Carte Blanche

Carte Blanche sounds like the intersection of a vintage vinyl crate and a state-of-the-art Parisian club sound system. It is music that breathes with the warmth of 1970s disco and funk, but hits with the precision and weight of modern electronic production. You can hear the crackle of a needle on a record just before a massive, sidechained kick drum takes over the room. It is sophisticated yet unpretentious, designed for movement.

What makes this project distinctive is the 'license to do anything' philosophy of its members, DJ Mehdi and Riton. They avoid the sterile cleanliness of some EDM, instead opting for a gritty, saturated texture that feels alive. The vocal chops are rhythmic and percussive, used more as melodic instruments than narrative devices. It captures a specific era of the Ed Banger sound where the focus shifted from distorted electro back to the soulful roots of house music.

Start with the 'Black Billionaires EP' to hear their signature blend of heavy rhythms and lush, orchestral soul samples. It is the perfect entry point for anyone who loves the classic French Touch but wants something with more muscle and a slightly darker, more cinematic edge.