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Paroles et Musiques 2026: French Chanson Festival in Saint-Étienne

Paroles et Musiques celebrates contemporary French chanson at La Comète in Saint-Étienne. This festival highlights artists who place writing and language at the heart of their musical creation. Since its inception, the event has established itself as a gathering for crafted lyrics and refined melodies. The 2026 programming brings together 11 artists from May 18-24 at this Saint-Étienne cultural venue. The festival prioritizes listening quality and stage-audience intimacy.

The 2026 edition features demanding programming led by Vincent Delerm, Sam Sauvage, and Félix Radu as headliners. The lineup also includes Feu! Chatterton, Terrenoire, and Miki. This selection illustrates the vitality of a Francophone scene that combines pop, rock, and hip-hop with textual care.

Musically, Paroles et Musiques explores the territories of art pop and contemporary auteur chanson. Sub-genres like indie pop, indie rock, art rock, and French house weave a palette where textual demands meet diverse sonic aesthetics. This approach allows rediscovery of the richness of the French language set to music, from intimate ballads to bolder propositions.

Paroles et Musiques 2026 will take place May 18-24 at La Comète in Saint-Étienne. For lovers of crafted lyrics and demanding French chanson, it's the unmissable Saint-Étienne spring rendezvous.