Popular French bands. Recommended groups.

Un autre mondeTéléphone

TELEPHONE – Un autre monde (Clip officiel)

Téléphone is a band that represents the French rock scene.

Formed in 1976, they have continued to gain popularity with their unique sound that blends rock and pop rock.

They released their debut album, “Téléphone,” in 1977 and produced hit songs such as “Cendrillon” and “Un autre Monde.” They are also known for their longevity as a band, performing over 470 concerts during their ten years of activity and achieving the remarkable feat of selling more than 10 million albums in total.

They are a captivating band recommended not only for those interested in French rock but also for anyone seeking to discover new music.

Autre TempsAlcest

Alcest – Autre Temps [official music video]

Alcest is a post-black metal band from France.

Founded in 2000 by Stéphane Paut, they evolved from black metal into shoegaze and post-metal.

Their 2005 EP “Le Secret” is said to have pioneered the genre known as “blackgaze.” On their 2014 album “Shelter,” they completely removed metal influences to create a pure shoegaze record, then returned to a blackgaze sound with the 2016 album “Kodama.” Paut’s fantastical childhood experiences are said to be the wellspring of their music.

Their heavy sound and dreamlike worldview are captivating, making them a recommended band for those seeking a new musical experience.

Ride with the sunFairyland

Fairyland – Ride with the sun

Fairyland is a symphonic power metal band from France, known for music that paints a grand, fantastical world.

Their 2009 release, Score to a New Beginning, is their third studio album and depicts the final chapter of the fantasy world Osyhria.

Centered around songs primarily written by the band’s founder, Philippe Giordana, the album is acclaimed for its originality and technical polish, fusing the energetic riffs of power metal with the lavish arrangements of symphonic metal.

Fans of Blind Guardian and Rhapsody of Fire should definitely check them out.

Corrupted EpignosisArkhon Infaustus

Corrupted Epignosis

Arkhon Infaustus, a blackened death metal band that France is proud of.

Formed in 1997, they are known for a sound that fuses black metal and death metal.

Their music is characterized by an aggressive style featuring distorted, raspy vocals, double-bass drumming, and prominent use of synthesizers.

They made their debut in 2001 with the album “Hell Injection,” and have since released numerous works including “Filth Catalyst” and “Perdition Insanabilis.” Their lyrics, which explore themes of Satanism and anti-Christianity, have also drawn attention, securing them an important place in the blackened death metal scene.

Highly recommended for those seeking an extreme, dark sound.

Coming OutFatals Picards

Fatals Picards – Coming Out

Les Fatals Picards are a comedy rock band active in France’s punk rock scene.

Since their formation in 1996, they have continued to deliver socially conscious messages laced with humor and irony.

In 2007, they represented France at the Eurovision Song Contest, finishing 22nd.

This appearance significantly boosted their recognition both at home and abroad.

Albums such as Pamplemousse Mécanique and Le sens de la gravité achieved strong results on the French charts.

They also put a lot of effort into producing live albums, continuing to captivate their fans.

They’re a recommended band for those who want to think about social issues through music.

AcrobatesL.E.J

L.E.J – Acrobates

LEJ, a trio of women who brought a fresh breeze to the French music scene, began their career in 2013.

Their medley “Summer 2015,” posted on YouTube in 2015, became a massive hit, surpassing 64 million views and catapulting them to global attention.

Their appeal lies in a unique style that fuses pop, rap, and classical music.

In 2017, they won the Stage Revelation award at the Victoires de la Musique, and in 2018 they released their long-awaited first original album, marking further artistic growth.

Their tight harmonies and innovative arrangements featuring the cello are particularly striking.

Blending fresh sensibility with solid musicianship, their music is highly recommended for anyone interested in new sounds.

Pathetic LiarGRIP INC

Pathetic Liar

Grip Inc.

is a project launched by Dave Lombardo, former drummer of Slayer, and a band that represents American alternative metal/heavy metal.

Formed in Los Angeles in 1993 and active until their breakup in 2006, they continually captivated metal fans with a sound defined by aggressive, complex rhythms and dynamic guitar work.

Their music is known for its innovative approach that goes beyond the traditional framework of metal.

The album Nemesis, released on February 25, 1997, is a work that showcases their musical identity to the fullest.

Their music, which helped expand the diversity and depth of metal, continues to influence subsequent bands to this day.