Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond Justice
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Apr 15, 2025 
Xavier de Rosnay and Gaspard Augé, the talented duo behind Justice, share their musical journey and creative influences. They dive into the making of their latest album, 'Hyperdrama', blending jazz with electronic beats. The duo discusses their iconic track 'We Are Your Friends' and the collaborative magic that brought it to life. They reflect on their visual identity, including the famous cross logo, and reveal the thought process behind their recent collaboration with The Weeknd, paying homage to Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'. A blend of nostalgia and innovation!
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Formation and First Track
- Justice formed after meeting at a party, bonding over their shared sense of humor and absurd observations.
- Their musical collaboration started with a remix contest for Simian's 'Never Be Alone', resulting in 'We Are Your Friends'.
Slow Burn Success
- 'We Are Your Friends' gained popularity slowly, initially released on a small label, then rereleased multiple times over three years.
- Justice generally experiences delayed success, with their music becoming popular over time, not instantly.
Distortion and Compression as Tools
- Justice often used distortion and compression out of necessity due to limited equipment and lack of technical expertise.
- They discovered that distorting and compressing sounds made them more satisfying.