2024
Décembre
3rd release from the Indigo project (EP will be out in 2025). From the peaceful andante of waves caressing the shore, to the moderato of dancing waves, to the deep lento of the abyss, the blues of the sea are expressed in crescendos and diminuendos in “Outremer”. David Grumel‘s piano becomes a liquid mirror, reflecting the ocean’s movements, from surface sparkles to mysterious depths. Simply poetic…. Out Dec. 6th, 2024
2024
October
For once, Anis Bahmed‘s « Ikigai » is a splendid piano solo, conducive to calm. It’s a joyful lullaby with the artist’s inimitable touch. With its simplicity, this piece touches the heart without artifice, recalling the innocence and joie de vivre of childhood. A true raison d’être for Anis Bahmed. Out Oct. 11th, 2024.
2024
October
“Indigo”, David Grumel’s new piano solo, evokes this ancient color which symbolizes melancholy and life. Ideal title for this journey to the heart of the intense blues expressed by the artist. Always unique, the composer has constantly renewed his work for more than 30 years. By touch we can think of Olaflur Arnalds or Ludwig Göransson, always comforting. David’s music hits 12M+ streams. Out Oct. 4th, 2024.
2024
August
Dive into the enchanting waves of « Océan Mer » the new solo piano piece inspired by the captivating novel of Alessandro Baricco, an author dear to the composer’s heart. Each note evokes the mysteries of the sea, weaving a melody that explores the depth of emotions, in perfect harmony with Baricco’s poetic pages revealing the secrets of the ocean. A real immersive musical experience, where the poetic fusion of music and the novel captures the mysteries and nuances of « Océan Mer » David’s music hits more than 12M streams. August 9, 2024.
2024
July
Six weeks after the release of « Impromptu No. 1, » which garnered over 100,000 streams, David Grumel presents his new piano solo with a bit of ambient. Recorded live in one take at his personal studio on a rainy day, this piece captures the artist’s raw performance. Listeners can appreciate the full expressiveness and sensitivity of the artist, whose music has amassed more than 11 million streams to date. This sad and introspective piece is set to be released on July 5, 2024.
2024
June
This new piano solo by David Grumel was recorded in live condition in his own studio, closest to the instrument. “Impromptu No. 1” will be part of a concept album – to come in 2025. We can hear all the expressiveness and sensitivity of the artist who has 11M+ streams to date. Listen to this piece, it’s diving in into the sky, the sea, the night, the dream, the melancholy – a true refuge. A moving and comforting piece. Out May, 24th 02024
2024
May
1.2M+ streams on his 3 debut releases and a #1 on « Piano chill » by AppleMusic, Anis Bahmed releases this new track « Noori» in the month of light. The artist once again reveals his beautiful sensitivity, simplicity and unique style, elevated by the subtle and warm production of David Grumel & Ô Lake. The piece sends us a music full peaceful light, close to Hans Zimmer. Both version : ambient and piano solo available. Peaceful piano
2024
March
With 10M+ plays and a record year with 4.9 million plays in 2023 alone, David Grumel has tirelessly delivered a large, multiple and eclectic work over the last 30 years.This felt piano solo well-named track « La mélancolie de Satie » is a moving nod to the famous French composer of the spirit of Erik Satie and compatriot of the artist, all in less than 2 minutes. Inspired ! Perfect for daydreaming and cocooning. – Out 22th March 2024
2024
March
Second release on 1DG for the Franco-Spanish artist Pol Mira. From the first seconds, this new French Touch anthem immerses us in a timeless, warm, and catchy production, reminiscent of iconic bands like Phoenix or Metronomy. « Missing Line » explores the poignant theme of resilience in the face of the end of a story. It could well become the new indie/pop hit of this summer, resonating on all the festival stages. – Out 1st March 2024
2024
February
With +510K streams, Guillaume Defradat come back with « Alessan. » A true ode to Debussy, this new solo piano piece confirms, in less than 155 seconds, the refinement and mastery of this Alpine pianist. Profound and sensitive, « Alessan »’s reverie reaffirms the immense talent of a timeless classical composer and a pianist with a rare and delicate touch. A musician to follow closely. Delicate and deep as Víkingur Ólafsson with a french classical touch. A future classic… – Out, Feb 23th 2024
2024
January
With 1.3M+ streams on his first two releases and a #1 on « Piano chill » by AppleMusic, Anis Bahmed makes his grand return with « Meráki. » In this new creation, the artist once again reveals his sensitivity and unique style, elevated by the subtle and warm production of David Grumel & Ô Lake.
« Meráki, » holds a special place in the artist’s heart. It symbolizes a complete investment in a work, leaving a piece of oneself with an extra touch of soul… It’s the perfect title for this new release. You can now discover it in both ambient and piano solo versions. Out Jan, 19th 2023
2023
September
Each title of the album is dedicated to a person who matters to the artist. For celebrate the release, David has recorded some tracks of the LP in live at home.
The album « Isola » recovers one year of piano solo. With more than 2.4 million streams, encapsulating the essence of David Grumel. Concluding the album is the impressionist track « Impressions » is a testament to David’s unwavering dedication. Immerse yourself in the cinematic melodies with textures and let the piano transport you to a world of serenity and peaceful. – Out, 8th Sep, 2023
2023
October
From the first few seconds, a catchy riff and Pol Mira‘s unique voice set the scene. The Franco-Spanish artist composed this sparkling, poppy and luminous love anthem in Brighton. A track where the intimate meets the universal and where the Incandescent and organic production emphasizes the sincerity of the lyrics. Between Glass Animals and The 1975, this song is the ideal soundtrack for a sunset on the beach.
2023
June
The anthemic track Disparate Youth by Santigold is an indie pop standard (+160M streams). With this cover, Martin Costaz gives his own interpretation of this generational soundtrack, giving the lyrics depth and melancholia. With a delicate piano, the production is both minimalist and intense. Martin’s androgyne voice and harmonies gives an emotion deeply in phase with the century. Soothing and dreamy, a true revelation between Gary Jules & Sufjan Stevens. – Out 2/06/2023
2023
January
Anis Bahmed « Ethbet »
Almost half a million streams with his debut ambient piece ‘The last flakes‘, Anis Ahmed come back with ‘Ethbet‘.
A sensitive, unique and joyful track produced by Ô Lake & David Grumel. The artist confirms his elegance and deep sensibility.
Built around three pianos that intertwine, the warmed arrangements are full on emotions and delicacy.
With its notes of hope, ‘Ethbet‘ calls us for unity in front of the madness of the world. – Out 20/01/2023
Playlisted #1 in Piano Chill, #4 in Classical Edge, #5 in Piano Calm
2022
December
David Grumel « Delta »
The piano ostinati of this new piece by David Grumel are hypnotizing. Sometimes calm, sometimes tumultuous, the artist sails on the waterways to the confluences of an imaginary delta. A place full of life where the waters flow into the sea. Little brooks make great rivers ? In a Max Richter vibes, David has tirelessly delivered a large and eclectic body of work for more than 31 years. A time that has been so dear to the artist. Little brooks make great rivers ?
The track gets 8 editorial playlists on Amazon Music, 8 editorial playlists on Spotify and more 240 other playlists – Out 09/12/2022
2022
December
Ben Gardet « Fallin’ down »
An intimate soft folk song with a luminous and ethereal orchestration.
Ben Gardet gives us his new track « Fallin’ down » a tailor made and memorable topline, celestial vocal flights reminding us with some Sufjan Stevens reminiscence.
Sustained by warm arrangements highlighted with children’s choirs this single produced by David Grumel, speaks to us of resilience. Fallin’ down to better meet… 19TH OCT 2023