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Les Nuits Guitares / Guitar Nights Festival
Every year in the month of July, the French Riviera gathers for three nights of soulful music. This summer, the jazz madness catches everyone as bands pour their hearts out through melodies and lyrics.
The Guitar Nights Festival (Les Nuits Guitares) is a great time to cherish jazz music as you enjoy the beauty of Beaulieu-sur-Mer.
The festival was founded in 2000 and focuses on Caribbean zouk, Franco-Cuban, jazz, blues, acoustic, soul, etc. Fresh and original music is always its center. ‘Eclectic’ is the word to describe this music festival. The festival caters to all ages by being diverse.
Food trucks and a bar offer meals and refreshments. There is also be a VIP area for privileged viewers, where they will have access to catering and drinks.
Nuits Guitares: Music and Performers
Zouk: The KAZZAV’ group created and popularized this style in the 80s. They give pride to Caribbean music and musicians. It is still the most popular French musical expression in the world. Carlos G. Lopez will open up for KASSAV’. They will perform on the first day.
French-Cuban: Ibeyi will perform to charm the crowd with a unique mix of soul-pop, hip-hop, electronic, and Yoruba singing. They will be heard on the second day of the event.
Blufunk: It is the personal style of Keziah Jones. The Nigerian singer blends soul-funk, blues, rock, and African rhythm. He also creates sound poems through music. He will be on the second day.
MEDI: He is the ‘ambassador of feel-good spirit’. A renowned drummer and arranger, he will perform on the third day.
The Jacksons: Jermain, Jackie, Marlon, and Tito will lead the audience with their cult tracks. They will also pay tribute to Michael Jackson, the legendary pop icon. They will play on the third day.
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Nuits Guitares Music Festival 2021 Event Details
Event Type: Music Festival
Frequency: Annual
Date: July 2021 (exact dates will be added when announced)
Timing: The event will start at 7pm
Contact Details: Tourist Office: +33493010221
Social Media: Facebook and Twitter
Website: Official website
Location: Le Jardin de l’Olivaie, Beaulieu-sur-Mer
How to Get to Les Nuits Guitares Music Festival
By Plane: Beaulieu-sur-Mer is 6 kilometers west of the Nice Airport.
By Car: In a car, you must follow Basse Corniche to reach the center.
By Bus: #81 Bus has a daily route from Nice. #100 Bus runs from Nice, and stops at the town, then also goes to Ezé and Monaco.
By Train: It is on the TER line 4 that runs from Nice to Menton.
