Sondra Radvanovsky returns to Madrid for Manon Lescaut and plans to leave staged opera while her voice remains at its peak. She will continue singing in concerts and recitals, including concert performances of opera.
Kent Nagano opened the OCNE season with Mahler's "Resurrection" Symphony. His restrained reading found intensity without theatrical excess, though weak soprano projection briefly unsettled the finale.
Shakira opened her Madrid concert run with an unusual escort. Nearly 50 artists from Benidorm Fest walked with her to the stage before an audience of around 50000 people, launching a 12-concert residency in the capital.
Barcelona will celebrate La Mercè from 23 to 27 September. The piromusical moves to Bogatell, while free concerts and museum access extend across all ten districts.
Ignatius Farray headlines MUAK Navarra 2026 tonight in Pamplona. His show promises a provocative style, and only a few seats remain. The event highlights his two decades shaping Spanish stand-up.
Shakira will spend a month in Madrid for her tour. The city will host twelve concerts and the Spanish launch of her haircare brand. Music and fashion meet in a major commercial event.
Shakira returns to the stage in Madrid for twelve concerts, drawing unprecedented crowds and setting new sales records for a Latin artist. The residency is a high point in her career and a major event for Spain's live music scene.
Ed Sheeran's US tour is facing backlash after Macklemore was removed from the bill, a move tied to Robert Kraft and his venues. The decision has sparked debate about artistic freedom and the influence of business interests in music.
Julio José Iglesias Jr is back in Spain this October, launching the Julio Iglesias Experience tour, a personal homage to his father and a celebration of the music that shaped their family.
Barcelona’s La Mercè 2026 brings 109 free concerts across all districts. A new search tool lets residents filter by date and venue, with genre options too. The city expects a diverse lineup and international guests.
Madrid will run free electric shuttle buses and boost public transport for Shakira’s concerts in Villaverde. The city is also introducing traffic restrictions and special access rules to manage the expected crowds.
Shakira will perform twelve concerts in Madrid at a thirty-hectare venue, aiming to draw 600,000 people. The event will pair a Barranquilla-style carnival and family activities with food and fashion, alongside art. Organizers hope to set a new standard for live music in Spain.
Macklemore will donate one million dollars from his Ed Sheeran tour earnings to six organizations supporting Palestinians. His departure from the tour followed a dispute with stadium owner Robert Kraft. Other opening acts also left.
Robert Kraft has announced a $2 million donation for Gaza after Macklemore challenged him to match his own pledge. Macklemore says Kraft barred him from Ed Sheeran’s tour over his pro-Palestinian remarks. Macklemore has also pledged €1 million, and several artists have left the tour.
Oasis will play two shows in Barcelona in July 2027, following the long-awaited reconciliation of Noel and Liam Gallagher. Fans must register online for a chance to buy tickets.
Arde Bogotá is skipping online sales for its new album tour. Fans will have to buy tickets in person at selected Spanish venues, with strict limits and a stage setup that places the audience around the band.
Oasis will play two exclusive shows in Barcelona in July 2026. Tickets are available only through advance registration and a lottery, with prices reaching 255 euros. The tightly controlled process limits access.
Arde Bogotá will sell tickets for its new album tour only at physical box offices in eight Spanish venues. Online sales are excluded, and the band is planning intimate shows with strict capacity limits and a distinctive stage setup.
Oasis will play two shows at Barcelona’s Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in July 2027. The world tour includes major cities in Europe and the US. Fans must register online for a chance to buy tickets.
Madrid will close basic roads and boost public transport for Shakira’s 12-night concert run in Villaverde. Residents should expect detours and delays as 57,000 fans arrive each night. Free shuttles and extra metro service are planned.
Nacha Pop will headline a free six-hour music event in Madrid’s Plaza Mayor during the San Isidro Festivities. The concert features other acts and tributes, making it a highlight of the city’s cultural week.
The Orquestra Simfònica del Vallès opens its fortieth season with a record 30 concerts. The program pairs Beethoven with new commissions as audience numbers rise, while new leadership prepares ambitious premieres.
Marc Giró launched the new season with a theatrical musical act dedicated to those lost along the way. The show featured dancers in classic attire and a surprise appearance by Norma Duval, bringing glamour and energy to the event.
Aitana closed her Barcelona tour with a direct message in Catalan, urging its use and reflecting on her own connection to the language. Her speech came as new data showed Catalan’s declining presence in the region.
Young musicians in Galicia are getting crowds to sing in Galician-even those from Spanish-speaking homes. Viral tracks and packed shows point to a real cultural shift, challenging official language policies and reaching far beyond the region.
Nearly 200 fans lined up at Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona for Aitana’s concert. Some camped for days to secure a prime spot. The singer’s return to the stage after a break has sparked intense dedication among her followers.
Aitana will fill Palau Sant Jordi for four consecutive nights in Barcelona. All tickets are sold out, confirming her dominance after a summer of chart-topping hits. The venue braces for 74,000 fans as the artist closes her Spanish tour.
Madrid opens a week of free cultural events, including the Festival Internacional de Piano Madrid a Tempo and Arganzuela’s traditional La Melonera festivities. Residents can also catch open-air cinema and contemporary art, alongside new dance performances.
The 35th Temporada Alta festival in Girona and Salt will feature 91 shows, including 16 international productions and 22 world premieres. Major names like Needcompany, Peeping Tom, and Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui are confirmed.
Dolly Parton rose from a modest background in Tennessee to become a global icon. Her career spans music and film, alongside philanthropy, shaped by basic moments and collaborations.
Madrid is preparing for Shakira's unprecedented 12-show run. The Iberdrola Music venue will become a space inspired by 'Cien años de Soledad', with Latin food and fashion, plus a replica of the singer's personal library.
Vigo's mayor, Abel Caballero, says the city could offer Bad Bunny a better stage than anywhere else. He also dismisses Felipe González's political influence and insists Pedro Sánchez's leadership is far from over.
Luz Casal took the stage at Cap Roig, combining songs from her latest album with classics. Her performance highlighted her interpretative strength and deep connection with the audience.
Madrid’s La Paloma festival brings four days of music and street traditions to La Latina, with family activities throughout. Highlights include concerts by Celtas Cortos and Miss Caffeina, alongside the procession and classic castizo competitions.
The Spanish government allocated over €72,000 for an eclipse event at Yebes Observatory. The gathering drew 300 guests and featured a VIP section with an open bar. Its cost and exclusive arrangements have sparked debate over public spending.
