Originally hailing from the indie scene in the South of France, Supersonic Boy, also known as Tom Claudet, has released his finest work, “Satellite,” an uplifting track featuring another French creative, Fairly Boy. Infamous for his combination of Britpop charm and indie rock power, Supersonic Boy has been steadily building his highway, but “Satellite” finds him no longer stuck in Earth’s orbit but rather shining directly at the heart of the cosmos.
Fairly Boy is a beautiful, smooth pal. His characteristic is not an embellished accessory and it’s fundamental. His voice on the track adds warmth and dimension, making “Satellite” feel like a genuine conversation between two artistic brains. The chemistry is undeniable.
“Satellite” is laced with shimmering guitar tones and sharp drums and built over an equally affecting and infectious melody. Right from the start of that track, a lift is imparted. Tom Claudet’s ability to capture all that British indie grit, as in Arctic Monkeys’ early days with a pinch of Phoenix, through an unmistakable French filter, is modern and thoughtful, lo-fi but provocative.
The instrumentation alone has a whispery storytelling power, wistful, hopeful, and a little dreamy but grounded. It’s the type of track that fits in a sweaty club set and on a dim night drive. That duality is a tribute to Tom Claudet’s artistic development and vision.
Each note is fully loaded and marked with intention, and each line is consciously deployed. Supersonic Boy proved that authenticity does not have to be traded for catchiness. In fact, that’s part of what makes this record so addictive. You feel it as much as you hear it.
“Satellite” represents a leap forward for Supersonic Boy. Fairly Boy orbits alongside him on this track, which serves as an audacious statement that French indie isn’t just alive but positively thriving, with its eyes on the stars. If you love honest-to-goodness indie rock with a new pulse, “Satellite“ is your next repeat obsession.
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