Le Concorde is back after a long hiatus and his new single “Corpus Christi” is a powerful return. Stephen Becker, the artist behind this project, has crafted a track that feels both nostalgic and fresh, blending 80s-inspired synth-pop with modern production.
The song pulls you in from the first second with its shimmering instrumentation. The production is polished and professional, with layers of lush synths, rich melodies, and intricate arrangements that all work together beautifully. The vocals are filled with passion, carrying the song’s emotional depth effortlessly. You can hear the influence of classic 80s bands like The Blue Nile and Prefab Sprout, but the song still maintains a unique identity.
The songwriting is solid, with a strong sense of atmosphere that makes the song stand out. The energy is vibrant yet controlled and the mix of soulful vocals with vintage synth textures creates a mesmerizing listening experience. It’s clear that Becker, along with legendary producer Calum Malcolm and keyboardist Roger Manning, Jr., put a lot of care into every detail of this track.
We love the energy of this song. It has a beautiful flow, and the production is truly impressive. The way the instrumentation blends with the vocals feels effortless and the melodies are simply captivating. “Corpus Christi” is a great single that proves Le Concorde’s return was worth the wait.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Le Concorde is the brainchild of LA-based songwriter, Stephen Becker. Originally born of 80’s UK influences now known by the nouveau genre-moniker, “sophisti-pop”, Le Concorde reintroduced this high style to the world of indie-pop music in the mid-00s, pulling in personnel from Scritti Politti and The Psychedelic Furs for a series of releases on iconic indie-pop labels, March Records and Le Grand Magistery.
The new single “Corpus Christi” (from the forthcoming album, “Second Mansions”) is a song of miraculous signs, geographical entanglements, and the future patron saint of the internet.
The single features an ensemble of legendary personnel including: Scottish producer Calum Malcolm (The Blue Nile, Prefab Sprout), keyboardist Roger Joseph Manning, Jr. (Jellyfish, Beck), drummer Ash Soan (Seal, Trevor Horn), bassist Vinzenz Benjamin (ABC, Paul Young), and vocalist Doris Brendel.
