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Marion and Yzit reunite on stage in Antananarivo

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Malagasy artists Marion and Yzit reunited on stage at a concert held at the Mahamasina National Palace of Culture and Sports in Antananarivo. The show, marking Marion’s 20-year career, was sold out and brought together several artists, according to NewsMada.

The Malagasy duo Y-Mar, formed by Marion and Yzit, reunited on stage on Sunday afternoon at the National Palace of Culture and Sports in Mahamasina, Antananarivo. Yzit joined Marion to mark the end of the singer’s 20-year stage career, according to NewsMada.

The concert was sold out. The two artists performed “Tsy Hangina” with Tiavina, while rapper Tongue Nat joined them for “Hello Darling”. Yzit also sang “Fo Mijaly” solo, and Marion performed “Lay Tia Anao” in the fan zone. The production featured giant screens, lighting effects and a large stage, despite a few technical problems.

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