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NEWS 14 maltatoday | WEDNESDAY • 17 APRIL 2024 MTV has announced that Isle of MTV Malta will return to the island's il-Fosos Square on Tues- day, 16th July, with headlining performances from DJ Snake and RAYE. Promising huge, open-air sets, Europe's biggest free Summer festival is held in partnership with the Malta Tourism Authority. Headed to Isle of MTV Malta with a record-breaking six wins at this year's BRIT Awards and over 3.5 billion streams to her name, double-platinum and five platinum singer-songwrit- er RAYE has seen a meteor- ic rise to global stardom over the past year. Having written for the world's biggest artists including John Legend, El- lie Goulding, Khalid, David Guetta, Diplo, and Beyoncé, RAYE's deeply personal debut studio album 'My 21st Centu- ry Blues' has been highly deco- rated - lead single "Escapism." catapulted to fame with hun- dreds of millions of cumulative streams, scoring RAYE her first UK No. 1 and several Top 10s across Australia, Norway, Ire- land, Germany and the Neth- erlands, whilst continuing to dominate international Spotify playlists with over 30 million listeners every month. Multiple platinum record holder and Billion Stream Spo- tify Club member DJ Snake is one of the world's most sought-after DJs and produc- ers. The Parisian powerhouse is responsible for global club anthems "Turn Down For What" (feat. Lil John), "Lean On" (feat. MØ) with Major Lazer and "Let Me Love You" with Justin Bieber, whilst his follow-up single "Taki Taki" united Selena Gomez, Cardi B and Ozuna was a worldwide hit that topped the Global Spot- ify Chart. With a following of 89M+ fans, an upcoming Sum- mer of back to back shows, including Coachella, and a sold-out homecoming show in Paris next Spring, DJ Snake continues to excite dancefloors around the world, soon to in- clude Malta's il-Fosos Square. "Once again we'll be throw- ing the party of the Summer in true MTV style, against the ev- er-magical backdrop of il-Fos- os Square." said Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Tal- ent, Programming & Events, Paramount and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+. "With the incredible talents of DJ Snake and RAYE, plus the support of our longstanding partners at the Malta Tourism Authority, fans should expect another unforgettable Isle of MTV Malta show." "Isle of MTV has become one of the annual highlights in Mal- ta's calendar of events, bring- ing a top music brand and top artists to our Islands for a free concert to be enjoyed by the Maltese and visiting tourists alike. The concert is also broad- cast across the MTV channels giving invaluable exposure to our Islands throughout the year, and attracting tourism to our Islands, said Carlo Micallef CEO of the Malta Tourism Au- thority," said Carlo Micallef, CEO of the Malta Tourism Au- thority. "Isle of MTV Malta stands as a beacon of cultural vibrancy and international allure, trans- forming our island into a global stage where music, energy, and diversity converge. This elec- trifying event not only ignites the passions of music enthusi- asts but also showcases Malta's magnetic charm, captivating visitors with our rich herit- age, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality. It epitomizes Malta's commitment to being a premier destination for un- forgettable experiences, where every beat resonates with the pulse of our island's spirit," said Dr Gavin Gulia, Chairman of the Malta Tourism Author- ity. "Isle of MTV Malta stands as a testament to our nation's commitment to fostering un- forgettable experiences and showcasing Malta's dynam- ic appeal on the global stage. With its pulsating beats and star-studded lineup, this iconic event not only amplifies Mal- ta's reputation as a premier music destination but also fu- els economic growth and fos- ters meaningful connections with visitors from around the world. It is a cornerstone of our tourism strategy, epitomiz- ing Malta's unwavering dedi- cation to innovation, diversity, and excellence in the realm of cultural tourism," said Clayton Bartolo, Minister for Tourism. Over its 15 editions, Isle of MTV Malta has brought tens of thousands of music fans to the square every year to enjoy show-stopping performances from the world's biggest stars, including Lady Gaga, Snoop Dogg, David Guetta and Alesso. The event will broadcast on MTV internationally on Sat- urday 14th September in more than 150 countries, and will livestream on Pluto TV. Ad- ditionally, the show will be available on-demand on Para- mount+ at a later date. The festival will be followed by Isle of MTV Malta Music Week, a series of club nights and parties across the hottest venues on the island with var- ious artists including Benni Benassi, Icona Pop and more from July 16th-21st July. Additional line-up and ticket- ing information will follow. Award-winning RAYE and superstar DJ Snake to headline Isle of MTV Malta 2024 Superstar DJ Snake and multi-award-winning RAYE will headline Isle of MTV Malta 2024 Tourism minister Clayton Bartolo (right) said Isle of MTV Malta stands as a testament to Malta's commitment to fostering unforgettable experiences