Keywords: MUSIC


Rosalía faces backlash in Argentina after World Cup social media post

Spanish singer Rosalía has become the focus of online criticism in Argentina after sharing a social media video celebrating Spain's victory over the Argentine national team in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The controversy has emerged just days before the artist is due to begin a series of......

Delta Festival in Marseille to proceed despite artist withdrawals over sexual misconduct allegations

The Delta Festival in Marseille, France, will go ahead as scheduled despite a growing number of artist withdrawals following allegations of sexual misconduct involving one of the event's co-founders. The festival, expected to welcome around 150,000 attendees, is set to open on Thursday, July 23,......

Jazz saxophonist Plas Johnson, iconic voice behind The Pink Panther Theme, dies at 94

American jazz saxophonist Plas Johnson, best known for performing the memorable saxophone solo on “The Pink Panther Theme” composed by Henry Mancini, has died at the age of 94, according to reports from U.S. media. Johnson passed away on 15 July, leaving behind a career that helped shape......

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......