La Route du Rock winter edition
France’s indie music scene is in the spotlight with the winter edition of La Route du Rock—Collection Hiver #20 [https://soundofbrit.fr/2026/03/12/route-du-rock-collection-hiver-20-on-y-etait-le-samedi/]. The event offers a blend of retro-futuristic and contemporary sounds, including performances by Stereolab and Humour.
La Route du Rock's winter edition, Collection Hiver #20, took place March 4-7, 2026, in Saint-Malo and Rennes, France. This intimate indoor festival is known for its curated lineups of alternative rock, electronic, and experimental acts. The event complements the larger summer edition with a cozy atmosphere, film screenings, and music conferences. Stereolab, a headliner at the festival, is led by Tim Gane and Laetitia Sadier. The group, which formed in the 90s, blends krautrock, experimental pop, and vintage electronica. Stereolab released their first album in fifteen years, *Instant Holograms On Metal Film*, in 2025 after a long hiatus. Humour, a post-punk band from Glasgow formed in 2021, also performed. Their music is known for its dissonant tension and raw energy. Humour released their debut album, *Learning Greek*, in 2025.
