AIOIA (translation: This is) is one of the most innovative bands to emerge from France in recent years. Mixing a vast variety of genres from rock and metal, to ambient and classical, the result is genre-defying. The lyrical themes take the shape and structure of an opera, and upon employing some of the most talented vocal talents in the country, assisted by experimental melodies, the AIOIA project has truly taken form as one of the most interesting and instantly recognisable bands on the music scene today.

What began as an alcohol-fuelled idea, formed by a group of songwriters, composers and scientists became a strong musical force, as members dedicated their time and talent to producing one of the most engaging debuts. The result, an 11-track CD titled Ummo Uxa began the journey of AIOIA, and inspired them to further their music, developing their sound and perfecting their composition skills before unleashing their latest production, the stunning follow up, Gaa.

With tours planned and a future looking bright, AIOIA are only opening the doors to what the future might hold. With some of the most captivating soundscapes this side of Faithless and Portishead, and the vocal talents to compliment is, the future is an unknown venture that is likely to see AIOIA become the most experimental, interesting export France has ever produced.

Stéphane Sarrazin

Composer, multi-instrumentist, guitar, lead vocals

Kinnie Lane

Lead vocals

Dji

Guitar

Didier Baude

Bass

Christian Templet

Drums