British artist Sting will close the sixth edition of Icónica Santalucía Sevilla Fest tomorrow at the Plaza de España, with all tickets sold. This will be his first concert in the Andalusian capital.
The Plaza de España in Seville is preparing to experience a historic night. Sting, the former leader of The Police, will perform his first concert in the Andalusian capital on July 18, bringing a golden touch to the sixth edition of Icónica Santalucía Sevilla Fest 2026. The tickets, which sold out weeks ago, clearly demonstrate the appeal of the British musician in the city.
An electric trio for a legendary repertoire
The concert, part of his STING 3.0 World Tour, features an innovative format: an electric trio alongside guitarist Dominic Miller, a regular collaborator, and drummer Chris Maas, known for his work with Mumford & Sons. This lineup promises a more intimate yet energetic sound, according to the festival's organisation.
The repertoire will include classics from The Police, major hits from his solo career, and new compositions like ‘I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)’, produced by Grammy-winning engineer Robert Orton. Attendees will be able to hear songs like 'Every Breath You Take' and 'Fields of Gold' in a renewed version.
Sting, who has sold over 100 million records throughout his career, boasts 17 Grammy awards, four Oscar nominations, and countless accolades. The 74-year-old musician shows that he is still in peak creative form.
Dea Matrona, the Irish appetizer
Before the main act, the Irish female duo Dea Matrona will warm up the crowd at 21:30. Formed in Belfast in 2018 by Orláith Forsythe and Mollie McGinn, the group has been identified as one of the promising acts in European alternative rock, with influences from Fleetwood Mac and Led Zeppelin.
Their live performance, described as powerful and magnetic, has graced festivals like Glastonbury and has supported artists such as Bryan Adams and The Corrs. Their debut album 'For Your Sins' reached number 1 on the UK Independent Album Breakers chart, and they are already preparing their second work for 2026.
The festival's organisation highlights that the combination of a legend like Sting with an emerging band like Dea Matrona reflects Icónica's philosophy: big international names and new proposals with personality.
Concert timings and recommendations
The doors of the Plaza de España will open at 20:00. The festival recommends arriving early to avoid queues and enjoy the monumental surroundings. Sting's concert is scheduled for 22:30, with an estimated duration of two hours.
For those who have not secured a ticket, the organisation reminds that access without a valid ticket will not be permitted, and no giant screen will be set up outside. A shame, as Seville will miss seeing one of the most iconic voices in rock.
Sting's concert marks a milestone for the city, solidifying its position as a destination for major musical events. Icónica Santalucía Sevilla Fest thus concludes its sixth edition with a full house and the feeling that, for one night, the Plaza de España was the centre of the world.
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