The Orielles

Halifax trio The Orielles brings refreshing indie pop to Hasard Ludique. A unique chance to discover their singular universe during their Paris visit.

Formed in Halifax, West Yorkshire, The Orielles is a trio comprising sisters Sidonie B Hand-Halford (drums, vocals) and Esmé Dee Hand-Halford (bass, vocals), along with Henry Carlyle Wade (guitar, vocals). The group quickly drew attention with their distinctive independent pop approach, blending catchy melodies with sometimes dreamy, sometimes direct sonic textures. Their early singles and Heavenly Recordings signing laid the foundation for a career marked by constant sonic exploration.

Their music characterizes by fusion of post-punk, funk, disco, and surf rock, wrapped in lo-fi, DIY aesthetics. Albums like "Silver Dollar Moment" (2018) and "Disco Volador" (2020) showcased their ability to craft both danceable and introspective tracks, often carried by prominent basslines and crystalline guitars. Iconic tracks like "Sugar Tastes Like Salt" and "Bobbi's Second World" illustrate this unique alchemy, where raw energy meets melodic sophistication. Their latest opus "Tableau" (2022) marked evolution toward more experimental, atmospheric compositions while preserving their sonic identity.

Onstage, The Orielles is renowned for contagious energy and ability to recreate their recordings' atmosphere with appreciable spontaneity. Their performances are often described as immersive experiences, where audiences are invited to be carried by rhythms and melodies. Le Hasard Ludique, with its intimate setting and eclectic programming, offers the ideal home for the group's artistic proposal. This Paris concert is an opportunity to discover their sound's evolution and onstage presence intensity, confirming their place among their generation's most inventive indie groups.