M. Pokora
Pop · FR · Active since 1985

M. Pokora

Slick French pop and R&B with a heavy emphasis on rhythm and polish. High-energy club anthems and smooth ballads for moments that require maximum confidence.

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M. Pokora delivers a masterclass in the French 'Variété' tradition updated for the 21st-century dancefloor. His sound is characterized by a relentless rhythmic drive, borrowing heavily from American R&B production while maintaining a distinctly European pop sensibility. It is music that feels expensive, meticulously engineered for radio play and massive stage performances, defined by its crisp digital clarity and M. Pokora's agile, smooth vocal delivery.

What truly sets him apart is his ability to pivot between eras. While his early work leaned into the urban R&B sounds of the mid-2000s, his later career has seen him successfully modernize French classics, bringing a contemporary synth-pop sheen to vintage melodies. This versatility allows him to bridge the gap between nostalgic charm and cutting-edge club production, often within the same album.

Start with 'Dangerous' if you want to hear his peak international R&B collaboration era, or dive into 'Cette année-là' to experience his unique talent for reimagining 60s and 70s French pop through a modern, high-energy lens. It is the ideal soundtrack for when you need to feel sharp, energized, and ready for the night.

Matthieu Tota (French pronunciation: [matjø tɔta]; born 26 September 1985), artistically known as Matt Pokora and later M. Pokora (), is a French pop singer. He is very well known for his catchy melodies and smooth vocals. Pokora mostly sings in French but he has also recorded a number of songs in English. In 2016, 2017 and 2025 he served as a coach for The Voice Kids France. He was also a coach in the sixth season of The Voice: la plus belle voix in 2017 alongside Florent Pagny, Mika and Zazie, where his finalist Lisandro Cuxi went on to win the season.
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Our Catalog10 Albums · 2004 · 2025
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