Take Me Out : Au Pairs en concert à Paris (Les Femmes S'en Mêlent)

Formed in the late 1970s, during the post-punk era, Au Pairs distinguished themselves by combining politically engaged and feminist themes with a rhythmic, danceable sound influenced by funk.

Take Me Out, Petit Bain & Les Femmes S'en Mêlent present… Au Pairs in concert! AU PAIRS Au Pairs is a post-punk band originally formed in 1978. By 1983, the initial line-up had disbanded. After a long hiatus, the band reformed with a new line-up that includes original singer, Lesley Woods. The current line-up features Estella Adeyeri (from Big Joanie) on bass, Alex Ward (known for collaborations with Thurston Moore and Pere Ubu) on guitar, and Jem Doulton (also associated with Thurston Moore) on drums. They are currently undertaking their first major UK tour in over 40 years, revisiting their 1981 debut album, "Playing with a Different Sex", while also showcasing new material in anticipation of a recording planned for later in the year. In February 2026, the band played a series of sold-out shows in Arnhem, Venlo, Leiden, and Eindhoven, in the Netherlands. Formed in the late 1970s, during the post-punk era, Au Pairs distinguished themselves by combining politically engaged and feminist themes with a rhythmic, danceable sound influenced by funk. Their work has often been described as ahead of its time. The current line-up injects renewed energy into the band's tracks, underscoring their continued relevance in a contemporary context. Their live performances are direct and captivating: rhythmic, perfectly controlled, and focused on maintaining a strong connection with the audience. The result is an immediate and immersive concert that leaves the audience energised and completely captivated.

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