Yelle

Yelle, fronted by Julie Budet, has established a global presence with their unique French electropop sound, attracting collaborations with notable producers and artists. After their track ‘Je veux te voir’ garnered significant attention on MySpace in 2005 and subsequently reached the top five in France in 2006, Yelle, fronted by lead singer Julie Budet, quickly secured a record deal. Their distinctive French electropop sound, crafted in collaboration with producer Jean-François Perrier (GrandMarnier), defined their debut album, Pop Up, released in 2007. This album featured successful singles including ‘Je veux te voir’ and ‘A cause des garçons.’ That same year, Tepr (Tanguy Destable) joined the band as a touring keyboardist and later contributed to studio recordings.

Yelle’s growing recognition also led to a feature on Fatal Bazooka’s number-one song ‘Parle à ma main’ in 2007, and by March 2008, they were featured as MTV’s Artist of the Week, underscoring their burgeoning international appeal. In 2010, Yelle established their independent record label, Recreation Center, gaining creative control over their musical direction. This was followed by the release of their second album, Safari Disco Club, in 2011. Their global presence continued to expand, culminating in a notable opportunity to open for Katy Perry’s California Dreams Tour across the UK in 2011.

Their fourth album, L’Ère du Verseau, was released in 2020, featuring the single ‘Je t’aime encore’ which also dropped that same year. Through a consistent output of music and high-profile performances, Yelle maintains a substantial international following, continuing to captivate audiences with their unique artistry and electrifying live shows.