Casablanca Drivers have dropped their new video and single titled ‘Garage’. ‘Garage’ opens like a hidden room in an old nightclub: gritty, neon-washed, and teeming with tactile sound. The production embraces the raw edges of its title — there’s an industrial grumble to the percussion and a reverb-soaked guitar that feels like it was recorded in a metal shell, not a sanitized studio. It sits somewhere between post-punk swagger and electro-garage ethos, conjuring the feel of a rainy late-night drive when the city feels alive and dangerously quiet at once. The mix places instruments in a wide, almost cinematic space, giving each element room to breathe while never losing that sense of grounded urgency.
Vocally, there’s a detached cool that threads through ‘Garage’, as if the singer is both inside the moment and narrating it from the outside. It’s an aloofness that some of us here at Jammerzine might describe as “beautifully unbothered” — not lazy, but intentionally calibrated to let mood carry the emotional heft. The lyrics don’t offer up broad statements so much as they drop images like cigarette butts and flickering streetlamps, building a scene rather than telling a story. By refusing to lean on conventional hooks, the track invites listeners to sink into its atmosphere and interpret what it means to them, rather than handing them a meaning on a platter.
What sets ‘Garage’ apart is how it manages to feel both contemporary and timeless. There’s a low-end thrum reminiscent of late-’70s proto-punk that blends seamlessly with a kind of modern electronic grit — a synthesis that keeps the song feeling fresh without sounding like it’s pandering to trends. Casablanca Drivers seem to understand texture as well as tone: layers of shuddering bass, crisp hi-hats, and hazy melody lines weave in and out with a deliberateness that rewards repeated listens. It’s easy to imagine this track scoring a late-night indie film montage or soundtracking a gritty urban comic panel, and that cinematic quality is part of its charm.
‘Garage’ doesn’t shout; it hovers. And there’s a persuasive confidence in that choice. Instead of grabbing attention with bombast, it seduces with nuance — a melodic smirk rather than a shout. Casablanca Drivers have crafted a piece that feels lived-in and immediate, a testament to the power of mood in music. It’s the kind of song that doesn’t just play at you, but invites you to exist inside it for a few minutes — and in doing so, it lingers long after the final note fades.
About Casablanca Drivers & ‘Garage’
‘Garage’ is the third single from their upcoming album delivers a raw garage rock approach driven by distorted guitars and a tight, relentless rhythm section—blending the visceral energy of early 2000s rock with the electronic edge that defined the era.
“Garage is an emotional track inspired by the early 2000s, blending raw garage rock energy with the electronic edge of that era,” explain duo Nicolas Paoletti (vocals/guitar) and Alexandre Diani (vocals/guitar). “The song moves between softness and intensity, carried by strong synth themes and expressive vocals. With its revival electro-clash vibe, it taps into a sound that feels both nostalgic and strikingly current, echoing the spirit of some of your favorite bands.”
What if Casablanca Drivers were not a Parisian boys’ band, but a London-based girl power trio? The accompanying music video reimagines the band’s identity, following three young women through their everyday lives in East London as they hum along to the track. Director Simran Kaur captures the raw, skin-like textures of British streets to match the band’s electro-clash sound, turning urban scenery into a living backdrop that pulses with the same visceral energy as the music. The video is elevated by legendary editor Spike Gonzo’s sharp eye for rhythmic cutting, creating a visual experience that feels both intimate and electric.
Produced by NIT (Sébastien Tellier, Cola Boyy) and mixed by Ash Workman (Metronomy, Baxter Dury), ‘Garage’ strips down production to its essentials, maintaining a linear structure that keeps focus on momentum and intensity. The band builds sustained tension through raw impact and repetition, constructing the track around physical momentum and melodic development—no unnecessary detours, just unrelenting forward motion from start to finish.
The single’s artwork is designed by legendary French artist and director Alex Courtès, who created iconic album artwork for Daft Punk, Air, and Cassius—and famously designed Daft Punk’s iconic helmets. Courtès, who began his career creating visuals for French house musicians after studying at Penninghen, has directed music videos for Phoenix (“If I Ever Feel Better”), The White Stripes (“Seven Nation Army”), Air (“Radio Number 1”), U2 (“Vertigo” – Grammy Award winner), Kasabian (“Shoot the Runner”), Franz Ferdinand (“The Fallen”), Justice, Kylie Minogue, Sébastien Tellier, and Jamiroquai. His involvement positions ‘Garage’ within a visual and sonic lineage of French electronic and indie music heritage.
Formed in Corsica before relocating to Paris, Casablanca Drivers gained recognition for their 2020 debut album ‘Super Adventure Club’, which incorporated themes of nightlife and urban adventure, focusing on characters in different bars. Their sound—initially rooted in garage rock—has evolved into a synth-heavy, psychedelic pop blend often compared to Phoenix meets Tame Impala.
Following key releases, including the EP ‘Tabloid’ and singles like “No Mercy” and “Take Action” feat. Kirin J Callinan, the duo have worked with producer James Ireland (Pond), indie artist Max Baby, and current collaborator NIT.
Currently, their latest single “Plastic” sits at #20 on the Netherlands Alternative/Indie Charts, demonstrating growing international traction. The band recently opened for Rey Pila in Mexico City (December 2025) and are signed to Arts & Crafts México for releases and French booking agency Podium Agency, with a France/Europe tour currently in development.
Casablanca Drivers will perform at the Radiooooo Party in Paris on 21st January 2026, alongside Sofie Royer, Sacha (La Femme), PPJ, Sababa 5, and La Feste Antonacci—a fitting showcase for a band channelling early 2000s electro-clash energy into 2026’s indie landscape.
With ‘Garage’, Casablanca Drivers deliver high-energy, danceable music that feels both nostalgic and strikingly current—raw, relentless, and unapologetically physical.
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