Category Archives: Music

The curious case of the missing decades

Posted on November 30, 2025 by admin

After 44 years abroad, I’m rediscovering a France I completely missed — especially its music. Iconic bands I never heard of, hits everyone knows except me, and weekly surprises as I catch up on four lost decades. It’s like being … Continue reading →

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🎶 Flashmob 🇬🇧🇫🇷

Posted on October 6, 2025 by admin

Watch the magic unfold here — spontaneous music, pure joy! 🎶

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Les slows des Boums 🇫🇷🇬🇧

Posted on August 20, 2025 by admin

Remember those magical slow dances at the boums? The sweaty palms, the clumsy steps, the thrill of waiting for the DJ to drop “the” song… Join me on a nostalgic trip back to the 60s and 70s with a playlist … Continue reading →

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The week that was 33/2025 🇬🇧🇫🇷

Posted on August 17, 2025 by admin

Anniversary week Week 33 delivered heatwaves, boredom, and a healthy dose of the blues — but also new cocktails, birthday feasts, and unexpected musical nostalgia. From Narbonne Plage to Joe Cocker, it wasn’t all bad. Dive in for the full … Continue reading →

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Midnight zapping 🇬🇧🇫🇷

Posted on August 14, 2025 by admin

A late-night flick through French TV led me straight to Joe Cocker — and straight back to a free lakeside concert in Hannover, a reckless scooter ride for love, and a few memories best left in the “classified” file. From … Continue reading →

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