Rising French singer Barbara Weldens reportedly collapsed and died in the middle of a concert.

The 35 year-old-singer reportedly suffered cardiac arrest while performing on stage at a church in the small south-west French village of Gourdon.

Her performance was part of the Leo Ferre festival.

Local media reports indicate Weldens was reportedly electrocuted but the BBC, reports police are still investigating the cause of death.

Weldens was an up-and-coming singer and had won a young talent award after releasing her first album this year.

According to her website, Weldens grew up in the circus before deciding to become a singer.