Alexis Taylor Explores ‘Paris’ on New Solo Album With Stellar Collaborations

Alexis Taylor’s new solo album Paris in the Spring brings fresh sounds and vibrant collaborations that capture the spirit of exploration and emotional depth.

Hot Chip’s magnetic frontman Alexis Taylor is back with a solo project that promises to captivate fans and newcomers alike. His album Paris in the Spring drops March 13 via Night Time Stories, and it’s a rich tapestry woven from diverse influences and impressive guest appearances. Collaborators like Nicolas Godin from Air, the Avalanches, Scritti Politti’s Green Gartside, Étienne de Crécy, Lola Kirke, and Elizabeth Wight of Pale Blue all lend their talents, creating a vibrant mix that reflects Taylor’s unfettered creative spirit.

Alexis Taylor of Hot Chip, photo by Alexandra Cabral

A Dive Into ‘Out of Phase’: Inspired by David Lynch’s Dreamlike Shadows

One highlight from the album, the track “Out of Phase,” is already stirring curiosity. Taylor reveals that the song drew heavily from the eerie, surreal worlds crafted by the late filmmaker David Lynch. “There are daydreams full of dread sometimes — thankfully not all the time,” Taylor reflects. “The mind can be filled, or overloaded, and mystery can be misleading — or leading. And soon you are on a Lost Highway.”

This track marks the first collaboration between Taylor and producer Oli Bayston and served as a “much-needed tonic” during the album’s creation. The process of making Paris in the Spring wasn’t without its emotional highs and lows—Taylor faced the bittersweet reality of losing friends while gaining new musical allies. Among those new voices, Lola Kirke stands out. Her vocals transform “Out of Phase” into a modern duet full of love, yearning, and searching, adding layers of emotional mystery to the song’s lonely cowboy vibe.

The Sound of Discovery: Expect the Unexpected

If you’re wondering what to expect from Paris in the Spring sonically, Taylor offers a teasing yet honest preview. “Sometimes an audience wants to be told, what is this? And I’m refusing to do that,” he admits. There’s a powerful invitation here—not to box the music into neat categories, but to truly listen and discover.

“You can find great things in music when you open up to real listening,” Taylor says. “No one needs to be told ‘what something is,’ otherwise, why would we be making something so straightforward? Be ready to be surprised, to find something new in music, and let the music resonate with you.”

That’s a refreshing perspective in a world often obsessed with labels and genres. Taylor wants listeners to approach Paris in the Spring with open ears and open hearts.

Tour Plans and Hot Chip Updates

Taylor isn’t just keeping Paris in the Spring confined to the studio—he’s taking it on the road with upcoming shows across the U.K. and Europe. Fans in Los Angeles can catch him live on May 10 at Zebulon, promising an intimate and memorable experience.

Meanwhile, Hot Chip fans have their own reasons to celebrate. The band’s latest album, Freakout/Release, arrived in 2022, and the dance veterans have scheduled one-off shows on February 26 in Seattle and February 27 in Portland, Oregon. Whether solo or with Hot Chip, Alexis Taylor continues to push boundaries and create memorable music.

“Be ready to be surprised, to find something new in music, and let the music resonate with you.”
— Alexis Taylor

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the release date of Alexis Taylor's album Paris in the Spring?
  The album is set to release on March 13.
• Who are some of the featured collaborators on the album?
  Notable guests include Nicolas Godin, the Avalanches, Green Gartside, Étienne de Crécy, Lola Kirke, and Elizabeth Wight.
• What inspired the track “Out of Phase”?
  The song was inspired by filmmaker David Lynch’s dreamlike and mysterious atmosphere.
• Will Alexis Taylor tour to promote the new album?
  Yes, he has planned shows in the U.K., Europe, and a Los Angeles date on May 10 at Zebulon.
• Are Hot Chip still active and performing?
  Absolutely! Hot Chip released their album Freakout/Release in 2022 and have upcoming shows in Seattle and Portland this February.

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