French 79

French 79 is the electronic music project of Simon Henner, a producer based in Marseille whose recordings have been linked to the French Touch tradition. This London concert takes place at Islington Assembly Hall.

Simon Henner, who performs as French 79, works from Marseille and has been described by Jean-Michel Jarre as the heir to the French Touch. His reputation rests on three albums, Olympic, Joshua and TEENAGERS, which extend well beyond techno through harmonic sequences and arpeggios that turn sounds into emotional landscapes. The emphasis on synthesised melody gives the music a broad appeal that reaches listeners outside dance-floor circles.

Two of his singles, Diamond Veins and Lovin'Feeling, have each earned export platinum certification. He also produced and co-composed Moon for Kid Francescoli, a single that reached diamond status. These releases show a steady output across collaborations as well as solo work.

The concert takes place at Islington Assembly Hall, a Grade II listed building that hosts concerts and shows in London. The evening suits anyone interested in electronic music built on melody and atmosphere, and in the work of a producer who has shaped the French electronic scene over several albums.