Chapter 1
The studio apprentices
Chapter 2
Riding the French Touch wave
Chapter 3
The master producers
Chapter 4
Legacy, tragedy, and rebirth
YOUR GOAL
Master of The story of Cassius
Ch 2 · Riding the French Touch wave
koblenz Cassius French Touch Music
In the heart of Paris, a rhythmic spree, Cassius filtered disco, setting house beats free.
koblenz Adopting the name Cassius, the duo released a sensational debut album that redefined club culture.
koblenz Philippe Zdar teamed up with Étienne de Crécy to release a seminal underground album.
Fun Fact
Name inspiration: The duo named themselves Cassius as a tribute to the legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, who was born Cassius Clay.
Glossary
french touch (noun)
A style of electronic dance music originating in France, characterized by disco samples and phaser effects. The Parisian duo Cassius helped define this genre with their acclaimed 1999 debut album.
A style of electronic dance music originating in France, characterized by disco samples and phaser effects. The Parisian duo Cassius helped define this genre with their acclaimed 1999 debut album.
Quiz
What was the name of the short-lived house duo Philippe Zdar formed with Étienne de Crécy in 1996?
Quiz
What was the title of Cassius's first major hit single, which shared its name with their debut album?
Quiz
Which soul artist's song 'All This Love That I'm Giving' did Cassius sample for their hit 'Feeling for You'?
Quiz
What is the name of the electronic music movement that Cassius championed alongside Daft Punk and Air?
Quiz
What distinctive audio effect, heavily used by Cassius, involves sweeping frequencies to make a sample sound like it is underwater?