The Festival Circuit: Celebration and Commerce

French festivals showcase popular music's diversity:

Les Vieilles Charrues: France's largest festival, mixing international stars with French acts Rock en Seine: Urban festival bringing alternative rock to Paris Eurockéennes: Alternative rock focus with strong French presence Solidays: Fighting AIDS while promoting French music Hellfest: Making France a metal destination

These festivals prove French audiences' eclecticism and French artists' ability to share stages with international stars.