Keywords: MUSIC


Barbara Butch’s Grenoble performance halted after pro-Palestinian protest

A scheduled performance by French DJ and artistic director Barbara Butch at the Cabaret Frappé festival in Grenoble was cut short after demonstrators interrupted the event, highlighting the growing impact of geopolitical tensions on cultural programming in France. The concert reportedly lasted......

Maroc Telecom launches the 22nd edition of its Beach Festival with 60 free concerts

Maroc Telecom kicks off the 22nd edition of its Beach Festival, a summer event that will take place from July 20 to August 21, 2026. Organized in the cities of M'diq, Tangier, Al Hoceima, and Saïdia, the event will feature nearly 60 free concerts bringing together Moroccan and Arab artists on stages......

Moroccan rapper Mehdi Black Wind placed in police custody as investigation continues

Moroccan rapper and activist Mehdi El Youbi, widely known by his stage name Mehdi Black Wind, has been placed in police custody as authorities continue an ongoing investigation. Officials have not publicly disclosed the reasons behind the measure, and no formal charges have been announced at the time......

Vieilles Charrues 2026 expects 280,000 music fans as Katy Perry, Aya Nakamura and Orelsan headline

France's largest music festival is preparing to welcome around 280,000 attendees as the 2026 edition of the Vieilles Charrues festival opens in Carhaix, Brittany, with an international and French lineup led by Katy Perry, Aya Nakamura, Gims and Orelsan. The four-day event, now in its 34th edition,......

World Cup 2026 final to feature extended halftime show with global music stars

The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is expected to feature an extended halftime show, making the break between the first and second halves significantly longer than the traditional 15 minutes. According to reports, FIFA has planned a large-scale musical performance featuring internationally recognized artists......

Morocco rapper Mehdi Black Wind placed in custody in Casablanca

Moroccan rapper Mehdi Black Wind, known for his politically engaged lyrics and outspoken views, has been placed in police custody in Casablanca after being stopped while preparing to leave Morocco, according to information provided by his relatives and associates. The artist, whose real name is Mehdi......

Music industry introduces AI labels to bring transparency to streaming platforms

The global music industry is moving to establish clearer rules around artificial intelligence-generated content, with major professional organisations proposing a new labelling system designed to inform audiences about how much AI contributes to musical creations. The initiative aims to improve transparency,......

Jay-Z concert delayed in New York after ticketless fans disrupt Yankee Stadium event

A highly anticipated Jay-Z performance at Yankee Stadium in New York was delayed for several hours on Sunday night after hundreds of fans without tickets attempted to enter the venue, creating a major security challenge for organisers. The hip-hop star eventually appeared on stage at around 12:15 a.m.,......

Pitbull sets Guinness World Record with 22,141 fans wearing bald caps at London concert

Pitbull has added a unique achievement to his career, earning a Guinness World Record after more than 22,000 fans recreated his trademark bald look during a headline performance in London. The event transformed a viral fan tradition into an officially recognized global record, highlighting the strong......