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Dead Chic release ‘Paris’

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Dive into the Morricone-esque universe with this brand-new track from Dead Chic. “Paris,” the lead single from their upcoming album, is an epic romp through a vast, barren, wild landscape. It starts with an exciting rumble, a distant guitar, a simmering vocal… then the gunshot fires! The horde bursts forth, with fuzz and choirs escalating to a climax. “Paris” is the anthem of an adventure on the great trails, no matter the vehicle.

To visually represent this western-style soundtrack, the band enlisted director Anastasja Black along with producer Rowan Biddiscombe, known for the band’s previous music videos. Filmed in the Tabernas Desert in southern Spain, the music video captures the iconic settings of Spaghetti Western cinema. In a spiritual quest, the characters seek their paths, confronting their own limits and those of their environment until they come together for the final climax.

Dead Chic originally formed from the partnership between Andy Balcon and Damien Félix. They met a few years ago while touring with their respective bands (Heymooshaker and Catfish), frequently crossing paths on the road and catching up backstage to discuss music, idols, and the possibility of collaborating. After a few years without crossing paths, they reconnected in the fall of 2020. Before discussing musical influences, Andy and Damien shared visual references, illustrations, and landscapes that would form the foundation and direction of their work. The idea of working together then took a serious turn, and after some exchanges, “Too Far Gone,” their first track, was released in 2022.

They were then joined by Rémi Ferbus on drums (known for his work with Kimberose, Mélissa Laveaux, among others), who had previously collaborated with Andy; and Mathis Akenginon keyboards, a long-time collaborator of Damien in Catfish. Over the years, through tours and travels, the musicians have honed their skills, enriched their cultural knowledge, and defined their individual styles. The combination of the four immediately sparked.

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Charlie McDonald Turns Loss Into Lush Cinematic Pop With “Time”

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Charlie McDonald isn’t chasing trends — he’s chasing truth. With his second single “Time,” the emerging singer-songwriter delivers a devastatingly beautiful meditation on grief, memory, and the slow erosion of the past. After gaining attention with his debut “You Broke Me” — a quietly viral track that amassed over 120,000 views — McDonald returns with a deeper, darker cut, one that proves he’s more than a one-song storyteller.

The origins of “Time” are heartbreakingly human. While clearing out an old closet, McDonald stumbled upon forgotten photos of a best friend who passed away nine years ago in a car accident. What overwhelmed him wasn’t just the rediscovered snapshots — it was how many memories had already faded. That moment of guilt and emotional paralysis became the seed for “Time,” a track that captures the fragile, cruel nature of remembering.

Sonically, “Time” sits at the intersection of cinematic pop and soulful R&B. Its arrangement is richly atmospheric — echoing the emotional resonance of artists like Labrinth or James Blake. But McDonald’s voice, hushed and heartfelt, keeps everything grounded. It’s the kind of performance that doesn’t ask for attention — it commands it by sheer vulnerability.

There’s a curious serendipity to how the song was born. While walking through a London HMV, McDonald heard Harry Styles’ “Sign of the Times.” Though the two songs share little in sound, the emotional gravity of that moment stayed with him. Hours later, just before attending a Sigur Rós concert, “Time” came to him in one overwhelming wave — and the bones of the song were written in minutes.

For McDonald, “Time” is more than a tribute — it’s a reckoning. It asks what we owe to the people we’ve lost, and what it means when even those memories start to fade. In a world overflowing with disposable pop, McDonald’s work stands as something rare: a song with a pulse, a heart, and a story worth hearing.

https://open.spotify.com/album/3AQinfGCYzzXVNpog8I2Zm?si=CG3D_hunTeOXQsDGoIf9pA

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