The appalling year of 2020 is now behind us but while waiting for breaking the curse, let’s clear our heads and turn on new vibes.
These three artists are fully passionate, exceptionally talented and tremendously vivid -get ready to update your playlist with Clou, Jean Castel and Jay Cobain.
1. Clou
Credits: Instagram @cloumusic
Who are you?
I’m Anne-Claire, but my friends call me Clou, the distortion of Anne-Clown, my childhood nickname. I’m a Parisian singer-songwriter. I’m introverted but strong-willed, fashion-victim but conscious, obsessive but forgiving. My greatest pleasure is to share my songs with the public.
Was there a moment/meeting that stood out most to you?
When I met Dan Levy, half of The Dø, he arranged and produced my album “Orages”. He was a fantastic coach, gave me confidence… In short, he changed everything.
Who would you like to collaborate with?
I deeply admire Paul Simon or Régina Spektor, whom I deeply admire in the realm and pure dreams. I’m even ready to play the triangle with them.
2. Jean Castel
Credits: Instagram @jeancastelmusic
Who are you?
I’m an author/composer/performer/director. I also work on projects with artists like Lewis Capaldi… I’m from Bordeaux, lived in the US for 6years and just moved to Paris.
Was there a moment/meeting that stood out most to you?
Spike Stent, an amazing mixer whom I had the chance to work with, is humble and has an incredible career.
I met Justin Bieber by coincidence at a party; his humanity surprised me in a very good way.
Who would you like to collaborate with?
I’d love to work with Kendrick Lamar, Franck Ocean or Tame Impala. They’ve unique melodies, and I’m curious to see what we can produce together.
3. Jay Cobain
Credits: Instagram @itsjaycobain
Who are you?
I’m just a Black-British-Christian dude who likes to make music and express creativity in every way possible.
Was there a moment/meeting that stood out most to you?
Touring in America and hanging out with Fall Out Boy before shows… The singer Seal at Coachella 2019 gave me a lot of advice about life.
Who would you like to collaborate with?
I’d love to collaborate with Kanye or Pharrell. I create my own music from the production to the vocals so would be cool to have their creative input in both areas.
From various backgrounds, different styles and unique identities, they will rhythm your daily life this year. So… stay all ears!