Sébastien Tellier at Colour Fest 14 It is one of the most eagerly awaited announcements of the fourteenth edition: the icon of the French touch and one of the most eclectic musicians of his generation will take to the stage 12 August 2026, bringing his unmistakable sound to the Falcone and Borsellino promenade, the Sunset Riviera of Lamezia Terme (CZ). An event that underscores the festival’s international appeal and is sure to thrill fans of electronic music and indie pop.

The Parisian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist joins a line-up that, day by day, reaffirms the philosophy of the Colour Fest: to bring artists to southern Italy who are capable of redefining the boundaries between musical genres, cultures and styles. Under the slogan “Summer on a Solitary Beach”, the edition 2026 transforms the Calabrian Tyrrhenian coast into a melting pot of contemporary sounds and sights, where every evening on the beach becomes a collective musical journey.

Who is Sébastien Tellier: the romantic dandy of French music

Born in Le Plessis-Bouchard in 1975, Sébastien Tellier He is an artist who defies categorisation. A singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and performer, over the course of a career spanning more than twenty years he has built up a discography in which pop, electronic, folk, disco and bossa nova intertwine with a naturalness that is the hallmark of true visionaries. His debut in 2001 with L'incroyable Vérité, released on Record Makers — the same label as Air — immediately brought him to the attention of international critics as one of the most original voices on the new French scene.

Global recognition came in 2004 with the album Politics, which contains what is universally regarded as his masterpiece: La Ritournelle, a hypnotic symphonic track created with Nigerian drummer Tony Allen and producer Zdar of Cassius. Twenty years later, in 2024, that piece enjoyed renewed global acclaim when Tellier performed it live during the opening ceremony of the Paris Paralympicsthe 28 August, at the foot of the Obelisk in Place de la Concorde. Following that evocative performance, accompanied by an orchestra and a spectacular light show, La Ritournelle It shot up to second place in the list of most-searched songs on Shazam in France, confirming its status as a timeless classic.

Over the years, Tellier has managed to reinvent himself with every new release: with Sexuality (2008), produced by Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo of Daft Punk, from which the single is taken Divine who represented France at the Eurovision Song Contest; with My God Is Blue (2012); and with L'Aventura (2014), inspired by the Brazilian sounds of an imaginary childhood. Always true to a single rule: never repeat oneself.

Kiss The Beast: new album anticipates live at Color Fest

Tellier arrives at Lamezia Terme in the wake of Kiss The Beast, his eighth studio album, released on 30 January 2026 for Because Music and Horizons: their first album of new material after a five-year hiatus, from Domesticated from 2020. Twelve tracks spanning forty-four minutes, which critics have interpreted as a return to his most captivating roots, yet with a desire to explore new and unexpected territories, ranging from synth-pop and disco to introspective ballads and moments of pure sonic adventure.

Kiss The Beast boasts a number of highly prestigious collaborations. The guest list features names that reflect the breadth of Tellier’s musical universe:

• Nile Rodgers, the legendary guitarist from Chic, and the singer Slayyyter in the passage Thrill of the Night.
• Kid Cudi, in a duet with Tellier on the single Amnesia, released on 28 January, two days before the album.
• The lead single Refresh, released in September 2025, offers a first glimpse of the new direction.
• A collaborative production by Tellier himself, featuring SebastiAn, Oscar Holter, Victor Le Masne and Daniel Stricker.

The result is a soundscape that the artist himself describes as monumental and maximalist, driven by the sheer joy of making music. The live performance at Colour Fest will be a rare opportunity to hear this new material performed live, alongside the classics that have defined his career: from La Ritournelle a Divine, with the nocturnal atmosphere of Sexuality the tropical colours of L'Aventura.

Why not miss Sébastien Tellier live

Anyone who has been lucky enough to attend a concert by Sébastien Tellier He knows that, for him, the stage is a place of transformation. His live performances are renowned for their ability to oscillate between the theatrical and the poetic, between provocative glamour and the most delicate melancholy. With his unmistakable look — long hair, beard, dark glasses and a cap — Tellier is the dandy of the electronic scene, capable of blending irony and depth in every note.

His set is a journey spanning a twenty-five-year career: from explosive disco-funk numbers to moments of almost whispered intimacy, every concert is far more than just a listening experience. Seeing him on the Calabrian coast, with the The Tyrrhenian Sea as a backdrop and the sunsets of the Riviera of Sunsets serving as a natural backdrop, it adds to the charm of an event that is already a must-see on the day of the 12 August.

12 August at Color Fest 14

The concert of Sébastien Tellier is one of the highest points of the second day of the festival, the 12 August 2026, a day that blends international avant-garde with Italian singer-songwriting. Across the four stages of the Colour Fest - the Tramonti Stage (CUPRA Stage)the Pinewood Stagethe Future Stagethe Marley Stage acoustic — some of the most interesting acts on the line-up will be performing on the same day:

• Cosmo, with an exclusive morning concert (from 7.30am to 11am) on the Pinewood Stage, to start the day with the light of dawn.
• The Zen Circus, one of the cult bands of the Italian indie rock scene.
• All Phenomena e Populous, two voices that are redefining art-house pop and electronic music.
• The Yin Yin from the Netherlands and the dialogue between Nico Arezzo e Anna Castile, on a journey that ranges from psychedelic funk to contemporary singer-songwriter music.

A line-up that perfectly captures the spirit of the festival: a place where singer-songwriter music meets electronic music, and where Italian singer-songwriters engage with the European avant-garde. You can view the full programme and updates on the Line-up for Color Fest 14.

Color Fest: fourteen editions of music, territory and community

The Colour Fest It’s not just a music festival: it’s a cultural project that has been 2012 works to revitalise the Calabrian region through music and the arts. Organised by the association What Are Clouds APS, Over the years, the festival has built up a distinctive identity, attracting major international and Italian acts to a beach in the south, far from the major urban venues.

Each edition is an immersive experience that goes beyond a concert: the Colour Market, the installations, the social gatherings and the warm welcome by the sea make Colour Fest an open-air cultural hub. The slogan “Summer on a Solitary Beach” captures the essence of an initiative that invites you to experience summer as a journey of discovery: of artists, of places, of a Calabria vibrant and contemporary. If you’re planning a music-themed holiday, you might find our guide to Southern Italy Festival 2026.

Frequently asked questions about Sébastien Tellier at Color Fest 14

When is Sébastien Tellier playing at Color Fest 14?

Sébastien Tellier is performing Wednesday 12 August 2026, on the second day of the Colour Fest 14, on the Falcone and Borsellino promenade a Lamezia Terme (CZ). He is one of the headline acts on Day 2 of the festival.

Where is Sébastien Tellier’s concert taking place?

The live event is being held at the Falcone and Borsellino promenade, the Riviera of Sunsets by Lamezia Terme, in Calabria. The festival takes place across four stages overlooking the The Tyrrhenian Sea, including the Tramonti Stage (CUPRA Stage).

What is Sébastien Tellier’s latest album?

The latest work is Kiss The Beast, their eighth studio album, released on 30 January 2026 for Because Music, featuring guests such as Nile Rodgers e Kid Cudi. At Colour Fest Tellier will perform his new songs alongside his classics, from La Ritournelle a Divine.

How much do tickets for Color Fest 14 cost?

Tickets start at 35 euro for the single day. Also available is the’Full subscription for all three days (subject to availability) and for those wishing to stay overnight, there are options available from Camping Ulisse (70 euros) and the Lido La Baia (€60). Full details and direct links can be found at colourfest.co.uk/tickets-info.

Who is performing with Sébastien Tellier on 12 August?

On the same day, the following artists, among others, will take to the festival stages:, Cosmo with the dawn concert, The Zen Circus, All Phenomena, Yin Yin, Populous and the duo Nico Arezzo + Anna Castiglia.

Tickets and information on seeing Sébastien Tellier at Color Fest 14

The Colour Fest 14 will take place from’11 to 13 August 2026 at the Falcone and Borsellino promenade — Sunset Coast, Lamezia Terme (CZ), and the concert by Sébastien Tellier is scheduled for 12 August. Tickets start from 35 euro: you can buy the ticket for 12 August or the’Full subscription for all three days. Hurry: the subscriptions are running out and, for those looking for somewhere to stay, the Camping Ulisse it appears that sold out for 12 and 13 August, whilst the solutions for the Lido La Baia.

Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the French touch by Sébastien Tellier under the stars of Riviera of Sunsets, on one of the most eagerly awaited nights of the Calabrian summer. Tickets and info: https://colorfest.it/biglietti-info/