Isolde Lasoen

Isolde Lasoen creates a world that feels like a lost 1960s film noir set in modern-day Brussels. Her music is a lush, widescreen blend of orchestral pop and vocal jazz, where every drum fill is a deliberate piece of punctuation. It is sophisticated without being cold, carrying a certain Belgian charm that balances high-art ambition with melodic accessibility.

What truly distinguishes her is the dual role of drummer and frontwoman. Unlike many vocalists who treat rhythm as a backdrop, Lasoen builds her songs from the kit up, often incorporating vibraphones and rich brass arrangements that give the music a tactile, shimmering quality. Her voice is breathy and evocative, frequently switching between French and English to capture a specific European 'yé-yé' nostalgia.

Start with her 2023 album 'Oh Dear' to hear her at her most confident. It perfectly encapsulates her ability to blend dramatic, cinematic swells with intimate, smoky club vibes. It is the ideal soundtrack for anyone who loves the intersection of Serge Gainsbourg's production and modern indie-pop sensibilities.