Chinatown is a Montreal-born collective that blends indie pop with cinematic, urban textures. Formed in 2007, the group has evolved through talented members including Pierre-Alain Faucon, Félix Dyotte, Julien Fargo, Toby Cayouette, and Maxime Hébert, with former member Gabriel Rousseau contributing in earlier years. The project is known for thoughtful storytelling, catchy melodies, and a distinctive sense of place that reflects Quebec's vibrant music scene.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
This page offers a detailed biography, highlights from a rich discography, and information on upcoming tours. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket options when Chinatown brings their live show to a stage near you.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Chinatown's career includes noteworthy radio and television appearances, early French-language tours, and recognition from ADISQ and SOCAN. Their discography moves through key releases such as Ride All Night (2016) on Fervor Records, Comment j'ai explosé (2012) and Cité d'or (2009) on Tacca Musique, and the early EP L'amour, le rêve et le whisky (2007). Singles like Apprendre à danser, Pénélope, and Perdre son temps charted on Quebec radio, underscoring their local impact.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
In recent years, Chinatown has continued to release music, including Mister Sly (2021), In the Safe (2020), Yao (2020), Brand New Bih (2019), and MadeInChina/Other (2019)—with Bandcamp serving as a hub for their releases and social links. Follow Chinatown’s official pages for the latest tour dates and new music announcements.
The essentials
Quick Facts About Chinatown
Formed in Montreal in 2007; members include Pierre-Alain Faucon, Félix Dyotte, Julien Fargo, Toby Cayouette, and Maxime Hébert; former member Gabriel Rousseau.
Albums (latest to oldest): Ride All Night (2016, Fervor Records), Comment j'ai explosé (2012, Tacca Musique), Cité d'or (2009, Tacca Musique).
Early EP: L'amour, le rêve et le whisky (2007, Tacca Musique).
Career highlights include a first French tour, radio/TV appearances, and ADISQ nominations in 2010 plus SOCAN recognition.
Quebec radio/chart activity included top-50 peaks for singles such as Apprendre à danser (peak 22), Pénélope (peak 44), and Perdre son temps (peak 42) on local charts.
Post-2016 activity includes singles like Mister Sly (2021), In the Safe (2020), Yao (2020), Brand New Bih (2019), MadeInChina/Other 2019 releases, per Bandcamp discography.
The records
Chinatown Discography
Ride All Night
2016 · Fervor Records
Comment j'ai explosé
2012 · Tacca Musique
Cité d'or
2009 · Tacca Musique
The hits
Top Chinatown Songs
Mister Sly
2021 · N/A
In the Safe
2020 · N/A
Yao
2020 · N/A
Brand New Bih
2019 · N/A
Mad
2019 · N/A
Fastcar
2017 · N/A
Comment j'ai explosé
2012 · N/A
Perdre son temps
2010
Apprendre à danser
2009
Pénélope
2009
Chinatown's career includes noteworthy radio and television appearances, early French-language tours, and recognition from ADISQ and SOCAN. Their discography moves through key releases such as Ride All Night (2016) on Fervor Records, Comment j'ai explosé (2012) and Cité d'or (2009) on Tacca Musique, and the early EP L'amour, le rêve et le whisky (2007). Singles like Apprendre à danser, Pénélope, and Perdre son temps charted on Quebec radio, underscoring their local impact.
In recent years, Chinatown has continued to release music, including Mister Sly (2021), In the Safe (2020), Yao (2020), Brand New Bih (2019), and MadeInChina/Other (2019)—with Bandcamp serving as a hub for their releases and social links. Follow Chinatown’s official pages for the latest tour dates and new music announcements.
Social links: Bandcamp pages include connections to Facebook and Twitter, making it easy to stay updated on show dates and new releases. Bandcamp •