Yellow Pieces Gala: a stunning show and many surprises!

Music news

Yellow Coins Gala: the trailer with A$AP Rocky, Kendji and J BalvinJustice returns in force with two tracks from their new album “Hyperdrama”Emily Ratajkowski obsesses Travis Scott in her new music videoOscars 2024: Will Ryan Gosling sing “I’m Just Ken” on stage?Zara Larsson - You Love Who You Love (Acoustic Session) |  WECB LiveZara Larsson - On My Love (Acoustic Session) |  WECB LiveKungs and David Guetta turn up the heat in “All Night Long” music video

This year again, the Yellow Pieces Gala kept all its promises and more. Meet the stars who hosted this exceptional show.

The Accor Arena was sold out this Friday, January 26. The exceptional concert of the Yellow Pieces Gala brought together a stunning program. In front of an excited audience, French and international stars followed one another, among them: Maroon 5, Zazie, A$ap Rocky, Vianney, Pharrell Williams, and even Vianney… “ The fact of being able to mix classic and afro, urban, rap… We saw J Balvin with Ibrahim Maalouf, it’s just magnificent », says Gims who also performed alongside the lyric soprano, Nadine Sierra.

Signs, stuffed animals and even goodies bearing the image of their idols, the pit was hysterical. “ It’s incredible, have you seen this crowd!? “, marvels Maroon 5 singer Adam Levine. Especially since K-pop stars were there. Indeed, Stray Kids and Lisa from Blackpink came to set things on fire. Accompanied by ultra-sporty choreography, confetti galore and lively bass, the Accor Arena literally lit up.

New stars are added to the meeting

And surprise! To this are added several unexpected guests, such as DJ Snake, the American rapper Swae Lee and the young king of raggaeton, Rauw Alejandro alongside Pharrell Williams. In the front row of the concert was one of the biggest stars in the music industry: Rihanna. Like the perfect fan girlthe singer came to support the performance of her lover, A$ap Rocky.

Once backstage, Rihanna took the opportunity to share the importance of this charity gala: “ it’s great to have the support of this event », she commented on our microphone. Just like the Barbadian star, the artists present shared their support for the Yellow Pieces operation which has raised funds every year for 35 years to support projects to improve the daily lives of hospitalized children and adolescents. “ We want everyone to continue to help us and help all these children », added J Balvin.

The Yellow Pieces Gala can be discovered this Saturday, January 27 at 8:40 p.m., on France 2. To support the Yellow Pieces operation, go to the Hospital Foundation website.

Staff

Written by

Christopher Johnson

Christopher Johnson is a dedicated writer and key contributor to the WECB website, Emerson College's student-run radio station. Passionate about music, radio communication, and journalism, Christopher pursues his craft with a blend of meticulous research and creative flair. His writings on the site cover an array of subjects, from music reviews and artist interviews to event updates and industry news. As an active member of the Emerson College community, Christopher is not only a writer but also an advocate for student involvement, using his work to foster increased engagement and enthusiasm within the school's radio and broadcasting culture. Through his consistent and high-quality outputs, Christopher Johnson helps shape the voice and identity of WECB, truly embodying its motto of being an inclusive, diverse, and enthusiastic music community.