Starlite Marbella

Starlite Catalana Occidente is without a doubt one of the most exciting cultural events in Marbella, bringing us a wealth of national and international acts that enable us to forget our woes and immerse ourselves in the wonder of music. Whether you are into Spanish icons like Sergio Dalma, you enjoy reliving the wonder of past musicians like Freddy Mercury, or you revel in the joyful pop beats of A-list acts like Jason Derulo, you will find what you’re looking for at Starlite. This year, the Cantera de Nagüeles once again promises to put you in the mood for dancing. Highlights to watch out for in July and August

include: COMPILED BY MARISA CUTILLAS

HIGHLIGHTS OF STARLITE

CATALANA OCCIDENTE 2022

SARA BARAS AUGUST 16

Sara Baras once again displays her powerful authority and dominance of flamenco dance. A spectacle of grace and fire that is not to be missed.

Z DIANA ROSS JULY 6 She’s one of the hottest divas of all time; a woman who has epitomised the most glamorous side of music since the 1970s and voiced hits like Ain’t No Mountain High Enough. Ladies and gentlemen, it’s Miss Diana Ross. Z PABLO ALBORÁN JULY 9 This multiple-award-winning crooner writes and performs the songs that lovers the world over call ‘their own’. Pablo Alborán will be performing hits like Castillos de Arena and more. Z C. TANGANA JULY 12 C. Tangana has been deemed “one of the most influential artists in Spain” by Forbes. This Madrid-born rapper is changing the game by combining contemporary pop and folklore. Z MALUMA JULY 20 Maluma’s star is on the rise, thanks to his many musical hits and his recent appearance in the Jennifer Lopez film, Marry Me. He is the voice behind hits like Felices Los Cuatro, HP, Hola Señorita, and many more. Z JESSIE J JULY 22 Jessie J has made our hearts soar with hits like I Want Love, Price Tag, and Domino. We can’t wait to hear her belting out her latest tunes. Z CHRISTINA AGUILERA

JULY 25

Anyone who adores divas like Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, or Christina Aguilera knows that seeing these artists in person is a bucket list affair. Aguilera will be wowing audiences with her characteristic vocal gymnastics and high drama. Z ESTRELLA MORENTE, ISRAEL

FERNÁNDEZ AND KIKI MORENTE AUGUST 11

If flamenco music inspires you, don’t miss out on three of the most important artists on the current scene. Estrella and Kiki Morente are brother-and-sister, while Israel Fernández is the singer who has enamoured artists the calibre of Rosalía, C. Tangana, and Pablo Alborán. Z ANDREA BOCELLI AUGUST 15 Andrea Bocelli’s voice is ideal for opera as it hits all the right notes while maintaining the subtlety and emotion of popular music. Bocelli sings many tunes that soothe the soul, including La voce del silenzio and Canto della terra. Z LUIS FONSI AUGUST 22 Puerto Rican crooner, Luis Fonsi, has too many hits to mention, with Despacito arguably being the top seller of his career. Fonsi, hasn’t stopped, though, and this year, he released his latest album, Ley de Gravedad.

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