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Nadja RĂ€ss from canton Schwyz has been awarded the 2026 Swiss Grand Prix for Music, making her the first artist from the Swiss folk music scene to receive the CHF 100,000 prize. The jury celebrated her as one of the most important voices in Swiss yodelling culture.
The Paléo Festival has officially declared that French singer Patrick Bruel will not be invited to perform in the future, following revelations of alleged 'unacceptable behaviour' towards a volunteer masseuse backstage at the Nyon festival in 2019.
Swiss football champion FC Basel has turned down an approach to host a Kanye West concert at its St. Jakob-Park stadium. The club cited the artist's past antisemitic comments as 'incompatible' with its values, sparking a debate on cultural responsibility.
The Montreux Jazz Festival has announced its program for its 60th edition, featuring headliners such as Nick Cave, Sting, RAYE, Deep Purple, and Van Morrison. The festival will return to its iconic venues at the newly renovated Montreux Music & Convention Center.
Switzerland's largest open-air festival has announced its 49th edition lineup, with pop superstar Katy Perry making a rare Swiss appearance alongside iconic acts The Cure and Gorillaz at the event in Nyon.
Bernese singer Veronica Fusaro will represent Switzerland at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna. She will perform 'Alice', an alternative pop track addressing psychological violence.
Thun-native Veronica Fusaro has been selected to fly the Swiss flag at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest. The alternative-pop artist, known for her soulful live performances, was chosen from nearly 500 entries by an international jury and public vote.
Nyon's Paléo Festival has won the prestigious 'Best Major Festival' award for 2025 from the European festivals association Yourope. The prize recognizes the event's high-quality programming, welcoming atmosphere for its 40,000+ daily visitors, and the exceptional commitment of its community and volunteers.
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