Mont Rouge are a the dynamic trio currently making waves from their base in Geneva, Switzerland. Fresh off the release of their latest track, “Belsunce,” via Ultra Records, Mont Rouge takes us behind the scenes of this special project, revealing the heartfelt story behind the track and the organic collaboration with Ketshua and Dee Mad.In this exclusive interview, we catch up with the group as they navigate the exhilarating whirlwind of finishing new music, captivating audiences worldwide with their electrifying shows, and carving out precious moments for creative rejuvenation.

1. Hey Mont Rouge, thanks for taking the time to chat with us today! Before we dive in, where are you currently based, and what’s been going on in your world lately?

Hey! Thanks for having us. We’re all currently based in Geneva, Switzerland. Lately it’s been non-stop between finishing new music, playing shows around the world, and trying to find moments alone to recharge and find new inspiration before the summer season kicks off.

2. Congrats on your latest track “Belsunce” that just dropped via Ultra Records. What’s the story behind the track and how did the collaboration with Ketshua and Dee Mad come about?

Thank you! This track honestly means a lot…

Belsunce is a really special track as it’s the childhood anthem of Jubesp, who grew up in Marseille.

We actually started this project back in November 2023 while we were in Miami. It took nearly two years of negotiations and clearance to make it happen, but we never gave up because of how special it was to us.

The collaboration with Ketshua and Dee Mad came naturally. They’re both longtime friends and incredibly talented producers. We kept the heart of the original track from Bouga, but reimagined it in our own world.

Releasing it now with Ultra feels like a big full-circle moment. We’re really proud of this one.

3. Can you walk us through your creative process in the studio for this one?

We really wanted to keep the soul of the original song and its instantly recognizable energy all while giving it a fresh twist that works on the dance floor.

It all started with a piano riff inspired by the original track. From there, we built the drums and groove around it. The goal was to create something powerful and emotional, while staying true to what the track means for so many people.

We played it a lot in our sets over the past year, and each time we adjusted little details. What you hear today is the result of all those moments; shaped by the crowd, the energy, the love and effort we’ve put into it.

4. How do each of you contribute to the Mont Rouge project creatively? Do you all work on everything together or split roles?

We all come from different musical backgrounds, so we each bring something unique. Our best ideas usually happen when we’re all together, so we try to keep it that way and go as often as we can the three of us in the studio. But when we’re apart, we each start ideas on our own and send them back to get feedback. Then, whoever feels inspired picks it up and works on it until the track is finished.

5. What do you look for when choosing collaborators, whether it’s vocalists, producers, or remixers?

We mainly looking for authenticity and real connections. We don’t try to chase trends. It makes the whole process more organic and enjoyable, without all the hassle that can come with management, splits, billing, etc.

6. You’ve played shows all over the world. What’s one city that’s surprised you the most in terms of energy or connection with your music?

We were really surprised by how people in Djerba, Tunisia responded. We didn’t expect such a deep and instant connection with the crowd. People were dancing and singing along, louder than the actual speakers sometimes! The energy was so good we didn’t want to stop playing. It’s definitely a night we’ll remember for a long time.

7. How do you balance staying creatively inspired while managing the pressure to keep delivering and releasing music?

The most challenging part is to find time between the gigs, the travelling and the need to rest. Even when we don’t have access to the studio, we try to stay productive, working on ideas separately on the road. Inspiration always comes around eventually, so we don’t stress too much about it. We trust the process.

8. 8. With so many milestones in such a short time, 18M+ streams, 100+ shows worldwide, viral tracks, what do you think has been the key to connecting with such a wide audience so quickly?

Honestly, it’s probably because we didn’t expect any of this and we’re just doing it for fun. We try to always give all the energy we have into our shows, and people feel it. And for music, when we’re making it, we always follow our gut instead of trying to chase trends. We think that sincerity is what people connect to. So we do our best to be true to ourselves.

9. What’s something people might not know about Mont Rouge behind the scenes?

The not-so-original answer would be that we love food! We always try local specialties everytime we have the chance when we travel. 

The a bit more original one is that we always try to make our tracks unique by using sounds we recorded on our phone or recorded in the studio with objects around us. If you listen carefully, in Belsunce we hear a sort of gallop in the background. That’s actually a horse gallop we resampled and built into the track!

10. What’s next for you in terms of releases, shows, anything you can tease coming after Belsunce?

Release-wise we have a two-track EP coming out on the infamous label “Madoras In Da House” in early June. We also have many collaborations we’re super proud of, coming later this year with artists that we look up to and that inspire us on a daily basis. We can’t wait to share all of these with you very soon!

As for the shows, we have big festivals coming up this summer for which we’re super excited! We’ll be posting our Summer tour line-up soon so stay tuned!