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ROMAIN TRANCHART
Born1976 june 9
Boulogne Billancourt
NationalityFrench
Known formusical artist and producer
Websiteromaintranchart.com

Romain Tranchart, born on (1976-06-09)June 9, 1976 in Boulogne-Billancourt,[1] is a French producer, composer, and musician, mainly known for his role in the electronic music duo Modjo.[2] The group made a mark on the 2000s with their international hit Lady (Hear Me Tonight), one of the iconic tracks of the French touch movement.

Early life and education

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Romain Tranchart discovered music at a young age and quickly oriented himself toward musical studies. He was trained by renowned musicians such as Carmen Bezzina, Luiz Arantes, Frédéric Favarel, François Fichu, and Steve Carbonara at the American School of Modern Music / IMEP Paris College of Music.[3] Initially passionate about rock, blues, and later jazz, he broadened his repertoire by taking an interest in electronic music production.

Musical beginnings

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In the early 1990s, he formed his first group, Seven Tracks, with Davis Mouyal (vocals), Paul de Homem-Christo (drums), and Nicolas Bollier (bass). He began his career exploring various musical genres such as jazz, funk, and house. In 1999, he launched his first projects under the name Funk Legacy.[4]

Career

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Modjo (1998–2003)

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In 1998, he partnered with singer Yann Destagnol (alias Yann Destal) to form the duo Modjo. Their first single, Lady (Hear Me Tonight), was released in 2000 and achieved international success. Sampling Soup for One by Chic, the track reached the top of several global charts and became a reference of the French touch.

The self-titled album Modjo[5] was released in 2001 and included tracks such as Chillin' and What I Mean. Although the duo split in 2003, Modjo remains an iconic name in the French electronic scene.

Solo career and collaborations

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After Modjo's dissolution, Romain Tranchart dedicated himself to solo projects. He collaborated with artists from diverse backgrounds, including Sebastien Tellier,[6] Shaggy,[7] Mylène Farmer,[8] Salif Keïta, and Daby Touré.[9] He also explored new musical styles, ranging from pop to deep house, and contributed to many projects, including composing the soundtrack for the film Barbecue[10] by Éric Lavaine (2014).

Musical style and influences

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Romain Tranchart's style is characterized by a fusion of disco, house, and funk, often incorporating samples and punchy basslines. His primary influences include Chic, Nile Rodgers, Bernard Edwards, and pioneers of the French touch such as Daft Punk and Cassius.

Discography

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With Modjo

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  • 2000: We In Music – Now That Love Has Gone (Modjo In Remix)
  • 2000: Lady (Hear Me Tonight) (single)
  • 2001: No More Tears (single)
  • 2001: What I Mean (single)
  • 2001: Chillin' (single)
  • 2001: Modjo (studio album)
  • 2002: Air – People In the City (Modjo Version)
  • 2002: On Fire (single)

Solo projects and collaborations

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Albums

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  • 2007: Stereo Spirit (Daby Touré)
  • 2013: Le Baiser (Billie)

Soundtracks

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  • 2007: Sweet Home Iraq (by Johann Bertelli)
  • 2014: Barbecue (Eric Lavaine)
  • 2015: Memorieslab – Treasure Today (by Mathieu César)
  • 2017: DUELS (by Edgar Marie)
  • 2017: TOPOÏ (by Olivier de Bannes)

Productions and remixes

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  • 1999: Funk Legacy – What You Gonna Do Baby (produced under the Vertigo label)
  • 2002: Paul Johnson – Still Doo Wap (remix)
  • 2002: RES – Golden Boys (Romain Tranchart Remix)
  • 2002: Shaggy – Hey Sexy Lady (Garage Repaired Mix with Play Paul)
  • 2003: Mylène Farmer – California (remix with Rawman)
  • 2003: Shaggy – Strength of a Woman (remix)
  • 2004: Aloud – Sex & Sun (Romain Tranchart's Sex'n'Sun'n'Rock'n'Roll Remix)
  • 2005: Robert – Nickel (remix)
  • 2005: Robert – Personne (remix with Gregory Louis)
  • 2005: Salif Keïta – Yambo (remix with Rico the Wizzard)
  • 2008: Sébastien Tellier – Sexuality (production and remix)

Collaborations

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  • 2011: Axel Le Baron & Kurbatov – In Love (Romain Tranchart From Modjo Remix)
  • 2012: Deschannel – The Worst Thing Of All (remix with Gregory Louis)

Singles

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  • 2015: Rock N' Roll Radio – Life Is A Dream, We'll Wake Up And Scream

Awards and distinctions

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References

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  1. ^ "Romain Tranchart". Discogs. Retrieved 2024-12-02.
  2. ^ "BNF Catalogue général".
  3. ^ Agency, Monart (2018-04-02). "Masterclass Romain Tranchart". IMEP · Paris College of Music. Retrieved 2024-12-02.
  4. ^ Funk Legacy - What You Gonna Do Baby (in French), 1999, retrieved 2024-12-18
  5. ^ "CD OF THE WEEK: MODJO". RFI Musique. 2001-09-28. Retrieved 2024-12-02.
  6. ^ Sebastien Tellier - Sexuality (in French), 2008-02-25, retrieved 2024-12-18
  7. ^ "Shaggy – Strength Of A Woman / Hey Sexy Lady (Romain Tranchart Mixes)". www.discogs.com.
  8. ^ Mylene Farmer - Remixes (in French), 2003, retrieved 2024-12-18
  9. ^ "Release « Stereo Spirit » by Daby Touré - MusicBrainz". musicbrainz.org. Retrieved 2024-12-02.
  10. ^ "Romain Tranchart - Unifrance". www.unifrance.org. Retrieved 2024-12-02.
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