French Indie Playlist is an online platform aimed at showcasing emerging francophone artists. They accept submissions from indie pop, rock and dream pop artists with lyrics in any language – offering playlist additions and social network shares for every song that makes the cut! Submit your track here today to be considered for inclusion!
Luke, a French alternative rock band, has earned themselves an avid following due to their emotive and poetic lyrics and powerful guitar sound, not to mention their lively live shows.
Novoroma
Novoroma is an independent French music media that promotes alternative indie pop, rock, electro and chanson francaise music. They accept submissions from artists with lyrics in any language to showcase new talent; should your track be chosen they will provide detailed feedback, play it on their FM radio show and share it across social networks as well as writing articles or conducting interviews about your piece if it catches their interest. Submit your track here.
MOWNO is a French music review and photography magazine that showcases their team’s favorite discoveries. They accept submissions of indie pop, dream pop and electronica with lyrics in any language for consideration for playlist additions, live reports, article coverage and social media shares. If chosen they will add it to their Spotify playlist for two to four weeks as well as share it with followers.
Neo Radio, an independent FM radio station based out of France, aims to promote indie and experimental projects. They welcome submissions from indie pop, electropop, singer-songwriters, rock artists like Agar Agar or Pomme; should your song be selected, it will be broadcasted live on FM radio as well as shared across their website and social media channels.
French Indie Playlist
French indie pop has quickly become an immensely popular genre over recent years, thanks to its catchy beats and dreamy vocals. Influenced by various styles ranging from rock, hip hop and even classical music MC Sopico draws his style inspiration from French legend Booba and contemporary hip-hop artists while his thoughtful lyrics pay homage to classic poets such as Jacques Brel.
Therapy TAXI are another popular up and coming artist to keep an eye on. Their eclectic sound fuses elements from pop, rock, and hip hop genres in an irreverent mix that defies labels. Their song Hit Sale has been played over 45 million times on YouTube; making them definitely ones to keep an eye out for!
French artists include New Wave group Indochine, who enjoyed massive popularity during the 1980s with their single L’aventurier. Since then they have released 13 albums and their songs have been used on multiple soundtracks. Other noteworthy French acts include Louise Attaque whose hits were more political in nature; Noir Desir were one of France’s first popular post-punk bands with songs like Back to Cruelty that showcase their post-punk style; plus there is also an established metal scene, spearheaded by groups such as Sortilege and ADX leading it all.
Riptide Mag
Riptide Mag is an independent bodyboarding magazine created by Cronulla bodyboarder Dave O’Connor and features all things related to bodyboarding from professionals you know to local blokes making movies with friends.
Forward-thinking producers HAELIUM and Kasztan join forces to bring you the hypnotic single “DOR”. A maelstrom of sensation, “DOR” features fluttering arpeggios and melancholic chord progressions which bring on feelings unknown to any language. Syncopated hi-hats flit around a central kick drum while side chained basslines drive an arrangement towards greater angular complexity.
Born and raised in France, HAELIUM is no stranger to the music industry. Boasting an ear for melodic composition, his musical identity is informed by influences like Ravel, Tennyson, Bonobo, Moderat and Jon Hopkins; these can all be found within his production ‘DOR’ which draws from these elements alongside Brazilian samba, poolside disco and neo-futuristic pop elements. Kasztan now based in Australia has gained global support through publications like This Song Is Sick, Magnetic 6AM Group and XLR8R publications among many others.
MOWNO
Ejimive, an Anglo-Nigerian living in Coventry, makes an impactful debut album as an electro-musical force with tribal, satureese and melodic influences that promises an enjoyable surprise. An electro-musical hybrid that blends drone music, electro noise music, avant progressive musical pieces as well as tribal influences into one delightful experience is what Ejimive delivers here – you won’t want to miss this surprise treat.
At the beginning of 2016, she earned widespread acclaim thanks to the release of her debut EPs. International critics such as The Wire, Pitchfork and ATP all recommended her music.
Pamplemousse made its debut on Reunion Island in 2017 with his self-titled debut album released through A Tant Rever du Roi. Their blend of garage noise mixed with electro blues abrasion has received critical acclaim both locally (Heatwave, New Noise) and internationally (Magic, Rough Trade and KEXP).
Shards will be recorded at Black Box in Angers in 2022 under producer Peter Deimel (former member of Chokebore and Shellac). Produced by this trio’s music remains both electric and fiery; tension can be felt within its framework while an eruption is imminent. At once reminiscent of Sonic Youth, Fugazi and Pavement bands from the 90s; yet also drawing influence from bands such as Girls Vs Boys Murderous Intent Boy etc
Natalia de Mitri
Natalia de Mitri is a Russian contemporary artist known for her distinctive approach to glamour. Combining her experience as a fashion model with art training has shaped her work immensely, yet she remains sensitive enough to translate materialistic dimensions into thick layers of vivid art. Working in spray paint, magazine collage, oil and acrylic she prefers airbrush techniques as her signature feature featuring feminine bodies juxtaposed against geometric structures.
French Indie Blog
French indie music boasts a distinctive sound that marries elements of rock, pop, and chanson. While many French bands are internationally-acclaimed, others have much smaller fan bases. Jane Birkin stands out with her timeless songs which have won her many fans; she has collaborated with artists such as Serge Gainsbourg while creating hit albums.
In the 1920s, several indie-rock groups first rose to fame. La Femme and Christine and the Queens became internationally acclaimed acts, while comedy electro-rock band Shaka Ponk and art rock group Moodoid also garnered widespread acclaim. Meanwhile, heavy metal bands like Gojira and CHA had great international success during this decade.
Aquarium Drunkard was established in 2005 as one of the original indie music blogs online, featuring news, reviews and live events related to up-and-coming artists as well as interviews with established musicians. A must-read for any indie music fan!