Hifi Romance

Description

Nourished by pop, hip-hop, and a good dose of music theory, Antoine Pesle's first electronic tracks emerged from his machines in 2005. In 2013, he released *Amour Lemon*, his first EP blending Italo disco and French boogie, which already showcased his qualities as a demanding self-taught producer. Before changing everything. A solitary conductor of his aesthetic desires, it was his meeting with Juliette Armanet that allowed him to fully realize his potential. Like a musical sparring partner, he became co-producer (with Marlon B) and principal arranger of her debut album, *Petite Amie*. Together, they patiently nurtured the beauty of simple piano-vocal demos, transforming them into new classics of sparkling French *chanson*. Finally, in 2019, he released his first album, *HiFi Romance*, a sound to fall in love with, by a faithful lover of sound. This genuine album, across eleven tracks, unfolds a soft, deliciously melancholic, and enveloping atmosphere. It evokes the beauty of early Phoenix and Air productions, and even a touch of João Gilberto. A close, intimate voice. Drums without reverb. Pop that is both solid and gentle, without overt showmanship. Antoine Pesle pours all his exacting standards, erudition, and French flair into it. But the effectiveness is now elsewhere. One is captivated from the very first listen, with the urge to pull over to the side of the road and let oneself be charmed by the radio. And to listen to this album on repeat. It was urgent to wait.