ORIGIN : Paris, France
GENRE : Alternative, Electro, Pop-Rock
HEAVEN STAGE : Sunday, June 15
With “FVTVRVM” (for non-Latinists, read Futurum), Naive New Beaters deliver a retro-futuristic fifth album that’s as danceable as it is introspective, blending pop energy with experimental flair.
Exploring new sonic territories without losing their original wild spirit, the trio unveils an eclectic and moving soundscape, mixing humor, emotion, and urgency — proving they’re far from done winning over fans of unforgettable soundtracks.
After four albums packed with fun and madness — including the legendary Heal Tomorrow feat. Izia from À La Folie (diamond single, 50 million streams) — this exuberant group is renowned for their explosive live shows and electrifying music videos.
ORIGIN : Paris, France
GENRE : French House
HEAVEN STAGE : Wednesday, June 11
DJ Falcon, a pioneer of the French Touch movement, has left his mark on electronic music alongside legends like Daft Punk, Busy P, and Alan Braxe. From his early EPs on Roulé to the Braxe + Falcon project, he embodies an iconic sound — both elegant and powerful. Always on the move, he keeps dancefloors alive across the globe, from Ibiza to Tokyo and the United States.
ORIGIN : Toulouse, France
GENRE : Rock
HEAVEN STAGE : Wednesday, June 11
After more than 110 shows in just a year and a half — including appearances at Motocultor, Garorock, XTrem Fest, Art Sonic, Pause Guitare, and more — the all-female trio Madam released their debut album in spring 2024 and quickly followed up with over 50 additional dates.
They’ll be hitting the stage at Wheels and Waves for the third time on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
ORIGIN : Brooklyn, New York
GENRE : Art Punk
HEAVEN STAGE : Saturday, June 14
Tea Eater is a New York based art/noise punk band led by Tarra Thiessen of Gustaf and Sharkmuffin. Their sound combines catchy hooks with bitter lyrics about butter, killing your double, and the DMV being the worst.
ORIGIN : France
GENRE : Electro Punk
HEAVEN STAGE: Thursday, June 12
Tentative delivers bold music blending cold wave, post-punk, and experimental pop, with personal lyrics and raw energy — a mix of dark sounds and danceable rhythms.
ORIGIN : Buenos Aires, Argentine
GENRE : Rock / Indie / Punk
HEAVEN STAGE : Friday, June 13
This Basque-Argentinian trio has been a seismic force in the rock world for over two decades. Their sound, rooted in the influences of the 60s and the indomitable sounds of the 70s, blended with Punk, Garage, Heavy Psych, Post-Punk and Surf Rock, has earned them praise from industry giants such as producers John Agnello (Sonic Youth) and Tony Visconti (David Bowie), who have collaborated on their projects in the USA.
ORIGIN : France
GENRE : Rock’n’roll, Western swing
HEAVEN STAGE : Saturday, June 14
Lovesick is an Italian band whose influences are deeply rooted in American country music, 1940s and 1950s rock’n’roll, and western swing. They tour worldwide and are releasing “Remember My Name” in 2024, recorded in Los Angeles.
ORIGIN : Toulouse, France
GENRE : Post-Punk
HEAVEN STAGE : Friday, June 13
A leading figure in the Toulouse indie scene, Poison marks the return of their fifth album — tense, dark, and visceral, where screeching guitars and haunting synths combine to deliver the band’s most intimate record to date.
ORIGIN : London, UK
GENRE : Art Pop, Rock, Indie
ARTRIDE : Thursday, June 12
Thunder Bae is an independent artist, singer, songwriter, and producer, whose sound moves between art pop, indie rock, trip-hop, and dreamy electronic landscapes.
ORIGIN : Paris, France
GENRE : Power Pop
HEAVEN STAGE : Saturday, June 14
Every minute, every inch and every song is lean, locked in and upbeat with a tight and bright production. If you love 60’s girl pop but with a late 70’s power pop edge or Indie pop that has been raised on a diet of tuneful punk rock, then ALVILDA will be your new favourite band, just like DOLLY MIXTURE were, just like CHIN CHIN were and just like LES CALAMITÉS were.
ORIGIN : Capbreton, France
GENRE : Garage psych punk
OCEAN STAGE : Thursday, June 12
A power trio from Capbreton, they blend garage, psych, and punk. With sharp guitars, hypnotic basslines, and a powerful rhythm, they create a raw and captivating sound.
ORIGIN : Toulouse, France
GENRE : House instrumentale
HEAVEN STAGE : Thursday, June 12
ULTRAGAMA is an instrumental house trio heavily influenced by “French Touch” and artists like Daft Punk, Justice, Vulfpeck, and Tame Impala. The three musicians from Toulouse offer a hybrid concept: transforming the classic DJ set into a live performance. No turntables here, just bass, drums, and guitar, enhanced with synthesizers and live effects.
ORIGIN : France
GENRE : Rock
HEAVEN STAGE : Wednesday, June 11
GENNRE is an emerging French band, with their debut track “Wynona” already winning awards at international festival stages. Founded in late 2023 by Etienne Baret and Anna Maksatcheva, the band explores themes of adolescence, emotional numbness, feelings, desires, sex, and doubts. Rooted in their time, GENNRE embodies the rock spirit of 2025.
ORIGIN : Toulouse, France
GENRE : Indie rock
OCEAN STAGE : Wednesday, June 11
MARELL is the playground and experimental space of three musicians from Toulouse, who create progressive and powerful tracks together. The trio forms an intense and passionate band, influenced by groups like Lysistrata, Birds in Row, At the Drive-In, and Fontaines DC.
ORIGIN : Famalicão, Portugal
GENRE : Rock
OCEAN STAGE : Wednesday, June 11
The Black Wizards burst onto the scene in 2015 with Lake of Fire, followed by What the Fuzz!, a critically acclaimed album, and an intense European tour. Known for their explosive live performances, the band delivers pure emotion, plenty of soul… and of course, lots of fuzz!
With Reflections, their third album, the band offers a sound that is both sunny and refreshing, blending groovy rhythms, psychedelia, sweet moments, and massive fuzz deliriums. They prove that the Portuguese rock scene is powerful, and The Black Wizards are among Europe’s most promising bands.
ORIGIN : Biarritz, France
GENRE : Indie Folk
OCEAN STAGE : Friday, June 13
From London to Byron Bay and now settled in Biarritz, Tiger Finkel is a singer-songwriter. His dreamy and sunny indie folk is in the tradition of artists like Ben Howard and Angus & Julia Stone, blending poetry, sincerity, and captivating melodies.
ORIGIN : Paris, France
GENRE : Blues, Rock
OCEAN STAGE : Friday, June 13
Known for its powerhouse engine, the Dodge Hellephant, we now have the electrifying trio Major Hellephant, made up of Thomas d’Arbigny, Côme Huveline, and Samy Docteur. They roar on stage with an unrestrained 90’s-inspired rock, making you want to lace up your old Converse and headbang in rhythm with the three wild-haired friends.
ORIGIN : Montauban, France
GENRE : Rock, Pop, Psyché
HEAVEN STAGE : Friday, June 13
Do Good is a rock/pop psych duo with delicate Arizona vibes, formed in 2022 by Montalban natives Loïc Viale and Victor Michelot. They craft their own tracks with dancing rhythms and crispy guitars, like their single “Burger Cool,” a song that almost sums them up in less than 4 minutes.
ORIGIN : France
GENRE : Pop, Rock, Folk
OCEAN STAGE : Saturday, June 14
Emmie & Lisa is a pop-rock folk duo made up of twin sisters. A Riffx 2024 revelation, they’ve already performed as the opening act for Louane at the Live au Campo festival and Les Pachas at the Olympia. This year marks a major turning point for the project. Inspired by Daughter, Bon Iver, and Tegan and Sara, they write English lyrics that reflect the somewhat chaotic life of young adults. On stage, the two sisters bring their songs to life with their two guitars and voices.
VILLAGE W&W (Cité de l’Océan, Biarritz)
From June 11 to June 15, 2025.
Focus on the musical program for the 14th edition of Wheels and Waves Biarritz.
WEDNESDAY,
JUNE 11
MAF
DJ Set
Heaven Stage
NUNDA
DJ Set
Ocean Stage
MARELL
Live Concert
16H30
Ocean Stage
THE BLACK WIZZARDS
Live Concert
18H
Ocean Stage
GENNRE
Live Concert
18H30
Heaven Stage
MADAM
Live Concert
20H
Heaven Stage
DJ FALCON
DJ Set
21H
Heaven Stage
THURSDAY,
JUNE 12
SHARKY
DJ Set
Ocean Stage
NUNDA
DJ Set
Heaven Stage
THUNDER BAE
Live Concert
17H30 Artride
Skatepark Biarritz
MAFIA SOFA
Live Concert
18H
Ocean Stage
TENTATIVE
Live Concert
20H
Heaven Stage
ULTRAGAMA
Live Concert
21H30
Heaven Stage
FRIDAY,
JUNE 13
NUNDA
DJ Set
Ocean Stage
MELOMANIAK
DJ Set
Heaven Stage
TINGER FINKEL
Live Concert
16H30
Ocean Stage
MAJOR HELLEPHANT
Live Concert
18H
Ocean Stage
DO GOOD
Live Concert
18H30
Heaven Stage
CATHEDRALE
Live Concert
20H
Heaven Stage
CAPSULA
Live Concert
21H30
Heaven Stage
MELOMANIAK
DJ Set
22H30
Heaven Stage
SATURDAY,
JUNE 14
CHEEKY MONKEYS
DJ Set
Ocean Stage
BLACKSWAN
DJ SET
Heaven Stage
EMMIE & LISA
Live Concert
18H
Ocean Stage
ALVILDA
Live Concert
19H30
Heaven Stage
ALEKSEI
DJ Set
Heaven Stage
LOVESICK
Live Concert
21H30
Heaven Stage
TEA EATER
Live concert
23H
Heaven Stage
SUNDAY,
JUNE 15
GRINGO DI PARADA
DJ Set
Heaven Stage
NAIVE NEW BEATERS
Live Concert
13H30
Heaven Stage
NUNDA
DJ Set
Ocean Stage
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