French Exit

Our LISTEN LIVE playlist showcases songs from some of our favourite artists that you can watch performing live in the upcoming weeks.

Today’s addition to LISTEN LIVE is Dreaming by French Exit

French Exit are a 4 piece alt-rock band based in South East London, which formed in January of 2023 and made a fast start, playing shows across London, including notable slots at the Windmill in association with YOWL, the Half Moon and Strongroom.

The band’s debut release, Still, was written and recorded late in 2023 with the session engineered by Christopher Smith and the mix coming from Cadien Lake James of Chicago’s Twin Peaks. So far in 2024, the band has performed regularly across London and been busy in the studio working on plenty more material.

“It’s really really powerful. I like that very much indeed. It’s catchy but also it’s got that pathos about it as well. Great track. Really good track.” — BBC Introducing on ‘Still’

“Those who enjoy South London’s bustling music scene will discover a parallel with post-punk favourites such as Shame in Still’s composition. The track exudes a raw, energetic vibe that evokes memories of the Brixton heroes. Yet despite being influenced by its predecessors, French Exit still stand tall amongst their alternative peers.” — Right Chord Music on ‘Still’