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Muscat Daily
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
Shakira and The Weeknd to rock for a cause
New York – Get ready for a star-studded spectacle in New York's Central Park this September as The Weeknd and Shakira gear up to headline this year's Global Citizen Festival — and they're bringing the big beats for an even bigger cause. Set for September 27, the festival promises more than just a night of chart-toppers. While Blinding Lights and Hips Don't Lie are sure to get the crowds moving, the event's spotlight is firmly on action — from expanding energy access in Africa to defending the Amazon rainforest and boosting education for children worldwide. The all-star lineup also features rising talents Tyla, Ayra Starr, and Mariah the Scientist, with Hugh Jackman hosting the evening. And unlike your average concert, this one's free — but with a twist. Fans earn their tickets by taking action through the Global Citizen app. Think recording videos calling on world leaders or mentoring youth — activism with a playlist. Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans says the artists' connection to communities overcoming poverty adds weight to the mission. 'They bring perspective into Central Park at a moment when the world needs unity now more than ever,' he told AP. So, what's on the festival's to-do list? Deliver clean energy to a million people in Africa. Raise $200mn to help indigenous leaders protect a stretch of the Amazon the size of Italy. And secure $30mn to support literacy programmes for kids. Big goals — but with big names behind them. This isn't The Weeknd's first philanthropic tour stop — he's donating $1 from every concert ticket to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. Shakira, meanwhile, is no stranger to using her voice offstage. 'Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world,' she said. 'I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action.'
Japan Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Japan Today
The Weeknd and Shakira will headline Global Citizen Festival supporting energy access and the Amazon
By JAMES POLLARD The Weeknd and Shakira — two of the world's biggest touring artists — will headline this fall's Global Citizen Festival in New York's Central Park, supporting campaigns to improve energy access across Africa and defend the Amazon against deforestation. Global Citizen announced Tuesday that the pop stars behind such hits as 'Blinding Lights' and 'Hips Don't Lie" will be joined by Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist at the concert on Sept. 27. Hosted by actor Hugh Jackman, the annual event highlights the anti-poverty nonprofit's selected humanitarian priorities and urges attendees to collectively tackle those issues through direct support. 'The fact that these artists have immediate proximity to communities that have either recently emerged out of extreme poverty, or are emerging out of extreme poverty, gives them amazing perspective,' Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans told The Associated Press. 'And they bring that perspective into Central Park at this moment where I think the world needs a moment of unity now more than ever.' The festival's goals involve securing commitments to bring clean, reliable energy to 1 million people in Africa; mobilizing $200 million for indigenous and local entrepreneurs to protect an Italy-sized chunk of the Amazon rainforest; and raising at least $30 million to help community-based education programs improve children's literacy. Tickets to the festival are free, but fans must earn them by taking actions through the Global Citizen app. Opportunities include uploading videos calling on German and French leaders to back the Amazon protection plan and volunteering to mentor young people worldwide in career development. This year's calls to action reflect the changing nature of online advocacy campaigns. Organizers find that social media posts and email-driven appeals don't carry the same weight as they did when Global Citizen first started rallying concertgoers. Evans said user-generated content such as a self-recorded clip creates "quality engagement" and makes it almost impossible to game the system. In The Weeknd and Shakira, Global Citizen is reuniting with previous artistic supporters at a time when they are packing stadiums. The Weeknd, who this month wrapped a four-night run of sold-out performances at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, is donating $1 from every ticket sale to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. Shakira, who recently completed seven consecutive sold-out shows in Mexico City, joined Coldplay onstage during a 2017 edition of the festival in Germany. "Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world," Shakira said in a statement. 'I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action.' © Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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First Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
The Weeknd and Shakira will headline Global Citizen Festival supporting energy access and the Amazon
Global Citizen announced Tuesday that the pop stars behind such hits as 'Blinding Lights' and 'Hips Don't Lie' will be joined by Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist at the concert on Sept. 27 read more The Weeknd and Shakira — two of the world's biggest touring artists — will headline this fall's Global Citizen Festival in New York's Central Park, supporting campaigns to improve energy access across Africa and defend the Amazon against deforestation. Global Citizen announced Tuesday that the pop stars behind such hits as 'Blinding Lights' and 'Hips Don't Lie' will be joined by Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist at the concert on Sept. 27. Hosted by actor Hugh Jackman, the annual event highlights the anti-poverty nonprofit's selected humanitarian priorities and urges attendees to collectively tackle those issues through direct support. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'The fact that these artists have immediate proximity to communities that have either recently emerged out of extreme poverty, or are emerging out of extreme poverty, gives them amazing perspective,' Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans told The Associated Press. 'And they bring that perspective into Central Park at this moment where I think the world needs a moment of unity now more than ever.' The festival's goals involve securing commitments to bring clean, reliable energy to 1 million people in Africa; mobilizing $200 million for indigenous and local entrepreneurs to protect an Italy-sized chunk of the Amazon rainforest; and raising at least $30 million to help community-based education programs improve children's literacy. Tickets to the festival are free, but fans must earn them by taking actions through the Global Citizen app. Opportunities include uploading videos calling on German and French leaders to back the Amazon protection plan and volunteering to mentor young people worldwide in career development. This year's calls to action reflect the changing nature of online advocacy campaigns. Organizers find that social media posts and email-driven appeals don't carry the same weight as they did when Global Citizen first started rallying concertgoers. Evans said user-generated content such as a self-recorded clip creates 'quality engagement' and makes it almost impossible to game the system. In The Weeknd and Shakira, Global Citizen is reuniting with previous artistic supporters at a time when they are packing stadiums. The Weeknd, who this month wrapped a four-night run of sold-out performances at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, is donating $1 from every ticket sale to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. Shakira, who recently completed seven consecutive sold-out shows in Mexico City, joined Coldplay onstage during a 2017 edition of the festival in Germany. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world,' Shakira said in a statement. 'I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action.'
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
The Weeknd and Shakira will headline Global Citizen Festival supporting energy access and the Amazon
The Weeknd and Shakira — two of the world's biggest touring artists will headline this fall's Global Citizen Festival in New York's Central Park, supporting campaigns to improve energy access across Africa and defend the Amazon against deforestation. Global Citizen Festival features The Weeknd and Shakira, focusing on improving energy access in Africa and defending the Amazon. Show will be hosted by Hugh Jackman Global Citizen announced Tuesday that the pop stars behind such hits as Blinding Lights and Hips Don't Lie will be joined by Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist at the concert on Sept. 27. Hosted by actor Hugh Jackman, the annual event highlights the anti-poverty nonprofit's selected humanitarian priorities and urges attendees to collectively tackle those issues through direct support. 'The fact that these artists have immediate proximity to communities that have either recently emerged out of extreme poverty, or are emerging out of extreme poverty, gives them amazing perspective,' Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans told The Associated Press. 'And they bring that perspective into Central Park at this moment where I think the world needs a moment of unity now more than ever.' The festival's goals involve securing commitments to bring clean, reliable energy to 1 million people in Africa; mobilizing $200 million for indigenous and local entrepreneurs to protect an Italy-sized chunk of the Amazon rainforest; and raising at least $30 million to help community-based education programs improve children's literacy. Tickets to be free but… Tickets to the festival are free, but fans must earn them by taking actions through the Global Citizen app. Opportunities include uploading videos calling on German and French leaders to back the Amazon protection plan and volunteering to mentor young people worldwide in career development. This year's calls to action reflect the changing nature of online advocacy campaigns. Organizers find that social media posts and email-driven appeals don't carry the same weight as they did when Global Citizen first started rallying concertgoers. Evans said user-generated content such as a self-recorded clip creates "quality engagement" and makes it almost impossible to game the system. In The Weeknd and Shakira, Global Citizen is reuniting with previous artistic supporters at a time when they are packing stadiums. The Weeknd, who this month wrapped a four-night run of sold-out performances at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, is donating $1 from every ticket sale to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. Shakira, who recently completed seven consecutive sold-out shows in Mexico City, joined Coldplay onstage during a 2017 edition of the festival in Germany. "Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world," Shakira said in a statement. 'I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action.'
Express Tribune
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Were Doja Cat and J Balvin paid for performing at the 2025 FIFA halftime show?
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup halftime show was a global spectacle, featuring star performers Doja Cat, J Balvin, Tems, and Emmanuel Kelly. Held at MetLife Stadium during the tournament's final, the show added massive entertainment value and global appeal. But one major question remains: Were these artists paid to perform? FIFA partnered with Global Citizen to produce the halftime event, aligning the performance with a philanthropic initiative — the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for global education access. Historically, Global Citizen has worked with high-profile musicians who perform pro bono in support of charitable causes. Although FIFA and Global Citizen have not officially confirmed whether the artists received any payment, multiple indicators suggest the artists likely performed without traditional compensation. One dollar from every ticket sold went directly to the education fund, reinforcing the event's fundraising purpose. This collaboration highlights the growing intersection of music and global sports, using celebrity influence to raise awareness and drive donations. For artists like Doja Cat, Tems, and J Balvin, participating in such events offers global visibility and a chance to support impactful causes — even if it means forgoing a paycheck. With no public confirmation of performance fees, fans and industry insiders are left to speculate. But given the show's nonprofit backing and Global Citizen's legacy, it's likely that the artists donated their time and talent in support of the greater mission.
