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Dear guests,
We are delighted to welcome you and share with you the Odyssey launch. To simplify your searches, we are providing here the content of the press kit we handed out. We remain, of course, at your disposal for any questions you may have!
Contact: Lola LEBRATI, Head of Communication
lola@cerclemusic.com, +33 6 01 08 33 57
Purple PR: cercle@purplepr.com
The world’s first large-scale 360-degree immersive nomad concert installation of its kind. It isn't just a concert; it's a transformative experience. Our unique visuals reflect humanity and nature, a connection we often crave in today's fast-paced world. Each concert unfolds like a living painting with videos projected onto the walls and ceiling, all synchronized live with the music.
Guided by the creative vision of Neels Castillon, represented globally by Ridley Scott Creative Group, Cercle Odyssey's film direction captures emotional and poetic moments, exploring the profound connection between art and nature.
Artists perform at the center of the structure, bridging the venue and the surrounding world like a panoramic window onto our planet. The audience is free to move around, offering different perspectives and a dynamic way to experience the performance.
In terms of musical programming, Cercle Odyssey collaborates with talents from various genres and backgrounds. Our musical curation lies in the selection of performers whose compositions seamlessly blend auditory and visual elements.
Cercle Odyssey blends innovation with sustainable design: 2300 m² of 8K projection screens 72 L-acoustics speakers all around the 50 meters long and 10 meters high structure. All of the equipment (sound, light, and projectors) is sourced and rented locally. By using projectors instead of LED screens, we create a stunning visual impact while reducing our carbon footprint, eliminating the energy costs associated with transporting large LED screens from city to city.
For a full immersion in the experience, phones are forbidden inside the structure. This allows a deep connection with the performance and the visuals, free from digital distractions. However, as a souvenir, each guest will receive a folder of filmed content from Cercle.
Music is the soul of Cercle Odyssey. Our collaboration with the Sound Experience Team of Ircam amplify elevates sound to a new dimension. The Amplify's immersive sound technology creates a closer connection between the music, the artists, and the audience, enhancing our live performances. Guests experience an enveloping soundscape and precise sound, with a unique listening experience no matter where they are in the scenography.
For artists, this partnership boosts creativity by making music three-dimensional. They can create dynamic performances by playing with sound localization and movement, fostering a stronger connection with the audience.
A new era in live entertainment – the world’s first immersive nomadic concert installation. Cercle Odyssey fuses music with a 360-degree structure using cutting-edge technology and visual narrative to take the audience on an epic (multi-sensorial) worldwide voyage.
A genre-defying gathering where an expertly curated selection of artists performs in exceptional venues for audiences worldwide. Each year, Cercle festival gathers the members of our community to celebrate their love of music and experience the Cercle’s energy in person.
Taking live music to another level. Cercle Show promises unparalleled artists in unparalleled settings, seamlessly blending music with natural landscapes and cultural heritage to create a deep emotional experience.
A collective experience that pushes the limits of social convention to focus on the transcendent joy of music. Cercle One Way places music at the heart of the performance, with the artist playing within an enigmatic cube, their identity revealed only at the very end of the show. This unique setup shifts attention entirely to the sound and the experience.
A travel experience like no other. Cercle Moment creates exclusive encounters for music and life- lovers. Every Moment is an unexpected journey of discovery, seamlessly blending hidden gems and must-see highlights of the world's natural and cultural heritage alongside the mind-blowing very exclusive musical performances only Cercle can craft, as an invitation.
A label driven by Cercle’s boundary-pushing, genre-defying vision. Cercle Records shines a spotlight on international artists selected for their skill in creating timeless music.
+1 BILLION CUMULATIVE VIEWS
+500 MILLION STREAMS FOR CERCLE RECORDS
+7M TOTAL SUBSCRIBERS
2.2M VIEWS PER MONTH
8M IMPRESSIONS PER MONTH
6.5% ENGAGEMENT RATE
+50 NATIONALITIES REACHED FOR EACH EVENT
+240 EVENTS IN EXCEPTIONAL VENUES
33 UNESCO SITES
Cercle is an artistic movement that hosts and curates experiences, events, festivals, a record label, and immersive musical journeys. At the intersection of music, aesthetics, heritage, and video, Cercle aims to create and produce innovative experiences on a global scale, highlighting unique artists on unique stages, offering a new perspective on the cultural and natural legacy of our world.
Our entire team is aligned with our core values, and we strongly encourage our partners and service providers to support and promote them.
→ Authenticity and excellence
→ Innovation and audacity
→ Collaboration and community
→ Immersion and emotion
→ Respect, integrity, and appreciation of heritage
Derek Barbolla is the Founder and Creative Director of Cercle, the esteemed and revolutionary artistic movement that hosts and curates musical experiences, events, festivals, and immersive journeys.
Raised in the Parisian suburbs in a multicultural (Franco-Argentinean) household that fostered arts and emotion, Derek was encouraged to pursue creative endeavors by his father, an actor, and his mother, a psychoanalyst. Derek studied music theory throughout his early life ahead of his formal education at Sorbonne University, where he obtained a Degree in Cinema Studies.
An early player in the Artificial Intelligence industry, Derek’s first foray into technology began at eighteen years old with a role in machine learning. He further established his career in AI during his time at VirtuOz, a software company that develops and sells an interactive agent technology capable of efficiently collaborating with clients’ customer service departments.It was here that Derek developed his skills to explore and support the evolving market of virtual events. This introduction to the intersection of digital communication and production helped to shape the foundation of Cercle.
Following his passions for artistic expression and production, Derek created Cercle, a pioneering new approach to electronic music performances that has expanded to include Cercle Moments, Cercle Records, and Cercle Odyssey. Today, Cercle is a wholly innovative concept that combines a passion for promoting cultural heritage and iconic landmarks through music and sound with an innate ability to deliver immersive world-class performances to communities across the world.
Music preferences: So eclectic! Classical Bach, Vivaldi, and jazzy Ray Charles stood as essential to my understanding of music. Rap (mainly US and French), pop, indie, rock, reggaeton (and Latin music more broadly), electronic music, R&B, soul, Afrobeat, reggae, and many other genres… I now strive to blur boundaries between musical genres.
Andy Cheremond, Chief Financial Officer at Cercle, plays a key role in expanding Cercle’s impact, from scaling international events to exploring new opportunities in the digital and immersive experience industry. Andy has ensured that the financial goals of Cercle align with its artistic vision. Andy has developed innovative strategies to diversify revenue streams, including optimizing partnerships with cultural institutions, local governments, and tourism boards, so that Cercle’s productions remain world- class whilst maintaining its creative integrity.
Combining his background in finance as a Private Equity Analyst at Bpifrance (French Public Investment Bank) with his passion for the transformative power of music and a deep understanding of the music industry, Andy’s strategic vision has been vital to Cercle’s continued success.
Music preferences: Afrobeat, rap and R&B, especially with jazzy influences.
Lola Lebrati, Head of Communications at Cercle, oversees the company’s strategic communications. Prior, she served as Partnership Manager at Cercle, where she collaborated with synergistic brand partners to elevate the reputation of Cercle as a pioneer in the audio visual performance space. Lola brings a unique ability to bridge the technical, creative, and business dimensions of Cercle, offering a holistic perspective that deeply informs her approach to the brand.
Before entering the music industry, Lola studied the art market at ICART, cultural policy at the University of Paris, and Art History at the École du Louvre. Culture and travel are her primary sources of inspiration, fueling her creative approach to communications. Before joining Cercle, she worked at a design agency, exploring how arts can fuel creativity and innovation in business. Her expansive experiences have honed her skills in connecting artistic vision with strategic goals, as she has become a versatile and insightful communicator within Cercle’s global ecosystem.
Music preferences: Indie Music, Jazzy House, DownTempo and Minimal techno
Clémence Maillard, Label Manager at Cercle Records, spearheads promoting Cercle’s artists and bridging the gap between live performances and recorded music. She is a powerhouse in the music business industry, focusing on artist development and the future of the Record label, especially with Cercle Odyssey premiering in 2025.
Clémence began her studies at ESSEC, before specializing in a Master’s in Music Business. With a lifelong passion for music, she began working at an electronic music radio station while continuing to support small music event collectives. Her interest in the legal world and the challenges of sustaining a label’s economy led her to her current role at Cercle. Although she has a fairly eclectic music consumption, she decided to specialize in electronic music at Cercle, where she shares the same values. If the world were to explode, Clémence would rather keep her vinyl collections before anything else.
Music preferences: Electronic music Detroit Techno, House and Melodic Techno
Other genres Hip Hop, Gangsta Rap, Cloud Rap, New Wave/Digital
Philippe Tuchman, Music Director, fell into music from a young age, mastering the decks at just 14 when his father offered him his first equipment.
.This passion led him to mix in clubs, gathering fellow enthusiasts around must-attend events like We Want Dance. Acting at that time as an artistic director, Philippe has discovered and supported many talents of the current scene, including Polo & Pan, Ofenbach or Boris Brejcha, to name a few. His special talent relies on creating a bond with artists that feels as much like family as music, committing to them for the long haul. Philippe defines himself as a sensitive and fulfilled «programmer».
As Music Director at Cercle, Philippe is responsible for curating and programming artists for the company’s exclusive events. He plays a key role in discovering both emerging and established talent, crafting a lineup that aligns with Cercle’s unique brand.
Additionally, Philippe oversees the musical direction of Cercle Records, ensuring the label’s releases consistently meet the high standards anticipated by fans. His pragmatic approach to artist relations and event production has significantly contributed to Cercle’s growing influence in the music industry.
Music preferences: Afro and Melodic techno but also Down Tempo, music that invites travel.
Mathieu Glissant is a filmmaker and video curator for Cercle. With a background in film aesthetics, philosophy, and art history from Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne, he has directed impactful documentaries, including one on his father, Édouard Glissant, and another on revolutionary thinker Frantz Fanon. His first short fiction film, Brûlé Neige (2021), was set in the mountains of his native Martinique and screened at festivals worldwide. In 2023, Mathieu launched the Glissant Art Fund in Martinique, hosting international art residencies and notable cultural events. His latest short film, Nice Human (2024), was shot in Aubervilliers, where he resides.
Music preferences: Somewhere between Radiohead, Al Greene, and Awaken my love! by Childish Gambino
Neels Castillon, a film director based in Paris, has very accurately been chosen to start the Odyssey adventure : his work combines visual art and storytelling with a distinctive voice. His films often explore the relationship between humanity and the natural world, with a focus on creating visually compelling works in challenging environments. A recipient of the Young Guns award by the One Club for Creativity in New York, which recognizes promising creatives under 30, Neels’ body of work includes short films, music videos, feature documentaries and commercials with global brands. Neels has also worked with renowned musicians including Hania Rani, Ólafur Arnalds, and Alicia Keys, contributing to projects that reflect his artistic sensibilities. He is a co-founder of Motion Palace, a creative studio operating globally dedicated to producing content for brands, cultural institutions, and the arts.
Music preferences: Neels musical preferences span several genres: electronic (Moby, Ben Böhmer, Monolink), neoclassical (Hania Rani, Max Richter), and a blend of atmospheric and melodic styles that bridge these worlds seamlessly.