About:
Francos de Montréal is an annual international music festival held in the city of Montreal, Canada. Its first edition was held in 1995 and since then, the festival has become one of the most influential festivals in North America. The event showcases local, national, and international talent performing in a variety of genres such as pop, rock, jazz, hip-hop, folk, EDM, and etc. The lineup includes both rising artists and major acts from all over the world.
Famous For:
The festival is known for its lively atmosphere and diverse crowd that gathers each year to celebrate music culture. Along with performances by hundreds of musical acts, Francos de Montréal also offers workshops and activities to immerse attendees in a unique experience that celebrates music from all facets of society.
Creation Purpose:
Francos de Montréal was founded in 1995 by three college friends - David Forest, Stéphane Venne, and Michel Leblanc. The three friends wanted to create a platform that would allow rising musicians to be showcased and appreciated by audiences outside of their hometowns.
Fun Facts:
Each year, around 1.2 million people attend an event organized around the festival, with more than 250,000 coming just to see the shows on the main stage.
There are usually around 20 different stages that host performances throughout the weeklong event.
Impact on the Music Industry:
Every year, Francos de Montréal contributes to the local economy by employing hundreds of workers in production, staging, and other related jobs. The festival has also helped put Montreal on the map as one of the most influential music cities in North America. Not only has it brought international attention to Montreal's musical talent, but it has also attracted many A-list performers from all over the world.
Festival is scheduled from 14 Jun to 22 Jun 2024 (8 day(s)), the countdown is running!
Francos de Montréal takes place in Montréal, Canada. Here is the full address of the festival: 1275 St-Antoine Ouest Montreal, QC, Canada H3C 5L2
Francis Cabrel, Josman, Eddy de Pretto, Albin de la Simone, Zaho.
The most popular genres and subgenres of the next edition are:
pop
rock
blues
francophone
indie
chanson
chanson française
rnb
acoustic
alternative
alternative rock
death industrial
dream pop
french pop
fusion jazz
garage
garage rock
indie pop
indie rock