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Shakira streams Madrid concert live for global fans
Shakira’s eighth Madrid residency concert will be streamed live and free tonight, opening her stage to a global audience. The event features a 29-song setlist and a special appearance by Dua Lipa, with no subscription required to watch.
Shakira’s Madrid concert presses on despite rain warnings
Rain is in the forecast, but Shakira’s eighth Madrid concert will not be called off. Organisers expect over 150,000 fans and have ponchos ready. Only a severe storm could force a change.
Guitarricadelafuente ends Madrid tour at a career high
Guitarricadelafuente ended his Spanish tour in Madrid on October 2, 2026, at the peak of his career. His success with music now runs alongside an acclaimed acting debut in 'La bola negra'.
Pablo López prepares for fatherhood as Laura Rubio expects their first child
Pablo López and Laura Rubio are expecting their first child after years of keeping their relationship out of the spotlight. The couple’s journey from talent show encounter to family life highlights a rare discretion in Spanish celebrity culture.
Maki and María Artés bring Andy into their most personal song
Ten years after their original love song, Maki and María Artés revive Quisiera parar el tiempo with Andy. The track lands as the couple celebrates two decades in music, blending old and new in one release.
Hombres G push back against censorship over new single
Hombres G sat down on El Hormiguero to talk about their new single and the uproar over its title. The group tackled the censorship debate head-on and spoke about changing attitudes toward language in Spain.
ORCAM entrusts Mahler's Third to Alondra de la Parra
ORCAM will open its 2026-2027 symphonic season with Mahler's Third on 6 October in Madrid. Alondra de la Parra will lead the orchestra, the Coro de la Comunidad de Madrid and the Pequeños Cantores de la ORCAM at the Auditorio Nacional.
Arde Bogotá puts its third album on stage at Hoy por Hoy
Arde Bogotá presents its third album live on Hoy por Hoy. The band previews new songs, discusses its Los Angeles sessions and looks ahead to the Hervideros tour, which begins on 29 October 2026.
Lucas Paulano takes Spain to Junior Eurovision 2026
RTVE has unveiled Spain's entry for Junior Eurovision 2026. Ten-year-old Lucas Paulano will perform a ballad about love, memory and the people who stay with us.
Barcelona draws 121000 people to its new beach Piromusical
Works at the Fira de Barcelona complex moved La Mercè's closing show from Maria Cristina to Nova Icària. Around 121000 people watched the music and fireworks from the beach and higher points across Barcelona.
Barcelona puts Oques Grasses at the heart of its new Piromusical
Barcelona closed La Mercè from the beach for the first time. Dulceida led TV3's broadcast while Oques Grasses shaped a Catalan-led soundtrack for the 30-minute coastal finale.
Eduardo Rodríguez Rodway was Triana's last surviving founder
Eduardo Rodríguez Rodway died at 81 on 26 September 2026. His death ends Triana's original story and leaves behind a sound that joined Andalusian roots with modern rock.
Alejandro Sanz surprises Shakira fans in Madrid with live La Tortura duet
Alejandro Sanz took the stage with Shakira in Madrid, reviving their hit La Tortura for a roaring crowd. Michelle Salas and other celebrities turned the concert into a night to remember.
Eduardo Rodríguez 'Rodway' dies at 81 in Cádiz
Eduardo Rodríguez 'Rodway', Triana's founding guitarist, died at 81 in Cádiz. He was the last surviving member of the original lineup, and his death closes a long fight over the band's name.
Eduardo Rodríguez 'Rodway' dies at 81
Eduardo Rodríguez 'Rodway' died on 26 September 2026 at Hospital Universitario de Puerto Real in Cádiz. He was the last surviving member of Triana's original line-up and helped shape Spanish rock with flamenco and Andalusian influences.
Iván Fernández dies at 45 after battle with ELA
Iván Fernández, once the driving force behind Vuelo 505, has died at 45 after confronting esclerosis lateral amiotrófica. His fight extended beyond music as he co-founded VencELA Rioja, challenging the region’s silence around the disease.
Guitarricadelafuente steps into the spotlight with La bola negra
Guitarricadelafuente, known for his distinctive sound, now leads the cast of La bola negra. The film, directed by Los Javis, marks his unexpected transition from music to acting and places him at the center of one of Spain’s most anticipated cinematic releases.
Helena Guardans to lead Barcelona's Liceu
Helena Guardans will lead the Liceu for five years. Her appointment follows a record sponsorship season and comes ahead of the Liceu Mar project.
Verborrea turns punk rebellion into Madrid theatre
Pablo Remón brings Verborrea to Madrid with Javier Cámara, Israel Elejalde, Marta Nieto and Emilio Tomé. The play links a fictional punk band from the late 1980s to a family shaped by Francoism.
Motors, food, and Italian flair take over Seville’s Casino de la Exposición
From October 2 to 4, Seville’s Casino de la Exposición will turn into a slice of Italy. The X Feria de Italia brings food, music, art, fashion, and classic cars for a packed tenth anniversary program.
Aitana brings Spain to Vogue World 2026 in Milan
Aitana joined Vogue World 2026 in Milan in a white Fendi look. The event brought fashion stars and performers together around Italian craftsmanship, technology and a livestream watched around the world.
Malú steps back into the spotlight with 'QUINCE' and a new outlook
Malú celebrates 28 years in Spanish music with her new album 'QUINCE' and a tour across Spain. At 44, she faces a new phase shaped by motherhood and a low-profile romance with Ángel Fernández, known as 'El Turco'.
RTVE asks to keep Spain out of Eurovision
RTVE president José Pablo López will ask the board to keep Spain out of Eurovision for a second year. He says reforms by the European Broadcasting Union have not secured the neutrality Spain demanded over Israel's participation.
Barcelona puts music heritage at the heart of La Mercè
Free concerts will bring symphonic and band music to Nou Barris. The Museu de la Música will add workshops, exhibitions and heritage events, while a new arrangement of Els segadors receives its first performance.
Sondra Radvanovsky plans her exit while her voice is still at its peak
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, recitals and concert performances of opera.
Kent Nagano Opens the OCNE Season With a Measured Mahler Resurrection
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.
Ceuta residents confront planned arrival of Negu Gorriak
Residents gathered at Ceuta's port before Negu Gorriak was due to arrive on 20 September 2026. The group said it would deliver aid to migrants and challenge migration controls. The confrontation later escalated into clashes.
Lucas González unveils his new nose and breaks his silence
Lucas González has shown the result of his nose reconstruction in Turkey. His appearance also brought his dispute with Andy Morales back into the spotlight.
Shakira breaks records with Madrid concert run
Shakira returns to the stage in Madrid with twelve concerts, drawing unprecedented crowds and setting new sales records for a Latin artist. The residency marks a high point in her career and a major event for Spain's live music scene.
Miguel Poveda Brings Lorca's Voice to Life on El perro andaluz
Miguel Poveda steps into the world of Federico García Lorca on El perro andaluz, joined by Manu Sánchez and María Galiana. The episode promises a blend of music, literature, and sharp political analysis, with Lorca’s poetry at its heart.
Barcelona launches free concert search tool for La Mercè 2026
Barcelona’s La Mercè 2026 brings 109 free concerts across all districts. A new search tool lets residents filter by date, venue, and genre. The city expects a diverse lineup and international guests.
Shakira to play twelve-night concert series in Madrid for 600,000 fans
Shakira will perform twelve concerts in Madrid at a thirty-hectare venue, aiming to draw 600,000 people. The event will include food, art, fashion, family activities, and a Barranquilla-style carnival. Organizers hope to set a new standard for live music in Spain.
Beck revisits nineties masculinity and vulnerability on Ride Lonesome
After seven years, Beck returns with Ride Lonesome, recorded in Paris. The album brings back his melancholic sound and looks at how the nineties music scene treated vulnerability. Beck reflects on his career and shifting attitudes.
Arde Bogotá Brings Back In-Person Ticket Sales for New Tour
Arde Bogotá is skipping online sales for their new album tour. Fans will need to buy tickets in person at select Spanish venues, with strict limits and a stage setup that puts the audience right around the band.
Nacha Pop to play free concert in Madrid's Plaza Mayor during San Isidro week
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.
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