70's Songs

70's Songs is a dynamic group that revisits the 70s through an eclectic and energetic repertoire. Made up of five musician-singers, the group takes us on a musical journey through this seminal decade, brilliantly linking excerpts from the hits that marked every year of the era. Their concerts are designed to offer a unique experience, where live energy blends with meticulous vocal and instrumental arrangements.

Composition of the band :

Lead singer - A powerful voice, capable of adapting to all the musical genres of the era, from rock and disco to soul and funk.
Guitarist - A virtuoso who brings to life the iconic riffs of the 70s, with a particular emphasis on the electric sound of rock, but also on funky grooves.
Bassist - A master of groove, he brings the rhythm and depth of funk, soul, reggae and even disco to bear on every track.
Keyboardist - Using vintage synthesizers and pianos, he recreates the unique ambiences of the era, from funk textures to more psychedelic or disco sounds.
Drummer / Percussionist - The driving force behind the band, in charge of bringing the energy of the 70s to life with frenzied rhythms of rock, reggae, funk and disco. He also knows how to play with exotic percussion to bring variety.

Concert concept:

The 70's Songs concept is based on a musical chronology that takes the audience on a journey through the key moments of the decade, year by year. Each song is chosen not only for its cultural impact, but also for its unique energy that gets the audience dancing, moving and singing along.

Examples of concert segments:

1970: The awakening of rock and soul
The concert begins with classics such as “Let It Be” by The Beatles and “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Simon & Garfunkel. This calmer start gradually gives way to more energetic tracks.

1972-1974: The explosion of funk and disco
Stevie Wonder's “Superstition”, Parliament-Funkadelic's “Give Up the Funk” and disco hits such as Chic's “Le Freak” and the Bee Gees' “Stayin' Alive” punctuate this period. The band emphasizes danceable energy and powerful vocals and instruments.

1975-1977: The explosive rock and reggae of the era
Hits like Queen's “Bohemian Rhapsody”, Led Zeppelin's “Kashmir” and Bob Marley's “No Woman, No Cry” are brought to the fore with live energy. Transitions between genres are marked by guitar and keyboard improvisations.

1978-1979: The era of pop and new wave hits
Gloria Gaynor's “I Will Survive”, The Police's “Roxanne” and The Village People's “Y.M.C.A.” conclude the evening with a bang. This segment is a festival of must-have hits, with choreography and arrangements that immerse the audience in the mood of the late 70s.

Audience experience:

Audiences are invited to rediscover the characteristic sounds of the 70s in a friendly, festive atmosphere. The band doesn't just reproduce the songs identically, it reinterprets them, offering a touch of modernity while retaining the spirit of the era. Fluid transitions between genres and years maintain an effervescent rhythm throughout the concert.

Voices and instruments are in constant dialogue, creating moments of complicity with the audience, whether on the dance floor or seated, immersed in the vibrations and rhythms of the era.

Repertoire:

The band's repertoire covers a wide range of musical genres that marked the 70s, including:

Rock: David Bowie, Led Zeppelin, The Doors, Queen
Funk and soul: James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire
Disco: Donna Summer, The Bee Gees, Chic
Reggae: Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff
Pop and new wave: ABBA, The Police, Village People
 

Conclusion:

70's Songs isn't just a concert, it's a celebration of one of the most iconic musical decades in history. With a varied repertoire and energetic performances, this band offers an experience that transports audiences through an era when music changed the world.