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Javier Milei combines book launch and concert amid challenging midterm election landscape in Argentina

Argentine President Javier Milei hosted a politically charged event at Buenos Aires’ Movistar Arena on October 6, 2025, merging a musical performance with the launch of his new book, La Construcción del…

5 days ago

Stebin Ben to hold first grand concert at NMACC in Mumbai on October 11

“From Bhopal to Bombay’s Biggest Stage: Stebin Ben’s First-Ever Grand Concert at NMACC” Indian singer Stebin Ben will make his much-anticipated debut with a grand concert at The Grand Theatre, Nita Mukesh…

5 days ago

Asia

Chamamé: Argentina’s cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO celebrates its transnational essence

Argentina Celebrates National Chamamé Day Amid Cultural Renaissance On September 19, 2025, Argentina commemorates National Chamamé Day, honoring the legacy of Mario del Tránsito Cocomarola, a pivotal figure in the genre’s development…

3 weeks ago

World

Victor Jara: an enduring symbol of resistance in Latin America

Victor Jara: A Symbol of Resistance and Hope The legacy of Victor Jara, the influential Chilean singer-songwriter, remains a powerful emblem of resistance against oppression, firmly rooted in the political and cultural…

3 weeks ago

World

Floris & the Flames to perform at Belgian Pavilion during Osaka Expo 2025 alongside Musti

Pelt – Floris & the Flames will perform at the Belgian Pavilion in Osaka on September 14, 2025, joined by Eurovision artist Musti, showcasing their blend of classical, folk, and rock music,…

1 month ago

Brussels

Marktrock festival makes its long-awaited return to Leuven this weekend

Marktrock Festival Returns to Leuven After a Decade Friday evening, Leuven will see the return of a piece of Belgian music history with the revival of Marktrock. The legendary festival is returning…

2 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Paulusfeesten in Ostend attracts large crowds amid financial uncertainties

Ostend – The 52nd Paulusfeesten in Ostend, led by chairman Pascal Bale, attracted significant crowds with performances from Red Sebastian, Preuteleute, Dimaro, and Oostende Zingt. The festival offers free entry but faces…

2 months ago

Brussels

Soca dance: how Caribbean rhythms captivated European music charts

“Soca Dance” Takes Europe by Storm In the summer of 1990, “Soca Dance” by Charles D. Lewis exploded onto the European music scene, seamlessly merging Caribbean rhythms with pop elements that captivated…

2 months ago

World

Ziad Rahbani, influential Lebanese musician and political playwright, passes away at 69

Lebanese Composer Ziad Rahbani Passes Away at 69 Lebanese composer, playwright, and pianist Ziad Rahbani died on Saturday morning at the age of 69, as confirmed by a statement from the Beirut…

3 months ago

World

Antwerp’s Galaxy recording studio relaunches under local investors Centho

Galaxy Studios Reopens Under New Ownership After Bankruptcy Music studio Galaxy Studios, which declared bankruptcy at the end of 2023, has been acquired by a group of local investors. The studio, located…

3 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Art after hours: 20 Antwerp museums open late for annual museum night

On Saturday 2 August, the city of Antwerp will once again celebrate Museum Night, a highly anticipated annual event. From 7 p.m. until 1 a.m., 20 museums will open their doors late…

4 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Cultural Compass: Music to Accompany a Departure, free galleries and 800 years of Begijnhof

Every Sunday, Belga English picks its favourite events from the cultural agenda. This week: Grief comes to life through music, free entrance to two stunning galleries at the Art & History Museum…

4 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Cultural Compass: Victorious pianists, modern take on Carmen and experiential artwork

Every Sunday, Belga English picks its favourite events from the cultural agenda. This week: Winners of the Queen Elisabeth Competition for piano take to the stage one final time, Carmen finds herself…

4 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Final round of Queen Elisabeth piano competition begins in Brussels

The final round of the 2025 Queen Elisabeth piano competition kicks off Monday evening at the Palace of Fine Arts in Brussels. Twelve pianists, seven men and five women, will compete throughout…

5 months ago

Arts & Entertainment·Society

Belgium’s 2025 summer music festivals: A season of sound and celebration

Belgium’s summer of 2025 promises a compelling lineup of music festivals, catering to diverse musical tastes and offering unforgettable experiences across the country. From rock and pop to electronic, jazz and reggae,…

5 months ago

Arts & Entertainment·Opinion

KBR Museum in Brussels reopens with a celebration of manuscripts and music

The Museum of the Royal Library (KBR) in central Brussels reopens to the public on Friday, inviting visitors to explore its renowned collection of illuminated manuscripts and cultural treasures from the era…

5 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Bozar’s 2025–2026 music season embraces complexity through sound and vision

Bozar’s 2025–2026 music season falls under the banner “Embrace Complexity,” inviting audiences into a diverse and ambitious programme that blends classical masterpieces with cutting-edge contemporary creation. From major orchestral works to intimate…

5 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Pianist Valère Burnon Qualifies for Queen Elisabeth Competition Final

Belgian pianist Valère Burnon has qualified for the final of the Queen Elisabeth Competition, the organisation announced on Facebook on Saturday following the semi-final. On Saturday evening, twelve people were selected from…

5 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

Film Fest Gent launches new award for Belgian film composers

Film Fest Gent has announced a new award: the WSAward for Belgian Film Composer of the Year. The prize will be given for the first time on 15 October, during the 25th…

6 months ago

Arts & Entertainment

music

Javier Milei combines book launch and concert amid challenging midterm election landscape in Argentina

Stebin Ben to hold first grand concert at NMACC in Mumbai on October 11

Chamamé: Argentina’s cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO celebrates its transnational essence

Victor Jara: an enduring symbol of resistance in Latin America

Floris & the Flames to perform at Belgian Pavilion during Osaka Expo 2025 alongside Musti

Marktrock festival makes its long-awaited return to Leuven this weekend

Paulusfeesten in Ostend attracts large crowds amid financial uncertainties

Soca dance: how Caribbean rhythms captivated European music charts

Ziad Rahbani, influential Lebanese musician and political playwright, passes away at 69

Antwerp’s Galaxy recording studio relaunches under local investors Centho

Art after hours: 20 Antwerp museums open late for annual museum night

Cultural Compass: Music to Accompany a Departure, free galleries and 800 years of Begijnhof

Cultural Compass: Victorious pianists, modern take on Carmen and experiential artwork

Final round of Queen Elisabeth piano competition begins in Brussels

Belgium’s 2025 summer music festivals: A season of sound and celebration

KBR Museum in Brussels reopens with a celebration of manuscripts and music

Bozar’s 2025–2026 music season embraces complexity through sound and vision

Pianist Valère Burnon Qualifies for Queen Elisabeth Competition Final

Film Fest Gent launches new award for Belgian film composers

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