Kids Return Discuss Their Album '1997', French Touch, and Britpop Influences

The Sound of '1997'

• 💡 Kids Return's sophomore album, "1997," draws inspiration from the sounds of the 90s UK, particularly bands like Blur and Pulp, and also incorporates elements of French Touch.
• ⚡ The shift from their debut's "California laid-back sound" to a more rock-oriented, live feel was influenced by their extensive touring.
• 🇫🇷 The French Touch influence is described as being "in our blood," with childhood memories of listening to artists like Air and Daft Punk.

Iconic Venues and Band Origins

• 🌟 Playing at the legendary Olympia in Paris was an emotional milestone for the band, evoking tears and a profound sense of accomplishment.
• 🤝 The band, Kids Return, was formed during the 2020 pandemic lockdown when Adrien and Clément decided to create music together, inspired by the film of the same name.
• 🎶 The name "Kids Return" was chosen by Clément, feeling it perfectly represented their new musical venture.

Themes and Visual Inspiration

• 💔 The song "Teenage Dreams" explores the theme of broken friendships and growing apart as people mature.
• 🎬 Visuals for their music are inspired by movies they've watched and collaborations with friends, including director Alix Young.
• 🤝 The creative process for music videos is collaborative, with ideas often stemming from conversations between the band and their creative team.

Musical News and Album Releases

• 🎤 Miley Cyrus's new album is noted for its inspiration from Pink Floyd's "The Wall" and features an 80s-infused video.
• 🇬🇧 Obongjayar's second album, "Paradise Now," was tested out at parties in South London and includes a track that is a diss track against former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
• 🎶 British band Caroline's second album, "Caroline 2," features a collaboration with Caroline Polachek.

Upcoming Tour and Festival Appearances

• 🗓️ Kids Return has a major show in Paris at the end of August and is preparing for a tour in October and November.
• ☀️ This summer, the band will perform at French festivals and in cities like Bordeaux, with plans to tour the UK and Germany later in the year.