Quebec’s country music scene honors one of its great names 
At the start of 2026, Quebecers’ favorite Saturday-night show, En direct de l’univers, made its grand return to television. To mark January, a very special and deeply loved star took the guest seat: Paul Daraîche.
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A defining figure in Quebec’s country music, one of the most influential singers in the genre, was about to experience an evening to remember.
A surprise invitation that dates back to 2025
Not long ago, the host of the popular Saturday-night show had prepared a big surprise for Paul Daraîche.
Following his appearance on En direct de l’univers to pay tribute to Mario Pelchat, France Beaudoin surprised him by proposing that he would have his own Universe in 2026. The invitation was welcomed with a great deal of emotion.
“I know, Paul, that you have lots of shows coming up on your schedule, but would you have a Saturday free after the holidays so we could do your Universe,” France asked him.
The big night!
Surrounded by friends, family, and several artists he admires, Paul enjoyed a musical tribute rich in emotion, memories, and sparkling moments. A celebration worthy of his career and the love he receives from the public.
Several artists graced the stage to honor Paul, notably Matt Lang, Gildor Roy, France Castel, Mia Tinayre, as well as his son, Dan Daraîche, who came to emphasize this important moment.
The highlights rolled one after another throughout the evening, including the moment when Mia, the winner of Star Académie 2025, and France Castel, who is making an increasingly strong mark in the world of song, performed Tennessee Whiskey for him. A magical moment, simply gorgeous.
In addition to receiving widespread praise for his country music career, Paul Daraîche was also treated to a particularly touching moment with his son, whom the public knows from La Voix.
The latter did not go unnoticed when he stepped on stage to sing and please his father, backed by Matt Lang.
And he wasn’t the only Daraîche family member at the party.
Have you tuned into Paul’s Universe?
We hope so, because it was a night that was simply energetic, moving, and highly entertaining.
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