Yan Wagner

The Profile

Described in the review as a Parisian / French-American synth-pop crooner; This Never Happened (2017) is presented as his second album after Forty Eight Hours (2012).

Compared in the review to Depeche Mode, D.A.F., Brian Eno and AIR; vocals likened to Lee Hazlewood and Frank Sinatra; includes a cover of Sinatra's "It Was A Very Good Year" (criticised in the review).

The review treats This Never Happened (2017) as a well-crafted synth-pop exercise that leans heavily on 80s references. "No Love" is highlighted as a standout; some tracks and a Sinatra cover are criticised. Overall a mixed but appreciative take (3/5).