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Shakira’s Madrid residency shows how major concert tours are changing

Shakira’s Madrid residency shows how major concert tours are changing

Shakira held a long residency in Madrid, with her run ending on October 12.

The Colombian singer performed 13 dates in the city, at a venue built for the occasion.

The shows were designed as a wider musical experience, and fans travelled from around the world to attend.

This reflects a shift among some major artists toward playing more shows in fewer cities, rather than following a traditional tour route.

Concert residencies have a long history in Las Vegas, but newer versions have also taken place in Munich and other cities.

The format can bring audiences to the artist, though it does not apply to every performer and artists may still tour between cities.

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