« Paradize », the last installment of a post-glam trilogy that began with « Wax » in 1997, is proof that Indochine has managed to recover from everything: the Inconnus, the departure of its members, and the death of a brother. The unique pilot today, Nicola Sirkis, has enlisted formidable musicians and a few carefully selected collaborators (Ann Scott, Melissa Auf Der Maur, Gérard Manset, etc.) before embarking on new gothic adventures despite trends and sarcasm. Refusing compromises and trendy hooks (Tricky, preferred to Daft Punk, is currently remixing tracks), Sirkis has succeeded in making the musical identity of his band a trademark that continues to captivate crowds. No more French industrial rock than historical sub-Cure, Indochine ultimately sounds very Indo as evidenced by Le Manoir, Electra Star, Mao Boy, or Le Grand Secret, crafted with Gareth Jones (Depeche Mode) and Phil Delire (Bashung). Indochine, having become a band apart in many respects, here gives a beautiful lesson in independence to an industry reduced to its cynicism, which would like to make us forget that only palpable illusions, fiery songs, and those who bring them to life truly matter.