The recent buzz surrounding Céline Dion’s highly anticipated return to the stage in Paris has temporarily transformed the French capital into what many are calling “Céline City.” While the superstar’s affection for the city is widely recognized, a new episode of France 24’s Entre Nous questions whether other global artists share this enthusiasm.
Host Solange Mougin examines the disparity in touring habits, asking why Dion specifically selected Paris for these sold-out performances and whether international musicians tour France with the same frequency as they do in other European countries.
The segment also investigates the infrastructure challenges that may be holding France back, noting that the country currently lags behind its neighbors when it comes to providing mega-venues capable of hosting the biggest names in music.
It’s not just preference; building capacities like Zénith are missing. Other countries invest more in large-scale infrastructure.
Does anyone else think other artists just prefer London or Berlin? France seems to have lost its musical edge recently.
Paris would be magical for Céline’s comeback, but the lack of big venues is a real shame for the industry.