Thomas Salvatore is one of the most exciting new voices to emerge from France’s vibrant underground.

At just 25, the Quimper‑born keyboardist, singer and songwriter is building a world where pop, soul, jazz and rock collide in a sleek, retro‑futuristic sound that nods to the 2000s while feeling firmly like tomorrow.

 

Behind his keyboards, Thomas glides between the warmth of piano and organ, gritty vintage synths and cutting‑edge production tricks with disarming ease. His clear, soulful pop voice – gentle yet intense – injects a strong emotional charge into every track.

 

Inspired by the forward‑thinking spirit of Louis Cole, the sensitivity of Robert Glasper, the explosive energy of Cory Henry and the adventurous edge of Radiohead, Thomas has carved out his own lane. His music flows freely between contemporary jazz, experimental funk and alternative pop, shaping a distinctive sonic identity that resists easy labels.

 

Live, everything steps up a gear. Joined by his powerhouse band – guitarist Victor Gonon, bassist Antoine Artaud and drummer Faniry M. Andrianarisoa – Thomas turns each show into an immersive experience where raw live energy meets razor‑sharp arrangements. Forged in the intense Paris jam‑session scene, the quartet delivers high‑octane performances that retain the immediacy and hooks of modern pop.

 

This is music for deep listeners and casual gig‑goers alike – anyone who simply wants to feel good and have a memorable night out.

Away from his own project, Thomas is already making waves alongside Who Parked The Car, Ben l’Oncle Soul, Laura Wamba and superweekend, leaving his fingerprint across a wide spectrum of the current scene.

 

Thomas Salvatore represents a new generation of artists who blur boundaries, blend influences and rewrite the rulebook. With his striking mix of virtuosity and freshness, he is fast becoming a name to watch on the international stage – an artist ready to take audiences on a singular sonic journey, guided by dazzling technique and a limitless imagination.

 

INFLUENCES

Louis Cole, Thundercat, Gorillaz, Robert Glasper, Jacob Mann, Cory Henry, Daryl Johns,...

 

GENRES
Alternative Pop • Neo Soul

AWARDS & HONORS

• Winner of 2024 Made In New York Jazz Competion (awarded by Mike Stern, Lenny White and Randy Brecker)
• Winner of European Emerging Bands Contest 2025
• Grand Prix UNAC Young Talent 2025

LINE UP
Thomas Salvatore, lead vocals, keys
Victor Gonon, guitar, vocals
Antoine Artaud, bass

Faniry M. Andrianarisoa, drums