So Frenchy So Chic 2020: Nouvelle Vague

The French popsters return to Brisbane.
Sarah Ward
November 08, 2019

Overview

It's that time again, Francophiles: time to get your fix of the European nation's best music. Every year, So Frenchy So Chic heads to Brisbane Powerhouse with a stellar act to knock your French-loving socks off. And this year, they've gone big.

Consider yourself a fan of all things from the country in question, plus 80s new wave music and bossa nova? Then, consider yourself a fan of Nouvelle Vague. The beloved performers return to Australia to unleash their chilled out covers — and you can return for a dose of Gallic music bliss. They came to Brissie a few years back, but they're back with more of their French pop tunes to celebrate their 15th anniversary.

If you're keen on French cinema, you might've noticed that the group's name actually means new wave; spanning sources of inspiration of both the screen and sound kind, they're certainly dedicated to their cause. Highlights of their career output to date include their own takes on Joy Division's 'Love Will Tear Us Apart', Echo & The Bunnymen's 'The Killing Moon', Blondie's 'Heart of Glass' and Violent Femmes' 'Blister in the Sun'.

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