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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!
Following up the beloved and critically acclaimed concept album The Bird of a Thousand Voices, Master pianist/composer Tigran Hamasyan returns this fall with brand new music /singles from his forthcoming as of yet unnamed early 2026 Naïve/Believe release. Be the first to hear the new music and band live on November 8th at le Trianon !
One year after the release of their first EP Lost In A New Era, the duo Astels is back stronger than ever with their debut album The Meeting : a bold fusion of pop, house, RnB, and funk. Blending dancefloor energy with deep introspection, this album reflects the duo’s artistic encounter, their journey and struggles facing the music industry, made with their signature modern touch, ready to leave a lasting impact.
“This song has always been a beginning for me, an introduction that allows me to reveal my inner world. Every concert starts with it. Like a flash, a memory, I have always visualized, while singing it, this maritime scenery—with me in the middle, in contemplation, peaceful and deeply sensitive at the same time.” We invite you to discover the stunningly beautiful music video right here.
Son nouvel EP « Portrait-Robot » est disponible depuis vendredi, et elle sera le 25 février à Londres, le 27 à Manchester et le 28 février à Bristol en première partie des concerts de Zaho de Sagazan !
Composed of a singer and a multi-instrumentalist, Astels creates a bold fusion of retro aesthetics from the ’80s and ’90s, blending funk, hip-hop, and house. Catch them at La Petite Halle de la Villette, with their debut album set for release this spring!
It’s an honor to welcome Ala.ni to GiantSteps. Her songs recall the lush musicals of Broadway, yet they are performed like intimate chamber folk—minimalist and serene. Their grace hangs by a thread, carried primarily by Ala.ni’s captivating vocal performance.
Stay tuned for more updates soon… a true gem is on the way!
