Dark electronic from The Other Colors

From the other side of the English Channel comes French group, The Other Colors have an industrial and grungy style of electronic music. The group actively formed back in 2007 and is comprised of vocalist and songwriter Marie Möör and composer Laurent Chambert, who had been working together since 2001. Möör is well-known for her unique voice; it is soft but almost eerie in its delivery.

The band’s name is linked to the first song on their 2008 album, 361, titled “Les Autres couleurs”, in which the final line recites ‘so I dug a tunnel. I found a way. Elsewhere. I have discovered another reality. Other colours.’ Throughout their career, the pair have collaborated with several notable artists, including jazz player Barney Wilen and ‘electro-crooner’ Bertrand Burgalat.

Their new track, “Vivre” is a true tribute to their experimental style, containing patterns of repetitive yet melodic music whilst featuring moments of liberating improvisation. This was facilitated by the method of recording, taken during a public performance in Paris. The dark instrumental undertone coupled with Möör’s organic voice makes for a suitably expressive track.

Listen to “Vivre” below.