Yelle: Kings of Techno

Childhood: Julie Budet, the girl behind the band was born and raised and discovered in Saint-Brieuc, France with her two other band members (couldn't find anything else ):)

Music Background: The band was started by Julie Budet (Yelle) who met a music writer Jean-François Perrier (GrandMarnier) in 2000 and began producing music in 2005. A third member Tanguy Destable (Tepr). Their first song, “Je veux te voir” became popular after uploading it to Myspace. Its positive responses attracted many record labels. Which led to their album release of Pop Up in 2007.

Influences and Inspirations: The bands influences were mainly techno and dance/electronic music. They were just a group of friends that wanted to make it big, but they are making a remake to Katy Perry's “Hot 'N Cold”

Popularity and awards; The band became popular from their posts on Myspace which led to their discovery. Yelle was nominated for many awards for a few songs but never won any (couldn't find what awards they were)

Questions

A) This band is a very upbeat and techno type. This kind of music just gets me pumped up and want to party and listening to this music is just fun. It kind of reminds me of Breathe Carolina and Bassnectar. Two techno/ upbeat american bands

B) This music reflects a more futuristic world, which is kind of what we live in now. Techno gives me a sense of futuristic styles and what life will be like in the future.