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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Maxima Opens Eurosonic Noorderslag - Netherlands

Queen Máxima opens the 40th edition of Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) at De Oosterpoort in Groningen. ESNS is an independent platform that puts European music talent in the spotlight worldwide. ESNS offers European artists, with a special focus on Dutch talent, the opportunity to break through and become the headliners of tomorrow. GRONINGEN, January 14, 2026, De Oosterpoort. Photo by Bruno Presse/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, upon his arrival at the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, during the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, during the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, during the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, upon his arrival at the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, during the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, during the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, during the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

Ministry Of Culture Support Measures For Live Music - Spain

The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, during the presentation of the Ministry of Culture's support measures for live music venues at the Sala el Sol, on January 14, 2026, in Madrid (Spain). Photo by Carlos Luján / Europa Press / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Renowned Japanese TV personality Hiroshi Kume dies at 81

Renowned Japanese TV personality Hiroshi Kume dies at 81

Renowned Japanese TV personality Hiroshi Kume (C), known for hosting "The Best Ten" music show between 1978 and 1985, and anchoring the "News Station" news show between 1985 and 2004, receives "the best dressed eyes" award in Tokyo on Oct. 18, 2004. Kume died of lung cancer on Jan. 1, 2026, aged 81.

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Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

A performer takes part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Performers take part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Performers take part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Performers take part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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