The Wants • Off Center • Ytso & Wayne
Forget the usual weekend haunts and dive into a night of sonic friction and raw intensity. From hypnotic New York electro-rock to the visceral energy of the modern French post-punk scene, this is the perfect stage for those craving music that hits hard and lingers long.
SUPERSONIC (Paris 12th)
About
On Saturday, November 28, 2026, the Supersonic hosts an electrifying night featuring three distinct acts spanning the alternative and post-punk spectrum. From 19:00 to 23:00, music fans can experience the raw energy of Ytso & Wayne, Off Center, and The Wants in the heart of Paris's 12th arrondissement. Whether you are drawn to hypnotic electronic rhythms or fierce guitar melodies, this lineup offers a deep dive into modern underground sounds. Best of all, admission is completely free of charge. Clear your schedule for this intense musical journey in one of the city's most iconic live venues.
THE WANTS (10:30 PM)
(Electro rock - London, UK)
The Wants is a New York band founded in 2017 by composer, guitarist, and producer Madison Velding-VanDam, alongside drummer Jason Gates. The group functions as a network of contradictory ideas: musical writing rooted in reality that playfully collides with unstable rhythms, transformed electronic sounds, and live instruments.
After signing with London-based label Council Records, The Wants released their debut album, *Container* (2020), which takes its name from their shipping container turned rehearsal space in a Brooklyn parking lot. The album's anxious compositions, interlocking hypnotic rhythms, and energetic live shows were praised by media outlets such as NME, Brooklyn Vegan, and The Line of Best Fit before their tour was interrupted by the global lockdown in March 2020.
This interruption marked the beginning of a five-year period of experimentation. Written by Velding-VanDam, Gates, and synth player Yasmeen Night, and recorded by Peter Katis, *Bastard* (2025) pushes the tension between the physical and the electronic from *Container* toward something darker and more acerbic. Widely praised for its haunting and enigmatic character, the album was followed by remixes from Factory Floor, Broken English Club, and Gorgonn.
During this period, Velding-VanDam also founded STTT, a label dedicated to creative friction, experimentation, and independence. STTT supports a growing international catalog of artists, including Content Blocks and Sin Clair.
The Wants is currently finishing their third album.
https://thewantsnyc.bandcamp.com/music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oe6OgxjrMH4
OFF CENTER (9:30 PM)
(Post punk - Head Records - Montpellier, FR)
Permanent tensions and contrasting energies are found in a blend of melancholy and anger within Off Center.
Driven by vicious melodies, ambivalent emotions, and the raw honesty of 3 vocalists, the band is gradually establishing itself as one of the emerging projects of the new Montpellier scene, bringing together a young and committed community around its concerts.
Off Center is currently preparing the release of an EP titled "Métanoïa," scheduled for September 2026, which draws from bands like The Murder Capital, Lysistrata, and At the Drive-In.
The 3 influences: The Murder Capital, Lysistrata, At the Drive-In
https://soundcloud.com/off-center
https://www.youtube.com/@Offcenter.theband
YTSO & WAYNE (8:30 PM)
(Alt rock - Paris, FR)
Ytso and Wayne is an alternative rock duo fronted by Anne-Claire (Ex Nihilo Vox, Lefkes) and Vanessa (Wayne). Their music blends dark rock, melancholy, and electric energy, with influences ranging from BRMC and Warpaint to Sonic Youth and Radiohead.
Driven by a hypnotic voice, intense guitars, and poetic songwriting, Ytso and Wayne develops a sound that is powerful, melancholic, and unique, straddling alternative rock and darker atmospheres—a dive into a nocturnal universe where fragility meets power.
The 3 influences: Radiohead, Warpaint, BRMC
https://ytsoandwayne.bandcamp.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@ytsowayne4813
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Saturday, November 28, 2026
Free entry
• Doors open at 7:00 PM
• Happy Hour from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• If you are a witness or victim of an assault, you can alert bar staff or, if you prefer, write to us at this address: communication@supersonic-paris.fr
Our take on this event
Doors open at 19:00, with a happy hour running until 20:00 to get the night started. The live performances kick off at 20:30 with Ytso & Wayne. This Paris-based duo blends dark rock with poetic intensity, drawing inspiration from bands like Sonic Youth and Warpaint to create a hauntingly atmospheric sound.
At 21:30, the Montpellier-based band Off Center takes the stage. With their visceral melodies and honest delivery, they bring a fresh, aggressive energy to the stage, showcasing influences reminiscent of At the Drive-In and The Murder Capital.
Closing the night at 22:30, The Wants bring their signature blend of electro-rock from New York. Known for their intricate compositions and energetic live shows, the group explores the tension between organic instrumentation and electronic textures. This event is free and open to all. Should any issues arise during the evening, the bar staff is available to provide assistance and ensure a safe environment for everyone.
