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curated | bon entendeur

To celebrate this year’s Igloofest happening in Montreal from the 16th of January until 8th of February, Schön! asked three unique and dynamic artists to curate a selection of songs to get a better insight into the music & artists that inspire them. For the final curated feature in support of the festival, we sit down with French musical collective Bon Entendeur who are known for blending electronic music with spoken word elements.  With 25 million streams to their name, Bon Entendeur has evolved beyond just music—they’ve built a brand. Their curated events, including the sought-after summer parties at the Parisian “péniche” La Madrague, attract thousands of fans.

Hey, what are you up to right now?

First of all, we’ve been resting as much as possible after a pretty exhausting winter tour (20 shows in 12 countries). We’re also taking advantage of this downtime before our upcoming U.S. tour to spend time in studio.

If someone asked you what your origin story was, how would you describe it?

Two childhood friends (20 years of friendship) who share a common passion for music. Initially, we just wanted to share the music we loved and discovered through a blog, but life had other plans.

Describe your style in 3 words

Sunny, vintage, positive.

What is the most precious thing in your wardrobe?

An old 1960 Omega Seamaster that belonged to my grandfather. It holds a lot of sentimental value for me.

What was the last book you read?

“Lucky Luciano Testament”: a journey through 1920s New York, right before Prohibition. It follows the story of poor young Italian immigrants who, without realizing it, create one of the most powerful mafias in the world. The story of Las Vegas, for instance, is intimately tied to theirs… This book must be around 600 pages, and I devoured it in just a few weeks.

If you could play at any venue, which one would it be?

During a sunset at Burning Man.

Where are you happiest?

On stage after a long calm period, and at home in the warmth after a long tour.

Ideal 3-course meal?

It would definitely revolve around the Mediterranean. For starters, an assortment (vine leaves, big Greek olives, tarama, and hummus). For the main course, we head to Italy with a good pasta dish. For dessert, Corsican clementines with Fiadone.

What’s one song that you’d like to listen to the first time again?

“Always On My Mind” by Marbert Rocel.

An underrated song/artist you love?

Pip Millett.

The track that describes your coming-of-age story?

“Machu Picchu” by The Strokes, the Proustian madeleine of the day I got my high school diploma.

An album that you’d put in a time capsule?

“Moon Safari” by Air or “Wolfgang Amadeus” by Phoenix.

A lyric that you love and the song it’s from?

“« Plus on est de fous mieux on évite la camisole » dans « Toucher l’horizon » d’Oxmo Puccino

A track that reminds you of a happy moment? ​​

“Brazilian Soul” by The Knocks.

A song that you discovered recently that you love?

“Pictures of You” by Drugdealer.

Best record to get you out of a funk?

“Daylight Doom” by Moto Bandit.

What’s the last song you searched for on Spotify?

“Perfidia” by Phyllis Dillon and “One” by Harry Nilsson.

A song you wish you wrote?

“Les moulins de mon Coeur” by Michel Legrand.

Catch Bon Entendeur at this year’s Igloofest in Montreal which runs from January 16th to February 8th. Tickets are available now.