The music of French pop luminary Julie Pietri is rooted in classic 1980s style, but her vocals are utterly ageless. Drum machine snares and claps, MIDI bass slaps and warbling synths give tracks like "Nuit sans issue" and the powerful "Magdalena" a distinct post-disco sound. At the same time, the lyrical stories Pietri weaves over beautifully haunting melodies are universally relevant. Her smash hit "Eve lève-toi" is a stirring push against gender inequalities, her voice brimming with passion and encouragement amidst nostalgic electronica accompaniment.