“22:22” is the third album by French duo Polo & Pan (Alexandre Grynszpan and Paul-Armand Delille). It blends electronic music, disco, dream house and French pop, with guests including Beth Ditto and Metronomy, and arrives as the duo prepares to play Coachella 2025.
22:22: a sensory journey
With “22:22,” Polo & Pan take listeners on a captivating sensory journey. The duo’s third album is defined by polished, texture-rich production, where electronic elements blend seamlessly with melodies inspired by disco, dream house, French pop and even the French Touch. The tracks move between danceable rhythms and introspective moments, striking a careful balance throughout.
Known for a singular style that mixes electronic sounds and world music, Polo & Pan have earned a place on the global electronic stage over the past decade, with hits like “Canopée” and “Ani Kuni.”
High-profile collaborations
The album’s lead singles already won audiences over: “The Mirror,” a vibrant tribute to the golden age of disco with a Moroder-esque touch, and “Petite Étoile,” featuring the legendary Beth Ditto (Gossip), whose powerful, emotional voice fits perfectly into Polo & Pan’s world.
British band Metronomy adds their distinctive indie-pop-meets-electronic touch on “Disco Nap,” while features from Arthur Teboul (Feu! Chatterton), Kids Return and PawPaw Rod enrich the record further. Each collaboration adds a new dimension to this bold, eclectic work.
Coachella 2025
Polo & Pan were also set to perform at Coachella, as the only French act on the bill that year, a strong opportunity to bring “22:22” to an international audience.
Our verdict
With “22:22,” Polo & Pan reaffirm their role as pillars of French electro-pop. More than a set of new sounds, the album reflects on the duo’s artistic evolution, weaving electronic textures, iconic collaborations and spellbinding melodies into a rich body of work. A must-listen for fans of French electronic music.
Key facts
- Album: “22:22,” third studio album by Polo & Pan
- Duo: Alexandre Grynszpan and Paul-Armand Delille (French)
- Guests: Beth Ditto, Metronomy, Arthur Teboul, Kids Return, PawPaw Rod
- Notable: only French act at Coachella 2025; sold-out European tour incl. two Olympia dates
- Style: electronic, disco, dream house, French pop, French Touch
