Author: David Bola Photo Credit: Brice Robert In the run-up to the “Hors-Série” special edition of Nuits Sonores, which took place on 19-24 July 2021 in Lyon, we looked for a way to bring We Are Europe into the festival site and amplify the voices of festival-goers while offering them a unique experience. After a period characterized by lockdowns, fewer interactions, and a partial desertion of our spaces of exchange, it seemed essential to focus this experience on creating sound, either alone or collectively. We therefore decided to set up a mini sound studio in the middle of the festival, giving everyone the chance to experiment with music production. Sample Room Split between the “Days” at Heat, located in the former industrial district of Confluences, and the Usines Fagor site, a space used by the festival team on several occasions, the Nuits Sonores Hors-Série edition signalled the return of partying and artistic exploration for many night owls. What’s more, the events were standing, which at the time represented a real victory. Although the Nuits Sonores program reflects a broad musical spectrum, with acoustic performances (Sébastien Tellier), rap (Lala &ce) and hybrid musical genres (Fulu Muziki), the festival’s overarching feel
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