Anne-Flore is an experienced project manager with seven years in the music industry, specializing in French electronic music. Her passion for music began in childhood, inspired by the French Touch pioneers at Ed Banger Records, with artists like Justice, Sebastian, and Breakbot shaping her early musical taste. Raised by parents who loved soul and jazz, especially Motown, she took up guitar and voice lessons, building the foundation for her future career.
Originally from a small village in southern France, Anne-Flore moved to Paris to pursue her goal of working in music. Following an internship at the "Plages Électroniques" festival in Cannes, she joined Roche Musique in 2017, during a period of growth driven by Lo-fi and chill artists like FKJ and Dabeull. Anne-Flore quickly became a key team member, known for her dedication and strong relationships with artists and colleagues alike.
Her career gained an international dimension after a two-year stay in Mexico, where she expanded her network and developed a particular interest in niche hybrid genres, especially within Latin and Hispanic music scenes.
Describe a day in your life working as a Head of Projects at Roche Musique
Each day is different, which is what I love most about my job. My mornings typically start with checking emails, and the afternoons are often filled with meetings.
I begin by reviewing performance data and stats, analyzing trends, playlist engagement, and marketing campaign outcomes. I stay in regular contact with key partners to discuss recent releases and plan upcoming ones—including Believe for digital distribution, Bigwax for physical distribution, Base for marketing campaigns, along with managers and PR teams.
A key part of my role involves approving mixes, masters, and tracklists, setting up digital and street rollouts, and collaborating closely with artists on artistic direction to identify the best visual partners for each release (for music videos, artwork, press shots, etc.). My role centers on coordinating all project aspects, ensuring smooth communication among everyone involved—management, legal, A&R, distribution, DSPs, community managers, and, ultimately, our fans.
I spend at least an hour a day listening to new releases, checking playlists, and reading industry news to stay current. And every Friday, I share my favorite releases with friends and colleagues on Instagram.
How is the French electronic music scene today?
French electronic music had a defining moment in the early 2010s with labels like Ed Banger, Roche Musique, Partyfine, Kitsuné, Electroposé, and YouTube channels like TheSoundYouNeed and MajesticCasual.
In 2024, however, it's harder to isolate “French electronic music” as a distinct genre, as many recent releases are heavily influenced by the UK scene (D&B, UKG, Jersey) and other rising “mainstream” styles such as Amapiano, Batida, and Baile Funk.
That said, French electronic music—especially the “French Touch”—remains a cherished cultural legacy. A recent example is Kavinsky’s "Nightcall" featuring Angèle, which received renewed attention after being featured in the Olympics closing ceremony. I believe Gen Alpha will continue to shape this genre in the coming years, blending the heritage of French electronic music with fresh, hybrid styles.
At Roche Musique, what’s your biggest focus when it comes to artist growth?
For the past 12 years, our main priority has been building long-lasting careers for our artists. We’re dedicated to taking our time to communicate, collaborate, and make informed decisions to deliver our best work. Building a loyal fanbase is a long game but essential to our approach, which is why we invest in understanding our audience as closely as possible to offer them an authentic musical experience. We also place a strong emphasis on visual artistic direction—something I believe is a key strength of ours.
What trends in electronic music are you watching closely right now?
I’m particularly interested in the emergence of hybrid genres that blend electronic music with diverse influences—like jazz-fusion, electronica-flamenco, Spanish synth-pop, French DnB, and float house. I’m always on the lookout for genres that bring groove into new, more upbeat tempos.
What project at Roche Musique (or anywhere else) are you most proud of?
The recent project I’m most proud of is Dabeull's debut album, Analog Love. This project was a bold endeavor—a funk album recorded entirely on analog equipment, including Michael Jackson’s Harrison 32-C mixing console, released in 2024. Despite the digital-heavy landscape of today’s music industry, we managed to resonate with the fanbase through minimal yet impactful marketing, all in line with the artist’s reserved style (including a billboard on Sunset Boulevard in LA). And, on a fun note, it’s easily the grooviest, most danceable album we’ve released!
For those looking to pursue a career in your field, what advice would you offer? Are there specific skills, tools, or mindsets that are crucial for success in this field?
There’s no single formula for building a career at a label, but one quality I find essential is curiosity. Curiosity is critical in this industry, where so much depends on staying fresh and discovering new artists, instruments, marketing strategies, digital tools, and even legal nuances. Especially in an independent label, we don’t have a fixed playbook, so we tailor campaigns and strategies to each artist and project. I’m a “jack of all trades” when it comes to music, and my habit of digging for new sounds—particularly through SoundCloud—was instrumental in landing my current role.
Three essential things you always carry with you in your bag
Headphones, chakra stones (heliolite, carnelian, clear quartz), and a sudoku puzzle book.
What are you listening to at the moment?
Lately, I’ve been listening to emerging Spanish artists like Judeline, Ralphie Choo, Mori, Tristan, and Amaia, as well as the latest albums from Doechii and _by.Alexander.