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Pearl and the Oysters
OriginParis, France / Gainesville, Florida / Los Angeles, United States
Genres
Years active2015–present
Labels
Members
  • Juliette Pearl Davis
  • Joachim Polack
Websitewww.pearlandtheoysters.com

Pearl and the Oysters is a French-American indie pop duo formed by Juliette Pearl Davis and Joachim Polack. The group originated in Paris, later relocating to Gainesville, Florida, and then to Los Angeles. Their music blends elements of indie pop, synth-pop, dream pop, and 1960s/1970s-inspired sounds.[1][2][3]

History

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Davis and Polack met during high school in Paris and began collaborating musically. They later moved to the United States, where they became part of Gainesville’s independent music scene.[4][5] In 2020, they relocated to Los Angeles.[6][7]

Artistry

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Style

The band's musical style is often described as an eclectic fusion of space-age pop, soft rock, and jazz influences, characterized by lush arrangements and a dreamy atmosphere.[8] Their songwriting often evokes nostalgic moods while maintaining a contemporary indie sensibility.[9][10][11]

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Influences

Juliette and Joachim met on their first day of high school in Paris, sharing a passion for music and artists like Burt Bacharach, Kurt Weill, and Antônio Carlos.[12][13][14]

Career and Releases

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Their self-titled debut album was released in 2017. Subsequent releases include Canned Music (2018), Flowerland (2021), Coast 2 Coast (2023), and Planet Pearl (2024). They have released music under labels such as Ghostly International and Stones Throw Records.[15][16]

Collaborations

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The duo has collaborated with musicians including Lætitia Sadier of Stereolab and Riley Geare of Unknown Mortal Orchestra.[17] [18]These collaborations have been noted in critical discussions of their evolving sound.[19][20][21][22]

Band members

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  • Juliette Pearl Davis – vocals, flute, synthesizers
  • Joachim Polack – keyboards, production
    • Juliette & the Oysters performing live at SXSW in 2019

    Discography

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    Studio albums

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    • Pearl and the Oysters (2017)
    • Canned Music (2018)
    • Flowerland (2021)
    • Coast 2 Coast (2023)
    • Planet Pearl (2024)

    Singles and EPs

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    • "Pacific Ave" (2022)
    • "Konami" (2023)
    • "Think of Rain" (2024)

    Critical reception

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    Publications such as Clash, FLOOD, and Wonderland have positively reviewed the band's work, noting their blend of retro styles with contemporary pop. Clash Magazine referred to their sound as “space-age pop folded with soft rock and jazz influences.”[19][23]

    See also

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    References

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    1. ^ "Pearl & the Oysters Go Full Depressed-Disco on New Single "Big Time"". FLOOD. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
    2. ^ Staff, Wonderland (2023-04-21). "Pearl & the Oysters Discuss New Album Coast 2 Coast". Wonderland. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
    3. ^ Aguilar, Roman (March 20, 2023). "A NIGHT OF PSYCHEDELIC SPACE POP WITH PEARL & THE OYSTERS - KCR College Radio".
    4. ^ "Pearl & The Oysters Los Angeles Shows on DoLA". DoLA.
    5. ^ "Pearl & The Oysters: 2025 | WFUV". wfuv.org.
    6. ^ "Pearl & The Oysters are Finally Home – Feature Interview". POST-TRASH. 2024-10-18. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
    7. ^ "Pearl & the Oysters Share "Side Quest"". 26 June 2024.
    8. ^ "Pearl & The Oysters are Finally Home | Feature Interview". POST-TRASH. 2024-10-18. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
    9. ^ "Balancing an indie-pop band with a musicology doctorate". arts.ufl.edu.
    10. ^ "Pearl & The Oysters pay homage to 70's glam rock with their new song "Read The Room" – West Coast Soul.de". westcoastsoul.de.
    11. ^ Young, Emily (November 27, 2024). "Pearl & The Oysters Live at WNXP". WNXP 91.1 FM.
    12. ^ "A Conversation with Pearl & the Oysters". Weirdo Music Forever. 2022-04-16. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
    13. ^ Stories, Local (2023-02-06). "Life & Work with Pearl & the Oysters". Voyage LA Magazine | LA City Guide. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
    14. ^ "Live Sessions". NPR. Retrieved 2025-03-02.
    15. ^ "Pearl & the Oysters Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bi..." AllMusic. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
    16. ^ https://hometown-talent.com/artist/pearl-the-oysters/
    17. ^ Staff, Wonderland (2024-09-20). "Pearl & The Oysters - "Planet Pearl"". Wonderland. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
    18. ^ Staff, Wonderland (2024-09-20). "Pearl & The Oysters - "Planet Pearl"". Wonderland. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
    19. ^ a b Interviews, Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews &; Murray, Robin (2023-03-28). "Pearl & The Oysters Joined By Stereolab's Lætitia Sadier On 'Read The Room' | News". Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews & Interviews. Retrieved 2025-07-02.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
    20. ^ "A Conversation with Pearl & the Oysters". Weirdo Music Forever. April 16, 2022.
    21. ^ "Pearl & the Oysters Journey to New Depths with "Coast 2 Coast"". WOOO. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
    22. ^ "Pearl & The Oysters are Finally Home – Feature Interview". POST-TRASH. 2024-10-18. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
    23. ^ "Pearl & the Oysters Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bi..." AllMusic. Retrieved 2025-02-08.
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