The Limiñanas

BIOGRAPHY

Hailing from a small town in the South of France, Lionel and Marie Limiñana aka The Limiñanas reinvent the 1960s French yéyé heritage by fusing it with modern rock. Their unique style blends the rebellious spirit and aesthetic of the Gainsbourg and Bardot era with contemporary garage and psychedelic sounds. Singing in French & English and collaborating with a diverse array of artists, The Limiñanas have a unique ability to distill the cachet of a nostalgic, highly cinematic era while revisiting it through a modern lens.

The duo made a name for themselves through prestigious collaborations with iconic figures in the pop-rock scene, including Anton Newcombe of The Brian Jonestown Massacre and Peter Hook of Joy Division/New Order.

“This is the history of The Limiñanas. Here is Marie, a classic French rock chick who can beat a drum like she means it, and Lio, a sly French guitar hustler with an ear for space. So, listen here to enjoy a subtle pleasure, and get a lesson in survival of the body and soul. The shit rocks.” –Iggy Pop

Acclaimed by MOJO and championed by Rough Trade founder Geoff Travis, The Limiñanas have established themselves as the coolest spearhead of the French garage-rock scene. With high-profile admirers ranging from Primal Scream and Franz Ferdinand to Iggy Pop—who regularly features them on BBC6—the duo has become an international force. Signed to Because Music, they continue to captivate audiences and critics worldwide through extensive touring across Europe, the UK, and Australia.