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The Sound of French Indie Folk

“The Sound of French Indie Folk” brings together a laid-back and eclectic mix of sounds from both established and under-the-radar French artists who blend folk, pop, and subtle electronic influences. The playlist captures the spirit of French indie music—moody, poetic, and full of quiet intensity—with tracks like Moriarty’s bluesy “Jimmy,” the gently surreal “Sunday With A Flu” by Yodelice, and Laura Cahen’s dreamy “La complainte du soleil.” There’s a mix of French and English lyrics throughout, adding variation without straying too far from its atmospheric roots.

Featuring names like Piers Faccini, Séverin, and Mina Tindle, as well as collaborations like H-Burns and Bertrand Belin’s “La nuit est entrée en lui,” the mood drifts from introspective acoustic ballads to more layered, almost cinematic arrangements. Elements of lo-fi rock, chanson, and soft psych occasionally surface, as in Mustang’s gritty “Pôle emploi/Gueule de bois” or Syd Matters’ “Obstacles.” It’s a collection built for slow mornings, solo walks, or just zoning out with headphones—warm, textured, and subtly adventurous.

Moriarty 4 tracks
Yodelice 3 tracks
Melissa Laveaux 3 tracks
Constance Amiot 3 tracks
Jil Is Lucky 3 tracks
Syd Matters 3 tracks
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