
Flash News - MusicAug 20, 2019
POP Montreal 2019: Second wave of artists announced
Second wave of POP Montreal 2019 artists ANNOUNCED!
Our first wave of artist announcements included legendary Grammy award-winning avant-garde composer and artist Laurie Anderson, gospel legend and Rock and Roll hall of famer Mavis Staples, the North American debut of British post R&B sensation Tirzah, the captivating singer-songwriter Aldous Harding, Congolese futuristic funk masters Kokoko!, and Côte d'Ivoire country music legends Jess Sah Bi & Peter One.
Now, here is our final program, full of exciting new projects, including two consecutive concerts by Safia Nolin and her guests Elisapie / Antony Carle and Gabrielle Destroismaisons, Elle Barbara's Pop life Kiki Ball, an intimate concert by Helena Deland on the roof of the Rialto (buy your tickets quickly!), The Sainte Catherines 20th anniversary free outdoor show at POP Montreal BBQ, plus Basia Bulat, Anemone, Debby Friday, Emilie Kahn, Janette King , Ada Lea, and 250+ more …
For the first time, POP Montreal presents an original Shakespearean theatrical cyber-comedy, Trapped in Elon’s Mansion : Azealia Banks is trapped in Elon Musk’s mansion, but where is Grimes..?
And only for our Discovery Passes holders!!! We promise you free Jansport backpacks, as well as surprise secret concerts in intimate venues... which will ONLY be announced in the days leading up to the festival so... stay tuned...
All show listings, tickets, and passes here!