On the longest day of the year, June 21, we celebrate music, joie de vivre and the summer solstice with you! The idea behind the Fête de la Musique, which goes back to the initiative of the then French Minister of Culture Jack Lang in 1981, is to welcome the summer together with musicians in public spaces. This was also the case on the grounds of Berlin's Kulturbrauerei. At the final Fête event in the Kesselhaus, we will be presenting new sounds and innovative music from France from 11 pm. Sainte Nicole and Chien Méchant will be performing this year. As always, admission is free.
Nous aimons la musique! Let's celebrate this day of music and life together! The French Night is a collaboration between the Centre national de la musique, the Fête de la musique and the Kesselhaus in the Kulturbrauerei.
Sainte Nicole
Like in a painting by Caravaggio, in which light and shadow meet, Sainte Nicole loves contrasts. Behind her ambitious façade lies a voice that takes us into the depths of her soul - gentle, engaging and full of questions. Her debut EP "Vanité" was released in March 2024 and explores the search for identity, belonging and sexuality. Musically, she moves between pop, deep bass, electronic beats and vintage synths - inspired by artists such as Billie Eilish, Polo&Pan and Mylène Farmer. The release brought her over a million streams, a sold-out release show at Boule Noire and placements in well-known playlists. Sainte Nicole works independently, but has built up a dedicated team. With over 30 concerts a year - including at the Trianon, the Delta Festival and Les Trois Baudets - she delights audiences with her strong stage presence and the dynamic support of her duo Chillroom.
https://saintenicole.bandcamp.com
Chien Méchant
Perhaps this warning is no longer necessary - because there is no vicious dog lurking behind the fence, but a duo that inspires with joie de vivre and musical wit. Gabriel - known as a wild drummer (for Terrenoire, Cola Boyy, among others) - meets Facundo, the wizard of synthesizers with a penchant for unusual shirts. Together they are Chien Méchant: two friends who met at the hairdresser's and at school and now unite groove, funk, rock and synthpop in a unique way. Their first, self-titled EP release revealed the breadth of their musical influences and paved the way for their upcoming debut album - a cinematic work inspired by John Carpenter, produced with Ouai Stéphane and GrandMarnier. Ten songs that playfully transcend genre boundaries - from the dancefloor anthem "Nuit Blanche" to the introspective synth ballad "Sens Contraire". Live, the band is an experience: flashing synths, hypnotic beats and an endless invitation to dance. But beware - Chien Méchant is far more than just a party band.
https://chienmechant.bandcamp.com/album/m-tamorphose
The French Night is a collaboration between the Centre national de la musique, the Fête de la musique and the Kesselhaus in the Kulturbrauerei - and is presented by Tip Berlin, What The France, Untoldency and Two Tickets.