Faux Real is the creative vehicle for Franco-American brothers Elliott and Virgile Arndt. Emerging in 2018, the duo quickly established a reputation for 'Faux Realism,' a multidisciplinary approach that treats music, fashion, and highly stylized choreography as a singular art form.
Their sound is a sophisticated blend of 1980s synth-pop, glam rock theatricality, and the rhythmic urgency of contemporary dance-pop. Critically, they are often compared to artists who prioritize the visual and performative, such as Sparks or early Prince, but with a modern, self-aware edge. Their career arc saw them building momentum through a series of EPs and high-energy live performances before releasing their definitive debut full-length, 'Faux Ever,' in 2024. They occupy a unique cultural space as 'fashion-forward' musicians, frequently appearing in high-end style contexts while maintaining an underground indie credibility. Their influence web connects the art-rock experimentation of Wild Beasts with the queer-coded performance art of Lynks, making them a central fixture in the modern European avant-pop scene.
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