The musician and actress reflects on her first appearance in the French magazine Les Inrocks, which occurred in 2013. At that time, she was part of a dream pop duo called Hologram with Maxime Sokolinski, and the article focused on their first EP. The piece, written by Abigaïl Aïnouz, included a brief mention of the group in a "discovery" section. She recalls being thrilled by the term "celestial bums," which was borrowed from Jack Kerouac and used to describe the duo. This early recognition sparked a lasting pride in her career.
Over the years, the artist has appeared in longer articles, been featured on the cover, and received an editor's choice issue, but she still cherishes that first moment of being noticed. Among her most memorable experiences connected to Les Inrocks was meeting Catherine Deneuve, a French actress and icon. She describes the encounter as more brilliant, funny, and beautiful than she had ever imagined. Meeting idols can often be awkward, but she felt lucky to have had the chance to connect with the people behind the icons, such as Anna Karina and Françoise Hardy.
She recalls the interview taking place in a small salon at a Paris hotel, where she was accompanied by Carole Boinet, who helped guide the conversation. The musician was so nervous that she kept wondering when the right moment would be to ask Deneuve to sign a poster of the film Les Demoiselles de Rochefort, which she carried with her. The experience was both unforgettable and deeply personal.
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Les Inrocks has compiled testimonies from over 250 artists and actors who share their memories of the magazine. These stories highlight the significant role Les Inrocks has played in the cultural landscape over the decades.
Artist Reflects on 40 Years of Les Inrocks and Memorable Encounters
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