Who is L'Impératrice?

L'Impératrice is the professional alias of Olivier Ducastel, a 38-year-old French electronic music producer and DJ. His sound has been described as a combination of '80s pop, disco and funk. He released his debut EP, 'Matahari', in 2016, which was widely praised and made it to the top 10 of the iTunes charts in France.

Career and Discography

Ducastel's career as L'Impératrice began in 2016 with the release of his debut EP 'Matahari'. The title track from the EP gained popularity throughout Europe, and was featured in the Netflix series 'The OA'. He followed up in 2017 with his second EP 'Digital Crucifix', which was released to critical acclaim. In 2018, he released his third EP, 'La Vie Est Belle', which featured the popular single 'Vanille Fraise'. The single reached #3 on the French iTunes chart. In 2019, L'Impératrice released his fourth EP, 'Tendre Amour', which was accompanied by a nationwide tour.

Collaborations

Despite having no major collaborations to date, L'Impératrice has worked with several independent artists including Yseult, Yseult and DJ Snake. He has also been featured on various compilations such as Kitsuné's 'Maison Compilation 13'.

Style and Influences

Ducastel's music is heavily influenced by '80s pop music and disco. He often combines elements of funk and jazz into his productions. His style has been compared to that of Daft Punk, Phoenix and Air. He cites Michael Jackson as one of his major influences.

Reception

L'Impératrice's music has been widely praised by critics and fans alike. His EPs have topped the French iTunes charts and he has been featured on various compilations throughout Europe. His live shows have been praised for their energy and infectious grooves.}