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About the festival
A celebration of French-language music that has filled La Rochelle's seafront every July since 1985. Around a hundred concerts mix chanson legends with the new francophone scene.
The 2026 edition
53artists
3stages
150,000attendees
Who played in 2026
53 artists
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MPL
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Rose
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Youssou NdourMbalaxYoussou N'Dour is a Senegalese singer, songwriter, and politician widely regarded as one of Africa's most influential vocalists. He pioneered the mbalax genre, blending traditional Wolof percussion with Cuban, jazz, soul, and pop influences. He gained international acclaim through collaborations with Peter Gabriel and the hit "7 Seconds" with Neneh Cherry.
Getting there
Where it happens
LocationLa Rochelle, France
