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The Rémi Panossian Trio celebrates its 15th anniversary with their 8th studio album 88888888, recorded in Seoul in 2024.
A musical journey in the colors of Asia, inspired by their many tours across the continent.
Available everywhere, anytime!
Enfant terrible, jazz’s black sheep, free spirit: daoud is hard to define, but it’s clear he doesn’t do much like everyone else. A revelation of the moment, he has broken free from the codes only to shake them up. His music, born from a feeling of not fitting in, defies conventions without trying to please, captivating as much as it challenges—reaching both curious newcomers and seasoned purists.
An undeniable talent, an experienced musician, and a skilled communicator, daoud has everything it takes to succeed.
His new album ok was released last Friday. Today, we say: welcome!
Célia Kameni’s first EP, MEDUSE, was released on Friday, August 29th, on Naïve Records.
Through her songs, she explores the duality of Medusa, a symbol of both fragility and hidden strength within each of us. Her deep voice brings intense emotions to life, making them resonate with authenticity.
Grab your headphones!
And join us on September 25th at Les Étoiles for the EP release party.
A cosmic sneak peek at saxophonist Donny McCaslin’s upcoming album Lullaby for the Lost, out everywhere now!
Some artistic encounters make a big impact — the one between Blake Mills and Pino Palladino is clearly one of them. After a well-received debut album, the duo returns with That Wasn’t a Dream, out on August 22, 2025. The first single, “Taka” is already available!
BOWIE SYMPHONIC WITH THE CANNES NATIONAL ORCHESTRA
Rediscover Bowie’s work on September 21 at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes through this bold symphonic reinterpretation, celebrating the White Duke’s unmatched place in 20th-century music history. An innovative challenge worthy of David Bowie’s extraordinary legacy. As Miles Davis once said, music is above all a matter of casting — a subtle art where each talent finds its rightful place.
This ambitious project captures the essence of Bowie’s melodies while offering a fresh narrative. Blending pop-rock influences with jazz nuances, the carefully curated repertoire pays tribute to a composer who left a lasting mark on 20th-century music.
An all-star cast includes:
Éric Varion – Conductor / Vincent Artaud – Arrangements / Hugh Coltman & Krystle Warren – Vocals / Stéphane Belmondo – Trumpet / Bojan Z – Piano / Concept and Artistic Direction – Ludovic Chazalon & Rhino Jazz(s) Festival
A dose of Y2K RnB, a touch of 70s funk, a hint of house with a pop twist — that’s Astels, the duo blending the best of genres and retro aesthetics. An irresistible cocktail we’re thrilled to add to the GiantSteps menu!
Busty and the Bass is a collective of musicians who blend electro, soul, hip-hop, and funk, and prove to be truly effective. Born out of a jam session at McGill University, the band quickly made a name for themselves, moving within just a few months from private parties to major international stages.
After their third studio album, Forever Never Cares, which was well received by critics, Busty and the Bass released The Mannequin on February 6, 2025, an EP that highlights a new sonic direction for the group. Expanding their experiments with genres and textures, the project showcases the band’s timeless evolution, balancing the soulful mastery of dance tracks that earned them their reputation with more stripped-down moments.
Echoing the Stonewall riots of 1969, this new single offers a powerful preview of the highly anticipated debut album from rising LGBTQIA+ figure Dressed Like Boys. Delicate piano, elevated by cello from Frederik Daelemans (Tamino), gives life to “Stonewall Riots Forever”—an art pop anthem that is as tender as it is defiant.
Following the release of his EP “Portrait-robot”, which has accumulated nearly 150,000 streams, Charlie Motto returns with a remixed version: “Portrait-robot (remixes)”.
Featuring guests: EiyiE (from the FLIRT collective), S DIAMAH (Yoa, Joanna), Nora Korra, girl_irl, and izid99 (Balthazar Picard).Five electronic music producers who have taken the club aesthetic of “Portrait-robot” even further.
Visionary saxophonist and composer Donny McCaslin returns with Glitch, a two-track EP that marks the start of a new wave of music leading to his unrelenting and visceral new album Lullaby for the Lost (due September on Edition Records).
Composed in Seoul for the pianist’s daughter, the new single Nena is now available on all streaming platforms! Released on the Naïve Records label, this melodious ballad with pop undertones stands out with its captivating loops — sometimes melancholic, sometimes light — evoking all the softness and tenderness of this resolutely jazz-inspired dedication.
Celia Kameni releases today the beautiful and deeply personal folk ballad “I Do”, a tribute to Joni Mitchell and the second single from her upcoming debut EP. The project blends contemporary soul, melancholic folk, and ambient influences, and is co-produced by LaBlue (Enchantée Julia, Astronne) and Janoya (Bonnie Banane).
A wonderful reminder ahead of her Méduse tour, which kicks off on June 6 at the Opéra de Lille and will continue through 2026, with a stop at Les Étoiles in Paris on September 25 for the EP release party!
The Anglo-Caribbean singer ALA.NI is releasing her new single Something You Said, out on May 14 on the No Format label. A real treat for our ears.
In this track, the internationally acclaimed artist (Iggy Pop, Lakeith Stanfield) singer ALA.NI tells the story of a budding love affair. She combines her delicate vocals with guitar and cello, all in a jazz and bossa nova style. The result is a gentle song that is both romantic and nostalgic.
The album will be released on September 19, but in the meantime, see you at Jazz à la Villette on September 6 for the release party!
