(c) Léonie GuyotOur Sound of the Week centres on Pomme, an artist whose sonic and visual identity continues to redefine the boundaries of contemporary Francophone music. This is beautifully mirrored in her latest single, “le village,” a track co-written alongside Aaron Dessner of The National. The collaboration brings a grounded, textured layer to her signature sound, effortlessly blending her delicate folk-pop sensibilities with Dessner’s masterfully understated production.
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Known for an approach that balances intimate acoustic vulnerability with an ethereal undercurrent, Pomme has quietly established herself as one of the most compelling multidisciplinary voices of her generation. Central to her distinct sound is the integration of the autoharp, a traditional instrument she reframes within modern, spacious arrangements to spotlight her raw vocal texture.
(c) Léonie GuyotWhile her music has long held a profound cultural weight within France, her sonic footprint has steadily expanded into global territory. This international breakthrough was significantly amplified by her 2024 collaboration with Stromae and Coldplay for Netflix’s Arcane Season 2, “Ma Meilleure Ennemie,” which set streaming records for French-language releases and proved that her work transcends geographical and linguistic boundaries.
What makes Pomme an essential figure for the KALTBLUT. universe, however, is the intersection of her music with a clear, uncompromising cultural purpose. As an artist, she uses her platform to actively champion LGBTQ+ visibility, feminism, mental health awareness, and environmental advocacy. This sense of social responsibility, combined with her recent ventures into acting and screen work, elevates her work beyond standard pop music. With “le village,” she continues to cultivate a raw, authentic dialogue with a generation looking for both artistic substance and real-world alignment.
