Folamour

Folamour
Birth nameBruno Boumendil
GenresElectronic, house, disco, French house
Years active2014–present
Websitefolamour.love

Bruno Boumendil, known artistically as Folamour, is a French DJ, producer, and founder of FHUO Records. Considered an influential figure in the recent revival of French house and disco producers,[1] his diverse catalog includes albums, EPs, and remixes, featuring a blend of house grooves and disco textures. Known for his dynamic performances and versatile sets, Folamour has established himself in the underground house scene with his sample-based four-on-the-floor tracks.[2]

Career

Folamour's early work spanned genres from pop to jazz, eventually leading him to focus on house music.[3] His music is deeply influenced by his upbringing in Lyon, a city that played a crucial role in his artistic development. His early life was marked by frequent moves and a sense of displacement, which drove him to immerse himself in music and literature.[4] Folamour is trained in guitar, drums, bass, and percussion.[5]

Folamour first gained recognition with his debut EP, Deeply Rooted Vibes, released around 2014. This EP marked the beginning of his career in house music, characterized by a blend of house grooves, disco textures, and emotional depth.[4] His second album, Ordinary Drugs, was released in February 2019, following his 2017 debut album Umami. Umami is an 11-track LP characterized by its blend of house, disco swing, and future jazz,[1] and is inspired by Folamour's appreciation for Japanese culture.

In 2019, Folamour performed 140 gigs worldwide. The year 2020 marked a hiatus from touring, during which he focused on refining his production skills.[6] On February 6, 2021, he released the single "Just Want Happiness," which came in advance of his upcoming album, the details of which had yet to be announced at the time. In March 2021, Folamour released the eponymous single "The Journey" ahead of his upcoming album,[7] which was released in June of that year.[8] The album, described as a personal project exploring themes of love and freedom, was well-received and marked a shift from using samples and computers to writing original texts and recording live instruments. The Journey featured collaborations with SG Lewis, Tertia May, and Zimbabwean artist Zeke Manyika.[9] In a review for Clash Magazine, Ben Miles rated the album 8 out of 10 and described it as a bold shift from Folamour's earlier sample-based house sound. Moving away from 70s and 80s disco influences, the album embraces live instruments like acoustic drums and electric guitar, showcasing his "extensive musicality". He highlights that tracks such as "The Journey" and "Lost in Space" mix house, techno, and pop, pushing his music toward mainstream appeal. Miles also notes the rhythmic experiments and lush synths in songs like "We Gotta Wake Up This World From Its Sleep," signaling what he saw as Folamour's evolution from DJ to composer.[8] Following The Journey's release, Folamour resumed his extensive touring, performing across the United States and Europe.[6]

Following The Journey, Folamour released the single "Fearless" in April 2022 and "Alive" in December 2022. "Fearless" had become a staple in his DJ sets prior to its official release, generating significant anticipation among fans. It marked Folamour's first release since The Journey.[10] "Alive" marked a continuation of Folamour's evolving approach to music production. Departing from the use of samples, he wrote and recorded his own vocals for the track, incorporating live instrumentation such as orchestral strings, live piano, and electronic drums and bass.[3]

In May 2023, Folamour released his fifth studio album, Manifesto, through Columbia France, Ultra, and his own FHUO Records imprint. This 14-track album took two years to complete and was described by Folamour as a deeply personal project that explores themes of love and freedom. It features collaborations with Amadou & Mariam, Baccus, Jungle By Night, Khazali, Emmanuel Jal, and Tim Ayre. It was described by Mixmag as "building on signature house sound while also venturing into new sonic territories."[11] This album continued to showcase Folamour's ability to blend different musical styles and work with a wide range of collaborators.[12]

In 2024, to celebrate a decade in the industry, Folamour embarked on a series of special releases, beginning with Pressure Makes Diamonds, a single characterized by sentimental chords, disco influences, and pitched-down vocals. The track reflects his experiences growing up in Lyon. He also organized a free open-air launch party in Lyon's Parc des Berges as part of his Decade Together Tour, paying tribute to the city that had supported him during his formative years as an artist.[4]

Folamour has performed at renowned venues and festivals globally, including the Olympia in Paris, Ancienne Belgique in Brussels, Paradiso in Amsterdam, and Printworks in London. He has also performed at major festivals such as such as Glastonbury, Tomorrowland, Sónar,[12] Gala,[13] Pete The Monkey,[14] Marsatac,[15] Parklife,[16] Kappa FuturFestival,[17] Karrusel,[18] and Cabourg Mon Amour.[19] By December 2022, he had played over 500 live dates internationally.[3] He has been recognized for his ability to connect with audiences and create distinctive atmospheres during his performances.[12]

Folamour has been recognized in Mixmag's lists of "The 21 Top DJs Of The Year" in 2021[20] and "Top Live Acts Of The Year" in 2022.[21] The magazine has described him as "one of the most sought after ticket-sellers in the game"[20] and as "not just a DJ but also a performer."[21]

In addition to his solo work, Folamour co-founded the label Moonrise Hill Material in 2017 and has collaborated with Lyon's National Orchestra.[1] In August 2022, Folamour launched record label House of Love.[22] The label was introduced with the release of an EP by French DJ/producer Kousto, titled When We Were There. This four-track EP, which includes the lead track "Friendship For Lovers" and a collaboration with Folamour titled "Jungle Bird," explores the concept of "future memories of the past." Folamour has stated that he envisioned the label as a space without musical limits, where any track that resonated emotionally would find a home.[23] Through these ventures, Folamour has played a significant role in shaping the modern French house and disco scene.[1]

His musical output includes releases on various labels, such as All City, Glitterbox,[9] Classic Music Company, Church, Kyoku Records,[1] as well as his own label, FHUO Records.[24]

Discography

Albums and EPs

  • Deeply Rooted Vibes (EP) (2014)
  • CellarDoor EP (2015)
  • Oyabun (EP)
  • 4MYPPL#1 (2017)
  • Nights Over You (EP) (2017)
  • The Power and The Blessing of Unity (EP) (2017)
  • Umami (2017)
  • Feelings For Ur Own Revolution (2018)
  • Club Degli Esploratori (2018)
  • Melophrenia (2018)
  • Ordinary Drugs (2019)
  • The Journey (2021)
  • Manifesto (2023)

Singles

  • "Shakkei" (2017)
  • "Devoted To U" (2018)
  • "I Miss Having Someone To Talk To" (2020)
  • "Sun After Rain" (2020) (with Jitwam)
  • "Just Want Happiness" (2021)
  • "Fearless" (2022)
  • "Birds" (2022)
  • "My People" (2022)
  • "Alive" (2022)
  • "Freedom" (2023)
  • "Friends" (2023)
  • "Post Tenebras Lux" (2023)
  • "Pressure Makes Diamonds" (2024)

References

  1. ^ a b c d e "Folamour goes record shopping at Chez Emile Records | DJ Mag Crate Diggin' | S1 E1". DJ Mag. 2020-03-31. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  2. ^ "Folamour on his quarantine studio set-up and how it's inspired new music". MusicTech. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  3. ^ a b c Ingram, Niamh (December 11, 2022). "Feel 'Alive' with Folamour's latest single". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  4. ^ a b c "Folamour shares new single, 'Pressure Makes Diamonds', via All Night Long: Listen". DJ Mag. 2024-06-25. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  5. ^ Taneva, Sianna (2024-01-22). "Folamour returns to London with 'A Decade Together'". Electronic Groove. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  6. ^ a b "The 21 Top DJs Of The Year 2021". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  7. ^ Skala, Jemima (March 20, 2021). "Folamour embarks on 'The Journey' on latest single". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
  8. ^ a b Miles, Ben (2021-06-10). "Folamour - The Journey". Clash Magazine. Retrieved 2024-09-20.
  9. ^ a b Fielding, Amy (2021-03-19). "Folamour announces new album, 'The Journey'". DJ Mag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  10. ^ Eede, Christian (2022-04-29). "Folamour releases new single, 'Fearless': Listen". DJ Mag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  11. ^ Buckle, Becky (May 26, 2023). "Folamour releases new album 'Manifesto'". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  12. ^ a b c Rosemberg, Yosef (2024-04-10). "Folamour shares a special track as free download ahead of Coachella's debut". Electronic Groove. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  13. ^ Bird, Sophie (2024-06-17). "Gala Festival celebrated its ninth year with Folamour as headliner". FLAVOURMAG. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  14. ^ Campbell, Maeve (2023-06-22). "Partying, but not for profit – 8 ethical music festivals in the UK and Europe". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  15. ^ "Orelsan, Eddy de Pretto, The Blaze et 50% de femmes... Marsatac 2019 fait dans le pointu". Le Figaro (in French). 2019-02-28. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  16. ^ "Parklife reveals 2024 headliners including Doja Cat, Disclosure and J Hus". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  17. ^ "9 photos of Kappa FuturFestival, an art and techno lover's dream". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  18. ^ "14 of the best images from Copenhagen's electric Karrusel Festival 2022". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  19. ^ Davet, Stéphane (2019-07-01). "Cabourg mon amour, festival rafraîchissant". Le Monde (in French). Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  20. ^ a b "The 21 Top DJs Of The Year 2021". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  21. ^ a b "The 15 Top Live Acts Of The Year 2022". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  22. ^ "Folamour Releases New Album 'Manifesto' Out Now". Mixmag Caribbean. May 26, 2023. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
  23. ^ "Folamour launches label, House Of Love, with Kousto EP". DJ Mag. 2023-01-16. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
  24. ^ "Folamour proclaims to 'Just Want Happiness' on latest single". Mixmag. Retrieved 2024-08-29.

Read other articles:

Legiuner

Para legiuner yang mengenakan lorica segmentata, abad ke-1 hingga ke-3 Legiuner adalah tentara profesional dalam pasukan Romawi setelah adanya reformasi Marius tahun 107 SM. Legiuner haruslah warga negara Romawi di bawah usia 45 tahun. Mereka memasuki legiun untuk masa tugas selama dua puluh lima tahun dengan lima tahun terakhirnya melaksanakan tugas veteran yang lebih ringan. Legiuner mengenakan zirah (lorica hamata, lorica squamata atau, pada abad ke-1 hingga ke-3, lorica segmentata), peris...

 

Adult Trainee

Adult TraineePoster promosiHangul어른연습생 GenreDrama komediKomedi romantisDrama remajaSkenarioKim Hyeon-minBang So-minJin Yun-juSutradaraYoo Hak-chanJeong Hyeong-gunPemeranRyu Ui-hyunCho Mi-yeonJo Yoo-jungRyeounKwon Young-eunKim Min-giNegara asalKorea SelatanBahasa asliKoreaJmlh. episode7ProduksiProduser eksekutifJinnie ChoiKim Dong-guRumah produksiCJ ENMDK E&MDistributorTVINGRilis asliJaringanTVINGRilis12 November 2021 (2021-11-12) Adult Trainee (Hangul: 어른연�...

 

Pulau Juan de Nova

Letak Pulau-pulau yang tersebar di Samudera Hindia: • 1: Bassas da India • 2: Pulau Europa • 3 : Kepulauan Glorioso • 4 : Pulau Juan de Nova • 5: Pulau Tromelin   • KM: Komoro • MG: Madagaskar • MU: Mauritius • MZ: Mozambik • RE: Réunion • YT: Mayotte Pulau Juan de Nova (Bahasa Prancis: secara lokal Île Juan de Nova atau secara resmi Île Juan da Nova) merupakan sebuah pulau tropis seluas 4.4 km² dan datar di bagian paling ujung Selat Mozambik, sek...

Kim Hyok-bong

Kim Hyok-bongKim Hyok-bong di Kejuaraan Tenis Meja Dunia 2013Informasi pribadiLahir28 Oktober 1985 (umur 38)Tinggi171 m (561 ft 1⁄2 in)[1]Berat65 kg (143 pon; 10,2 st)[1] OlahragaTimApril 25 Sports TeamNama KoreaJosŏn-gŭl김혁봉 Alih AksaraGim HyeokbongMcCune–ReischauerKim Hyŏkpong Rekam medali Putra Tenis meja Mewakili  Korea Utara World Championships 2013 Paris Mixed Doubles 2015 Suzhou Mixed Doubles Asian Games 2014 Inch...

 

Megan Hodge

American volleyball player Megan HodgePersonal informationBorn (1988-10-15) October 15, 1988 (age 35)Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S.Height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)Spike320 cm (130 in)Block297 cm (117 in)College / UniversityPennsylvania State UniversityVolleyball informationPositionOutside hitterCurrent club Minas Tênis ClubeNumber11 (national team)Career YearsTeams 2006–20092010 2010–112011–12 2012–13 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2020�...

 

Independence Park (Jamaika)

Independence ParkThe Office Informasi stadionNama lengkapIndependence ParkLokasiLokasiKingston, JamaikaKonstruksiDibuat1962Dibuka1962Data teknisKapasitas35,000 (Stadion Nasional)Ukuran lapangantidak diketahuiPemakaiTim nasional sepak bola Jamaika Liga Rugbi Jamaika (terkadang)Sunting kotak info • L • BBantuan penggunaan templat ini Independence Park adalah sebuah kompleks olahraga dan kebudayaan[1] di Kingston, Jamaika yang dibangun untuk British Empire and Commonwealth ...

History of Argentine cuisine

Part of a series onArgentine cuisine Regional cuisines Central Region Northwest Cuyo Northeast Patagonia Ingredients and types of food Ingredients Beef Cheese Main dishes Argentine pizza Desserts Drinks See also History Etiquette Argentine chefs Cookbook: Cuisine of Argentina  Argentina portalvte The history of Argentine cuisine is rich and diverse. As a land that has experienced extensive immigration through many years, the country has benefited from numerous food influences. The d...

 

Hun (instrument)

Traditional Korean wind instrument HunMusicians playing the hun during a Seokjeon Daeje ceremonyWoodwind instrumentClassification AerophoneHornbostel–Sachs classification421.13(vessel flutes without distinct beak)Developed12th centuryRelated instruments Xun Ocarina Tsuchibue The hun (Korean: 훈; Hanja: 塤) is a Korean Xun-like globular flute made of baked clay or other ceramics. Origin The hun is a close relative to the Chinese xun. It dates back to the 12th century,...

 

O-2113

Chemical compound O-2113Identifiers IUPAC name (6aR,10aR)-3-(1-Ethanesulfonylamino-5-methyl-hexan-5-yl)-6a,7,10,10a-tetrahydro-6,6,9-trimethyl-6H-dibenzo[b,d]pyran PubChem CID11775273ChemSpider26333261Chemical and physical dataFormulaC25H39NO4SMolar mass449.65 g·mol−13D model (JSmol)Interactive image SMILES C13CC=C(C)CC3c2c(OC1(C)C)cc(C(C)(C)CCCCNS(=O)(=O)CC)cc2O InChI InChI=1S/C25H39NO4S/c1-7-31(28,29)26-13-9-8-12-24(3,4)18-15-21(27)23-19-14-17(2)10-11-20(19)25(5,6)30-22(23)16-18/h10...

大字 (数字)

この項目には、一部のコンピュータや閲覧ソフトで表示できない文字が含まれています（詳細）。 数字の大字（だいじ）は、漢数字の一種。通常用いる単純な字形の漢数字（小字）の代わりに同じ音の別の漢字を用いるものである。 概要 壱万円日本銀行券（「壱」が大字） 弐千円日本銀行券（「弐」が大字） 漢数字には「一」「二」「三」と続く小字と、「壱」「�...

 

Навчально-науковий інститут інноваційних освітніх технологій Західноукраїнського національного університету

Навчально-науковий інститут інноваційних освітніх технологій Західноукраїнського національного університету Герб навчально-наукового інституту інноваційних освітніх технологій ЗУНУ Скорочена назва ННІІОТ ЗУНУ Основні дані Засновано 2013 Заклад Західноукраїнський �...

 

История футбола в Волгограде

История футбола в Волгограде — этапы становления и развития футбола в Волгограде с начала XX века и до сегодняшнего дня. Содержание 1 Футбол до Октябрьской революции 2 Футбол после Октябрьской революции 3 Сборная Сталинграда 4 Предвоенные годы 5 Матч «На руинах Сталинград�...

Servicio Forestal de los Estados Unidos

Servicio Forestal de los Estados Unidos Logo del U.S. Forest Service. LocalizaciónPaís Estados UnidosInformación generalJurisdicción Gobierno Federal de Estados UnidosTipo fuerza del orden del Gobierno de Estados Unidos, agencia federal de Estados Unidos, forestry agency y organizaciónSede Sidney R. Yates Federal BuildingOrganizaciónDirección Abigail R. Kimbell (Chief of the US Forest Service)Composición Pacific Northwest Research StationDepende de Departamento de AgriculturaDepe...

 

Einsteinium

Chemical element, symbol Es and atomic number 99Einsteinium, 99EsEinsteiniumPronunciation/aɪnˈstaɪniəm/ ​(eyen-STY-nee-əm)Appearancesilvery; glows blue in the darkMass number[252]Einsteinium in the periodic table Hydrogen Helium Lithium Beryllium Boron Carbon Nitrogen Oxygen Fluorine Neon Sodium Magnesium Aluminium Silicon Phosphorus Sulfur Chlorine Argon Potassium Calcium Scandium Titanium Vanadium Chromium Manganese Iron Cobalt Nickel Copper Zinc Gallium Germanium Arse...

 

List of United States Supreme Court cases, volume 10

Supreme Court of the United States38°53′26″N 77°00′16″W / 38.89056°N 77.00444°W / 38.89056; -77.00444EstablishedMarch 4, 1789; 235 years ago (1789-03-04)LocationWashington, D.C.Coordinates38°53′26″N 77°00′16″W / 38.89056°N 77.00444°W / 38.89056; -77.00444Composition methodPresidential nomination with Senate confirmationAuthorized byConstitution of the United States, Art. III, § 1Judge term lengthl...

Novate Mezzola

Novate Mezzola komune di Italia Tempat NegaraItaliaDaerah di ItaliaLombardiaProvinsi di ItaliaProvinsi Sondrio NegaraItalia Ibu kotaNovate Mezzola PendudukTotal1.903  (2023 )GeografiLuas wilayah99,75 km² [convert: unit tak dikenal]Ketinggian212 m Berbatasan denganCercino Cino Dubino Mello Prata Camportaccio Samolaco Sorico (en) Villa di Chiavenna Civo Piuro Traona Verceia Bregaglia (en) Val Masino Informasi tambahanKode pos23025 Zona waktuUTC+1 UTC+2 Kode telepon0343 ID ISTAT014046...

 

الملعب البلدي (واغادوغو)

  لمعانٍ أخرى، طالع الملعب البلدي (توضيح). 12°21′38″N 1°31′45″W / 12.36056°N 1.52917°W / 12.36056; -1.52917 الملعب البلدي (واغادوغو)معلومات عامةالمنطقة الإدارية مقاطعة كاديوغو البلد  بوركينا فاسو الاستعمالالرياضة كرة القدم المستضيف رايل كلوب دو كاديوغو معلومات أخرىالطاقة �...

 

دوري إسثميان

دوري إسثميان الجهة المنظمة الاتحاد الإنجليزي لكرة القدم  تاريخ الإنشاء 1905  الرياضة كرة القدم  البلد المملكة المتحدة  عدد الفرق 82 مستوى الدوري 7   أحدث بطل نادي وورثينغ (الدرجة الممتازة)نادي أفيلي (القسم الشمالي)براكنل تاون (القسم الجنوبي المركزي)هاستينغز يوناي...

Marqub

MarqubPermukimanMarqubLocation in the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaKoordinat: 24°38′N 46°43′E / 24.633°N 46.717°E / 24.633; 46.717Negara Arab SaudiPemerintahan • Gubernur Pangeran RiyadhFaisal bin Bandar Al Saud • Wali kotaIbraheem Mohammed Al-SultanKetinggian612 m (2,008 ft)Zona waktuUTC+3 (AST) • Musim panas (DST)UTC+3 (AST)Postal Code(5 digits)Kode area telepon+966-11Situs webHigh Commission for the Development of...

 

الإقامة الأمومية

هذه المقالة بحاجة لصندوق معلومات. فضلًا ساعد في تحسين هذه المقالة بإضافة صندوق معلومات مخصص إليها. هذه المقالة يتيمة إذ تصل إليها مقالات أخرى قليلة جدًا. فضلًا، ساعد بإضافة وصلة إليها في مقالات متعلقة بها. (أغسطس 2020) في الأنثروبولوجيا الاجتماعية، فإن الإقامة الأمومية أو ال�...