Popular French bands. Recommended groups.

Many Western music fans might be thinking, “I know American, British, and Scandinavian rock, but I’m not really familiar with French bands…” Quite a few of you may picture French electro when you think of France’s music scene.

So this time, we’ve gathered popular French bands and recommended groups from across the decades.

While the focus is on rock, the lineup is diverse—ranging from classic progressive rock and, of course, electro, to cutting-edge metal.

Take this opportunity to discover the unique charm of France’s distinctive band sounds.