10 punk bands from Paris you need to discover

Check out our list of 10 must-discover punk bands from Paris! These local talents, with their explosive energy and powerful riffs, embody the rebellious and dynamic spirit of the Parisian punk scene. Get ready to dive into raw and authentic sounds that define the city’s music scene.

10. Mirabelle

Mirabelle is a pop-punk band from Paris, blending emo undertones with playful angst inspired by their city’s unique vibe. Since 2021, they’ve explored life through a mix of easycore, trap, and diverse musical backgrounds. Their music reflects their experiences in the romantic yet gritty streets of Paris.

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9. Louis Lingg and the Bombs

Louis Lingg and the Bombs are a punk-rock band from Paris, blending anarchic energy with garage-electro, riot-pop and touch of industrial. Known for their 2.5-minute, ultra-political tracks, they demand instant attention with their explosive sound. Formed in 2006, their music combines rebellious punk rock with playful, anarcho-pop elements.

8. Aqua Tofana

Giulia Tofana, a 17th-century figure from Paris, was known for aiding women trapped in bad marriages by providing them with a discreet, effective poison called Aqua Tofana. Her legacy blends post-punk, pop, and noise influences, reflecting a mix of historical rebellion and modern musical innovation in Parisian culture.

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7. Going Forward

Going Forward, a Parisian pop-punk/alt-metal quartet, has been energizing French stages since 2022. After releasing their debut EP and a standout performance at Rock En Seine’s Île-de-France stage, they’ve quickly gained attention for their dynamic energy and Californian good vibes.

6. Good Shit!

“good shit” is an expression someone says when they like an action or event that has happened.
Person A: Hey, I’m seeing this band live tomorrow night, how are they?
Person B: Dude, they are amazing live, you’re going to have a blast!
Person A: Good shit! 

5. Dolores Riposte

Dolores Riposte is a punk rock band influenced by groups like Zabriskie Point and Guerilla Poubelle. They first gained attention with their 2006 demo Imagine le Bordel, followed by a split CD covering Zabriskie Point with Guerilla Poubelle. Their debut album was released in 2007. Featuring former members of Dice Curse and Misspent Youth, Dolores Riposte returns to its punk roots with powerful energy and strong connections to the French punk scene.

4. LPDB

In 2015, after the symbolic “death” of Edouard Nenez, the band decided to continue as LPDB. The acronym’s meaning changes depending on the context, reflecting their flexible and collaborative nature. Without a designated singer or leader, LPDB embraces a shared approach, with members taking turns or performing simultaneously.

3. Acid Gras

Acid Gras is a French punk band with an Australian white-trash vibe, delivering sweaty, intense performances. With two women, one man, and powerful riffs, they embrace a timeless 8.6 aesthetic.

2. Maladroit

This French band delivers simple, catchy punk songs with sticky choruses and minimal guitar solos. They sing about life on the road, DIY punk, and failed relationships, often in French, embracing a raw and humorous style.

1. Cheap Riot

Formed around former Dadds member Antoine Hue, Parisian band Cheap Riot embraced the punk sound of 77 in the mid-2010s. With two men and a woman on drums, their music blends punk and garage rock with an atypical, androgynous vocal style. Their last album, released in early 2019, marked their split.

More BOOKS to get :

Revenge of the She-Punks: A Feminist Music History from Poly Styrene to Pussy Riot

Queercore: How to Punk a Revolution: An Oral History

The Secret History of Black Punk: Record Zero: Paperback Edition

Day the Country Died: A History of Anarcho Punk 1980–1984