This Living in Nyon editor first saw Johnny Clegg perform in 1988 in the Royal Albert Hall in London supporting Stevie Winwood. Back then Johnny performed with abundant energy and superb stage presence. Last night under a Nyon sky (with the moon appearing from behind the stage to add dramatic effect to the concert), as he sang “Under African Skies” it […]
The barefoot writer talks to Living in Nyon about his Paléo
“I’ve been coming to Paléo since I was a few months old, my dad works here, many of my friends too, so it’s part of my life, I also love discovering all the different kinds of music and bands that play here ” Jonas Parson – writer and volunteer ar Paléo. Living in Nyon is delighted that this year Jonas Parson […]
Mahotella Queens begin Paléo in regal style
The Mahotella Queens shimmied and danced their way across the stage last night in the Dome tent, proving you are never too old to dance. In their beaded skirts, red hats, and “bafana bafana” (South African football team) T- shirts they got the crowd whooping and clapping and gave a great start to the festival. […]
Giant African Necklaces, Water Fountains and more – Paléo ready for another great festival
To the sound of African drums and a little bit of last minute hammering on various stands, the Paléo conference revealed yesterday that all was ready for another great festival. Daniel Rossellat the president of the festival, showed the press round the various installations, the first being the OBOX. This is a giant water fountain, surrounded […]
Flying fish seen above the town and a new Living in Nyon!
Saturday night in the centre of Nyon saw a fantastic display of flying fish, walking octopus, floating snakes and other aquatic animals all suspended in the sky as part of the celebrations of 35 years of Paléo. The theatre company, the Plasticiens Volants that produced these fantastic creatures wove their way through the streets of Nyon to the […]