Waxx Discusses New Album 'Etincelles 2', Book 'Shuffle', and Music Trends

'Etincelles 2' Album and Collaborations

• 🎸 Waxx discusses his new album 'Etincelles 2', featuring duets with established French artists like MC Solaar and Jain, and rising stars such as Solann.
• 🤝 The selection of collaborators was based on genuine connections and moments of wanting to create music together.
• 🎤 A highlight is the cover of t.A.T.u.'s "All The Things She Said" with artist Poopy, a collaboration that began during the pandemic.
• 🎶 The album also includes a cover of Seal's "Kiss from a Rose", with Waxx noting that the tracklist was chosen by the guest artists, not himself.

'Shuffle' Book and Storytelling

• 📚 Waxx released his first book, "Shuffle", which explores the stories behind songs and artists, from Neil Young to Michael Jackson.
• 📖 The book aims to offer listeners a new perspective on familiar artists by sharing the narratives behind their music.
• 🎨 The book features illustrations by Miriam Wal, and the special edition of the 'Etincelles 2' album includes artwork by his wife, comic illustrator Penny Baj.

Music Industry Trends and Influences

• 🌟 Waxx expresses admiration for artists like Sampa The Great who blend genres, creating unique sounds that defy categorization.
• 🎤 He believes artists today are less constrained by genre boundaries, leading to more innovative and borderless music.
• 🎸 Waxx acknowledges Guns N' Roses as heroes from his youth, with Slash being a favorite guitarist, and expresses enthusiasm for their new tracks and upcoming tour.
• 🎤 While known for covers, Waxx previously released an album of original compositions in 2019 called 'Phantom' and continues to compose for other artists.