Episode 11: Valéry B.

This Episode features the founders of Peaktime Records, a Paris-based electronic music label dedicated to releasing club-driven tracks and curating immersive events.    Peaktime sits at the intersection of house and techno, with a sharp focus on dancefloor effectiveness and strong artistic identity.    The project takes shape across renowned venues in France and beyond; from the legendary Renate in Berlin to cultural institutions like Rex Club in Paris.    Each event is approached as a holistic project, combining sharp musical curation, strong visual identity, immersive staging, and a cohesive narrative flow from start to finish.    Peaktime positions itself as a forward-thinking, evolving platform, built to spotlight rising artists and create powerful moments where the music, venue, and collective energy all reach their.. Peaktime.  

Episode 12 features Vitess & Toupie –Vitess is one of the most prominent names in the new wave of French electronic music. Known for his powerful live sets and standout releases on labels like Up The Stuss, Locus, Hoarder, Shall Not Fade, Pont Neuf, Bass Jamz, and Homegrxwn, he’s built his own unique sound — a clever mix of warm groove and percussive progressive house pushed by powerhouse rhythms. He’s also part of Chevry Agency, joining a roster of top-tier artists shaping today’s scene.Vitess draws his influences from multiple universes and produces his music under different aliases such as Grand V, Vytamin, and Flamant Rouge. In recent years, he’s taken his project global — with tours across France, Europe, America, Australia, and Asia — and continues to push boundaries with his All Live Long format: an extended live experience that brings all of his sonic personas together.Toupie, a rising force from the Paris scene and member of Roasted Agency, is known for her magnetic blend of punchy house and trance-laced energy. She’s lit up venues like Le Mazette, Dock B, La Rotonde, Le Sacré, and Baby Club Marseille with sets that are as powerful as they are playful.We dive into Vitess’ journey, his aliases, his creative process — and Toupie’s vision, her rise in the Paris scene, and more.Vitess Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/vitess.music/?hl=enToupie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toupie.fm/

Episode 11 features Valéry B, a true veteran of the electronic music and nightlife scene! 🎶With over 30 years in the industry, Valéry has played a pivotal role in shaping the Parisian music scene—as an artistic director, physionomiste, radio host, and more. In this episode, we dive into his journey, from the evolution of nightlife over the decades to the behind-the-scenes realities of the industry. He shares invaluable insights on lineup curation, event programming, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.Whether you’re an artist, promoter, or just passionate about the scene, this conversation is packed with wisdom, advice, and fascinating stories.