Biography
Arnaud rebotini
Arnaud Rebotini is one of the leading figures in French electronic music. He is recognized for his contribution to the development of electronic music in Europe. Author, composer, producer, singer and DJ Arnaud Rebotini is an artist whose musical vision transcends trends and fashions. His singular approach and energetic, introspective performances have made him a benchmark.
Born in 1970 in Nancy, France, Arnaud Rebotini grew up in a diverse musical environment. From an early age, he was fascinated by synthetic sounds and the mechanics of electronic instruments. This curiosity led him to experiment with analog synthesizers, drum machines and sequencers, which would become his faithful companions throughout his career. Arnaud Rebotini has no formal musical training; he is self-taught.
Black Strobe: The Fusion of Genres
Foundation of Black Strobe
In the early 1990s, Arnaud Rebotini began to make a name for himself on the Parisian electronic music scene. From the outset, he distinguished himself by his interest in the fusion of genres, drawing inspiration from styles as varied as new wave, industrial, punk, Detroit techno and Chicago house. In 1996, he co-founded Black Strobe with Ivan Smagghe, a project that marked a turning point in his career. Black Strobe is often considered one of the precursors of the “electroclash” genre, a style that blends elements of both rock and electronic music.
Successes and albums
With Black Strobe, Arnaud Rebotini finds an ideal platform for experimenting with unusual sound combinations. The tracks “Me and Madonna” and “Italian Fireflies” became underground hits, acclaimed for their innovative approach. In 2007, the album “Burn Your Own Church” offered a dark combination of electronic rock and industrial that revealed a rawer side to Arnaud Rebotini’s music. The success of this album helped Black Strobe gain international recognition, particularly in alternative electronic music circles.
Solo career
Despite the success of Black Strobe, Arnaud Rebotini decided in the late 2000s to concentrate on solo projects. In 2008, he released “Music Components”, a tribute to the analog synthesizers that mark his musical identity. Contrary to the trends of the time, which increasingly favor software and digital production, Arnaud Rebotini advocates a return to machines and analog equipment. He often presents his work live, surrounded by his imposing machines, offering an immersive and intense experience to the audience.
Performances and artistic approach
Arnaud Rebotini’s uniqueness lies in his ability to blend synthetic sounds with a human sensibility. His performances are both rigorous and spontaneous, like his music, which oscillates between wild techno pulses and moments of pure melody. Arnaud Rebotini places great importance on improvisation, treating each performance as a dialogue with the audience. This approach makes him a unique artist, bucking the trend towards standardization in electronic music.
Recent projects and commitments
This Is a Quarantine
Over the years, Arnaud Rebotini has continued to reinvent his music, proving himself equally at home with artistic collaborations and solo projects. In 2019, he launches the album “This Is a Quarantine”, a project inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic, which explores contemporary themes while remaining true to his sound universe. The album also reflects his desire to use music as a means of questioning the world around him and challenging his audience.
Commitment to fight AIDS
Beyond the music scene, Arnaud Rebotini doesn’t hesitate to speak out for causes close to his heart. In tears during his acceptance speech for his César award for Best Original Score, 120 battements par minute, he paid a heartfelt tribute to Act Up: “If the music of 120 battements par minute has any depth, it’s because it’s the voice of those who died, who lost loved ones, who fought and weren’t heard. I dedicate this award to these forgotten heroes of yesterday and today, Act Up still exists and AIDS is not just a film.”