“My new album is a declaration of love to those listening to it”, is how French artist Zimmer describes his new album, which is out now on Roche Musique.
Three years after the release of his eponymous debut album, the Parisian producer has delivered Amour, a new record infused with end-of-the-summer vibes. A sumptuous collection of warm, human tracks which are just waiting to be heard on a dancefloor. Explaining the title, the artist explains: “When I finished the album, I realised that I had written electronic love songs, so the word ‘Amour’ seemed obvious. It’s a word that I think is magnificent. Both flamboyant and monumental, but also gentle and affectionate.”
Written and recorded between France and the US, the two countries closest to Zimmer’s heart, the new album navigates between indie dream pop and slow techno. “I wanted the album to feel inhabited, sensitive. So there are four tracks with guests and three others where I did the vocals.” In terms of the guests, he has worked with his chosen singers and musicians in the flesh – no long-distance exchange of files but real, communal recording sessions.
