Bob Sinclar and DJ Yellow have released a book, “Bob Sinclar & DJ Yellow: Our 30 Years of French Touch,” looking back on three decades of French electronic music, from the birth of Yellow Productions to the global rise of the French Touch.
Having already left their mark on electronic music history, Bob Sinclar and DJ Yellow revisit thirty years of French Touch in their new book, “Bob Sinclar & DJ Yellow: Our 30 Years of French Touch.” The book dives into an era when France established itself as a global reference for the electronic scene.
Two pioneers, one shared story
Bob Sinclar, a House music icon, and DJ Yellow, co-founder of the legendary label Yellow Productions, join forces to deliver a story rich in anecdotes and reflection. The book traces their respective journeys, but also the evolution of the French Touch through their collaboration and shared passion for music. Together, they tell how a movement born in the Parisian underground conquered clubs worldwide and redefined the codes of electronic music.
The duo looks back on their beginnings in the 1990s, an era marked by the energy of the first house parties in Paris and the birth of a unique sound blending electro, disco and funk. They reveal the behind-the-scenes story of Yellow Productions, the label that launched key artists like Dimitri from Paris, Shazz and Kid Loco, while supporting the emergence of the French Touch.
Memories and confidences
The book is full of unpublished anecdotes and personal memories. Bob Sinclar recounts his meteoric rise with cult tracks like “Gym Tonic” and “Love Generation,” while DJ Yellow shares the challenges of running an independent label and the bold bets taken to launch new talent. The book also explores the artists’ encounters with other iconic figures of the scene, like Daft Punk, Laurent Garnier and Cassius.
A deep dive into the French Touch
Beyond their personal journeys, Bob Sinclar and DJ Yellow offer a fascinating analysis of the cultural and musical impact of the French Touch. They highlight how the movement evolved over the decades, adapting to new technologies and audiences. The book also touches on broader themes, like the influence of legendary Parisian clubs (Le Palace, Les Bains Douches) and the importance of visuals (album covers, innovative music videos, bold marketing) in building the French Touch identity and exporting it internationally.
A living legacy
For Bob Sinclar and DJ Yellow, the book is also a way to pass on a legacy. They remind us how much the French Touch influenced generations of artists and still resonates in contemporary music, in pop, hip-hop and techno alike. A must-have for electronic music lovers, the book is available now. To get this collector’s edition, visit Bob Sinclar’s official website.
Key facts
- Book: “Bob Sinclar & DJ Yellow: Our 30 Years of French Touch”
- Authors: Bob Sinclar (House icon) and DJ Yellow (co-founder of Yellow Productions)
- Yellow Productions launched Dimitri from Paris, Shazz, Kid Loco
- Themes: history of the French Touch, Parisian club culture, the movement’s global influence
