Soul, Rock, and 80s Pop to Thrill at the Port Adriano Music Festival

The countdown has begun for the 12th edition of the Port Adriano Music Festival. Top international artists will take the stage at this musical event set in the cutting-edge marina of Port Adriano.

Starting this weekend, Port Adriano Music Festival offers four unique evenings filled with the best music and Mediterranean breeze. Kicking off the festival, the iconic group from Philadelphia, Sister Sledge, will make the audience dance this Sunday, July 28th. Known for their album "We Are Family" and hits like “Lost in Music,” “He’s the Greatest Dancer,” and “Thinking of You,” they have delighted generations. Recognized worldwide with over 200 million sales and multiple GRAMMY nominations, they continue to captivate audiences of all ages and cultures with their vibrant music and messages of unity and love.

On Friday, August 2nd, Youssou N'Dour, one of the world’s most prominent singers, deeply rooted in Senegalese traditions and griot storytelling, will take the stage at the Port Adriano Music Festival. Recognized by TIME 100, his art uniquely combines the "Dakar overgroove" with universal appeal, creating a sound that resonates globally. His voice, described by Rolling Stone as a vessel of African history, and his band Super Étoile, acclaimed as "the best band in the world" by The Village Voice, offer an exciting mix of musical languages.

Music critics consider Toquinho an essential reference in Brazilian music on a global scale. He will perform alongside Camilla Faustino, a prominent voice of the Nova Música Popular Brasileira, at the festival on Saturday, August 3rd. Toquinho, celebrating the 55th anniversary of his career, has 85 albums and nearly 10,000 performances worldwide, known for his organic and masterful guitar style. Camilla Faustino, famous for blending modern genres with classic bossa nova, has been nominated for a Latin Grammy for her album "Bossa, sempre Bossa."

And as the cherry on top, the Port Adriano Music Festival will close with Alphaville, the iconic German synth-pop band, celebrating the 40th anniversary of their debut album "Forever Young" with a world tour, including their first visit to Mallorca on Saturday, August 10th. Vocalist Marian Gold leads this return to the stage with hits like “Big in Japan,” “Dance With Me,” and “I Die For You Today,” which cemented the band at the pinnacle of 80s pop. Known for their impact on electronic music and unique style influenced by Kraftwerk and David Bowie, Alphaville continues to captivate global audiences with their innovative approach to synthesizers and introspective lyrics.