Les Fatals Picards Fêtent Leurs 25 Ans - Tournée

Les Fatals Picards fêtent leurs 25 ans - tournée at Transbordeur

At Transbordeur, we take pride in welcoming artists who have shaped entire generations of live music fans, and few French bands embody that spirit better than Les Fatals Picards. For their milestone celebration Les Fatals Picards fêtent leurs 25 ans - tournée, our Lyon stage becomes the rendezvous point for humor-laced rock, pointed social commentary, and a festive sense of theatricality that has kept audiences on their feet for a quarter of a century. From the irresistible charm of “L’amour à la française” to their tongue-in-cheek portraits of everyday life, the group has built a repertoire that is as singable as it is sharp. Their anniversary tour revisits this legacy with the mischievous flair that is their signature: satirical storytelling, big-hearted energy, and the kind of audience connection that thrives in a room like ours. As a venue dedicated to giving artists the best possible canvas, we are preparing a production that supports the band’s dynamic shifts—from intimate asides to full-tilt anthems—so that every punchline lands and every chorus resonates.

Transbordeur’s configuration is tailor-made for a long-form celebration like this one. Expect a set that stretches across eras, mixing beloved titles and unexpected gems, crafted to flow with the natural rise and fall of a true live narrative. Our technical team will shape an immersive soundscape—tight drums, articulate guitars, and clear vocal interplay—so the band’s humor, harmonies, and crowd banter remain front and center. The room’s sightlines and lighting grid allow for swift visual storytelling: quick costume tweaks, a wink to a lyric, a bright wash into a moody vignette. Fans can look forward to the winking nostalgia of “Mon père était tellement de gauche,” the sly new-wave nods of “Cure toujours,” and the propulsive bite of “La sécurité de l’emploi,” each reimagined with the crackling spontaneity that only a celebratory tour can deliver. Because Les Fatals Picards thrive on participation, our standing floor becomes an instrument in itself, letting the audience shape the evening with chants, call-and-response, and the collective joy that comes when a chorus turns into a communal roar. It’s precisely the kind of shared experience Transbordeur was built to amplify.

The artist’s current momentum

Twenty-five years in, the band’s artistic momentum remains unmistakably forward-looking, and we are delighted to host them at a point where they are both taking stock and pushing ahead. Onstage at Transbordeur, that dual energy translates into a carefully paced show: the edge of their newer material offset by the warm recognition of classics, the satire sharpened by lived experience, and the musicianship focused by years of touring. Their recent activity across festivals and clubs has shown a group committed to staying in conversation with their audience—reacting to the times with wit, empathy, and a flair for staging that makes even the smallest gesture read like a punchline. We’ve designed the night to underline that living dialogue: precise vocal mics for quick-fire repartee, a sub structure that gives their groove heft without masking detail, and lighting cues that punctuate jokes as effectively as they frame solos. As a Lyon landmark for amplified music, Transbordeur is a natural home for this anniversary: an agile space for a band that thrives on agility, a faithful crowd ready to celebrate a catalog that still grows, and a meeting point where the humor, heart, and high-volume catharsis of Les Fatals Picards can unfold without compromise. In other words: a true birthday party, staged for maximum impact.