French singer-songwriter Jeanne Louise Galice blends African folk rhythms with electropop, from 'Zanaka' to 'Santa Clara'.
For a quick sense of her groove, try 'Lil Mama' or 'Makeba'. They've got that blend of folk rhythm and pop polish she does so well.
Her sound isn't just French pop, it's built on the African folk and electronic dance music she absorbed growing up. That mix gives songs like 'Makeba' and 'Lil Mama' their specific bounce, a worldly groove that feels both personal and danceable. She won the Victoires de la Musique award for Female Artist of the Year in 2017, but the music itself makes the case.
Her debut album 'Zanaka' arrived in 2015 with 'Makeba' catching ears. She followed with 'Souldier' in 2018 and 'Santa Clara' in 2022, working with producers like Maxime Nucci and Matthieu Chedid along the way. The 2015 video for 'Come' sparked debate, which she defended as about youthful joy.
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