So Frenchy. So Chic Live - Moriarty & Cocoon - Melb 25 Nov
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A world far away from the clich�s of accordions, berets and baguettes is the sophisticated indie music scene in France, and this November two of its most popular acts are heading to Australia in what will be an unforgettable double bill with Cocoon and Moriarty.
Given that the French invented the word genre, it shouldn�t be surprising that the nation�s pop charts are packed with different musical styles. Every year the So Frenchy So Chic compilations invite Australian music lovers to explore that diverse world, with this year�s live concerts spotlighting the lo-fi, intelligent and acoustic sounds of hipster folk such as Cocoon and Moriarty.
Cocoon is a male-female duo of Mark Daumail and Morgane Imbeaud, self described (and perhaps with tongues-in-cheek) as a folk-pop version of The White Stripes. Their close harmonic, heartfelt and charming sound has been inspired by singer-songwriters from the introspective Nick Drake and Elliot Smith right up to modern �new folk� such as Sufjan Stevens. This isn�t campfire happy clappy folk � just a review of their CD titles reveals a darkness in I Hate Birds and My Friends All Died In A Plane Crash.
Cocoon has truly emerged in France with gold album sales and frequent airplay, disproving the once-held theory that the French dislike their pop sung in English. Besides Cocoon�s catchy original songs, Australian audiences are sure to love their unique covers, including their surprisingly delicate and enchanting take on the disco classic Kung Fu Fighting. Their sweet, moving and quietly brilliant album will be released here by Cartell in October.
Moriarty takes its cue from the worlds of Depression era American folk and European cabaret. This stripped-back ensemble comprises four men on various acoustic instruments fronted by haunting vocals of the enigmatic Rosemary. Also singing in English and with a sound that�s been variously described as early Neil Young, folk, country, blues, jazz and even Americana, the one absolute of this mysterious group is that their sound is irresistible.
Like Cocoon, Moriarty is one of France�s best kept secrets � although not in their homeland where their album Gee Whiz But This Is A Lonesome Town has gone gold. It will also be released here in October by Cartell, featuring the instantly memorable and internationally popular track, Jimmy.
The SFSC albums have sold over 90,000 copies and previous tours with stars Emilie Simon and Nouvelle Vague have sold out around the country. Now Australian audiences have the chance to discover two of France�s tres chic hipster folk scene that�s captivating the world with Cocoon and Moriarty.
Prince Bandroom Melbourne - Wednesday 25th November (Over 18's ONLY)
Tickets $56.50 + booking fee