
Montreux Jazz Festival Attracts Over 250,000 Visitors
The anniversary edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival, held in the renovated convention center, reported a successful turnout with over 250,000 visitors and a 91 percent occupancy rate.
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The anniversary edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival, held in the renovated convention center, reported a successful turnout with over 250,000 visitors and a 91 percent occupancy rate.

During her performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival, artist RAYE brought out special guests Alicia Keys and Mark Ronson, delighting the audience. This unexpected collaboration was hailed as a highlight of the festival.

Anoush Abrar has captured mesmerizing photographs of stars like Quincy Jones, Sam Smith, Raye, and Santana at the Montreux Jazz Festival for years, showcasing the transcendent energy of the event.

The Montreux Jazz Festival has announced its full 60th-anniversary line-up, featuring a diverse array of artists including RAYE, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, PinkPantheress, Lewis Capaldi, Moby, Sting, John Legend, Tyla, Conan Gray, Zara Larsson, and Givēon, with Nick Cave, Sting, and Moby headlining.
A competition offers the chance to win opening day passes to the inaugural Montreux Jazz Festival being held in Franschhoek.
Artists like RAYE and Sienna Spiro express feeling 'at home' at the legendary Montreux Jazz Festival, which has been led by CEO Mathieu Jaton since 2013.

The Montreux Jazz Festival is currently exploring a resurgence of disco music, with two British musicians leading the charge in reinventing the genre for a contemporary audience, moving beyond mere nostalgia.

The live performance of 'Compared to What' by US artists Eddie Harris on saxophone and Les McCann on vocals and piano, recorded at the 1969 Montreux Jazz Festival, is highlighted as the song of the day.

Salif Keita has pulled out of the Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek at short notice due to a sudden illness, though his band is still scheduled to perform a tribute in his absence.

Malian music icon Salif Keita celebrated the Montreux Jazz Festival's expansion into Africa, encouraging artists to embrace their heritage while recognizing music's universal appeal.

The Montreux Jazz Festival is celebrating its 60th anniversary, reflecting on its enduring legacy and what makes the festival unique today. The milestone event brings back iconic moments, including the inspiration for 'Smoke on the Water'.

The globally renowned Zurich-based DJ duo Adriatique, who have been playing in clubs since age 16, are set to perform at the Montreux Jazz Festival on July 9 and discuss their success and upcoming album.

RAYE, PinkPantheress, and Lewis Capaldi are set to headline the Montreux Jazz Festival 2026, which will return to Lake Geneva this summer with a huge lineup.

The iconic Montreux Jazz Festival is expanding to the African continent for the first time, with an event scheduled to take place in Franschhoek, South Africa, starting March 27. Nedbank is supporting the festival, highlighting music's power to unite and inspire.