Backstage at Rock en Seine 2026 with up-and-coming British singer Sekou
Summary
The Rock en Seine 2026 music festival near Paris attracted over 180,000 fans to see 80 live performances by artists such as Tyler, The Creator, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, and The Cure. The festival featured up-and-coming British singer Sekou, known for his smooth baritone voice and notable supporters. This year’s event also enforced a smoking ban to protect public health and prevent wildfires.Key Facts
- Rock en Seine 2026 took place just outside Paris with attendance exceeding 180,000 people.
- There were about 80 live music shows at the festival.
- Headliners included American hip-hop artist Tyler, The Creator, Australian rock band Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, and British band The Cure.
- Sekou is a 21-year-old British singer with a voice compared to classic Motown musicians.
- Sekou has fans like Quincy Jones, John Legend, Bruno Mars, and Justin Bieber.
- The festival banned smoking starting in 2025 due to health concerns and continued in 2026 to reduce wildfire risk.
- The event was covered by FRANCE 24 in their Arts24 music show.
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