chest.
23
March
chest. is a five-piece band from Paris that blends gritty noise rock with infectious melodies and electronic experimentation. The band was born from friendships forged while working at Supersonic, one of Paris's most important venues for independent music. Driven by a shared love for loud rock 'n' roll and sonic exploration, chest. developed a unique sound that brings together British alternative rock, industrial, techno, and shoegaze. Fueled by driving rhythms, distorted guitars, and danceable electronics, they constantly seek the balance between melody and sonic chaos. Their close-knit friendship, a playful sense of self-deprecation, and the ambition to turn every show into an intense, communal experience are also key parts of their identity. Even before releasing any music, chest. was included in NME’s ‘100 Artists to Watch in 2025’ list. Their debut EP All Good Things End was released in February 2025 via Howlin Banana and quickly boosted their international reputation.
After supporting acts such as DITZ, Jehnny Beth, Heavy Lungs, and KNIVES, and performing at festivals like Rock en Seine and Eurosonic Noorderslag, chest. began recording their debut album in the autumn of 2025 at the legendary Studio La Frette. The album, which the band produced entirely themselves, builds on their melodic noise rock foundation while exploring new influences from industrial, techno, and shoegaze. Tracks like ‘Otto’, ‘Cor’, and ‘Entertainment’ showcase the different facets of their sound: from hypnotic future punk and dark, spacious choruses to an explosive, metallic take on Britpop. With their uncompromising drive to experiment and a reputation as a powerhouse live act, chest. is emerging as a standout new name in the French rock scene.
