Mai Lan, a French designer, artist, and musician, gained recognition as the featured vocalist on M83's album Junk, showcasing her cool attitude and charisma honed by her artistic family background. With influences from artists like CSS, Feist, and Yelle, Mai Lan's debut self-titled LP in 2012 blended rap, sampling, and pop, featuring collaborations with French rappers Nikkfurie and Orelsan. Following her international breakthrough in 2016 with Junk, she released the single "Technique," a sparse electro track co-written with Max Labarthe and Nick Sylvester, displaying a unique blend reminiscent of Peaches and Jain. Alongside touring with M83, Mai Lan began work on her second album.
Mai Lan's emergence in the mainstream was propelled by her collaboration with M83 on the album Junk, introducing her distinct style shaped by her family's artistic influence. Her debut LP in 2012 showcased a fusion of rap, sampling, and pop, featuring collaborations with notable French rappers. Following her international breakthrough in 2016, Mai Lan released the single "Technique," a captivating electro track co-written with Max Labarthe and Nick Sylvester, drawing inspiration from artists like Peaches and Jain. Amidst touring with M83, Mai Lan embarked on the creation of her sophomore album, solidifying her presence in the music scene.