GROOVE RUNS IN THE BLOOD

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    Pierre Mangeard was born and raised in Burgundy, where music was a shared passion within his family. At the age of 7, he began learning the clarinet, but six years later, his interest in drumming, encouraged by his father who was a drummer and a lover of Afro-American music, led him to focus exclusively on this instrument, setting aside his studies to fully dedicate himself to his musical passion.

   

    During his teenage years, he explored a variety of musical styles, ranging from the dynamic raps of Naughty by Nature, B.i.G., and Tupac to the acid jazz of Jamiroquai. He also delved into the works of great musicians such as Herbie Hancock and Steve Coleman, while admiring music legends like James Brown and Michael Jackson.

In 2008, Pierre moved to Paris, where he quickly developed his artistic career through various collaborations that allowed him to travel worldwide. He made his mark in jazz alongside Hubert Dupont and Magic Malik, in Afro groove with Debademba and Toukouleur Orchestra, and in Latin urban music collaborating with La Dame Blanche. His unique character and humor have always been distinctive features of his musical projects.

 

    In 2019, he released his EP "LEMEDOUAI," an expressive fusion of his funk, jazz, and hip-hop influences, using his voice as a rhythmic extension of the drums. He also joined Alexandre Herer's Nunataq project, regularly touring in India. In 2023, his solo electro-acoustic project emerged, exploring an innovative blend of drums, vocals, clarinet, and electronic instruments. His performances in India with this solo project, as well as his opening act for La Dame Blanche at Boule Noire in April 2024, marked significant milestones in his ongoing artistic evolution.

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