingdom as a global destination for cultural heritage. It is an international event that embodies authenticity, creativity, and progress.