sommaire Transnational Learning Network Indochine

In 1981, Indochine first appeared of the world of rock. This group composed of two members: Nicolas Sirkis (the singer) and Dominique Nicolas (the guitarist and composer). In almost four months they write their first hits and prepare their live.

            In November, two new members join the group: Dimitri Bodianski (a saxophonist) and Stephan Sirkis (Nicolas’s brother). They sign their first contract and sing “François” and “Dizzidance politik” witch quickly become successes. In the 80’s they record albums with the same style.

            In 1989, Dimitri leaves the group but Indochine remains as the pop rock reference in France. 1991, it’s the birthday of ten years of success but in 1994 it is the beginning of the end. Dominique is fed up with the situation and leaves Indochine in 1995 but Nicolas and Stephan want to go on with the group. Now it’s just a duo of two brothers. They sign new contract for three albums.

            February 1999, the group is torn apart again because Stephan dies before finishing the album.

            2002, Nicolas Sirkis pays a tribute to his brother after three years of absence, singing the hit “j’ ai demandé à la lune” written by Mickey 3D for Nicolas. Indochine has recorded a new album “Paradize” and now Nicolas is in live “Paradize tour”.

It is a comeback of Indochine!

Harmony  Guillot and Pauline Delalandre