INDOLORE (Guillaume Simon) is a French indie folk singer-songwriter who carries a luminous melancholy inherited from his distant Irish roots.

INDOLORE cultivates a refined acoustic universe, enhanced by light guitar playing and a soothing voice. He has unveiled the (French) EP, La Vie Face A, in 2025, soon followed by La Vie Side B in 2026, which features his new single, “Terry.”

With millions streams on Spotify, and having collaborated with the likes of the recently departed rock legend Terry Reid, INDOLORE has become a quietly successful artist who continues to whisper his truths into the ear of the world.

With “Terry” out now, we took some time to hear from INDOLORE. Read below to learn more about INDOLORE, the story behind “Terry,” and what’s to come.

Hi INDOLORE! Let’s start with how did you get your artist name?

Hi, it was a few years ago now, at a time when I was going through major changes in my personal and professional life. Artistically, after my band split up, I found myself alone in front of the microphones, not knowing if I was capable of taking responsibility for my voice and my unorthodox way of accompanying myself. But I still wanted to move forward, to continue, even alone, to try to ease my pain at the time. After my first recording, I liked what I heard. Since then, I haven’t stopped. And I called myself INDOLORE, which means “painless” in French.

What city are you from, and where are you based now?

I am originally from south-western France. I was born in Bayonne, near Spain, and grew up in a tiny seaside resort a little further north with the strange name of Mimizan, between the Atlantic Ocean and pine forests stretching as far as the eye could see. I was lucky enough to spend my childhood and teenage years between two infinite horizons. Now I live in Paris, in a totally different world, where cultural activity is intense, but horizons are rare.

At what point in your life did you decide to pursue a career in music? How did you get started?

I don’t know if I can talk about a career, but I can talk about an epiphany. It happened when I accidentally heard a recording by saxophonist Charlie Parker at the age of 17. That day, a door opened to a new world filled with music and legends. I’ve never left it since.

How would you describe your sound to readers who may not be familiar with you?

I play music and sing lyrics that reflect who I am. I would say it’s sensitive music for shy, dreamy people, which certainly appeals to my peers, who are also shy and dreamy. That’s what I see on Instagram and TikTok, where there are lots of videos that use my songs in a very poetic way. It touches me deeply.

Do you have any hobbies outside of music? What do you do to stay creative?

I like to write in the style of a diary. Writing about anything and everything, about someone who passes by, about my emotions at that moment, about a memory. When I write, I completely escape from the anxiety of everyday life, or at least I try to transform it into something else, something more soothing.

Who are some of your main musical influences?

Jazz played a fundamental role in shaping my understanding of music, even though what I do now may seem very different from that. And then there was the pop music of the 1980s, which had a very direct influence on my childhood. And then there was life and all the fundamental discoveries it has in store for us. I would mention, in no particular order, The Beatles, John Coltrane, Glen Hansard, Terry Reid, Louis-Jean Cormier, Claude Nougaro and Peter Gabriel.

What’s one of the proudest moments of your music career so far?

Meeting, recording and playing live with British rock legend Terry Reid was one of the most powerful and formative moments of my career. It was a completely unexpected adventure, almost like a fairy tale. Even the biggest stars themselves say it: Terry Reid was the greatest voice in rock history. He was also a delightful human being who taught me a lot, just by watching and listening to him.

What would you say are the greatest lessons that you’ve learned so far?

It was Terry who, without really meaning to, taught me some valuable lessons in professionalism and humanity. In particular, he taught me to be well prepared and not to rely solely on inspiration in the moment. And then to trust myself all the way.

What would you say to your teenage self?

Keep dreaming!

Now onto your release, “Terry.” What inspired this song? What is “Terry” about?

As you can probably guess by now, “Terry” is a song dedicated to Terry Reid. I wrote and recorded it early last year while Terry was still with us. It was originally a musical letter to him, expressing my affection and admiration. Unfortunately, his health suddenly deteriorated at the beginning of last summer. I quickly sent him a rough mix of the song for him to listen to. He was extremely touched by it. I’ll let you imagine how emotional I was at that moment.

What was the inspiration behind the cover artwork for “Terry?”

The cover is a magnificent photograph by Quentin Cherrier, who was with us in the studio when we worked with Terry Reid in Paris back in 2009. It was this magical experience that I described earlier. This shot perfectly captures my euphoria at that moment and my joyful admiration for Terry.

What was the creative process like when making “Terry?”

I sat down with my guitar late at night on my kitchen floor. It’s interesting sometimes to position yourself differently in a room, to look at everyday things from a different angle. It can help you find inspiration. And that’s what happened that evening. The first chords and the beginning of the melody came easily, without forcing it. You could say it was a beautiful evening.

How long did it take to complete “Terry?”

Very soon after, I thought of Terry Reid and decided to dedicate the song to him. After that, I absolutely wanted to record it live with my musician friends, who also knew Terry well, for maximum authenticity. And that’s what we did, and I’m happy about it. Thanks to director Elodie Letaeron, we even managed to film the recording session live. It was the icing on the cake!

What is your favorite lyric in “Terry?”

I think it’s this section: “I need to say the words, send ’em to the world, I love you.”

What do you hope fans take away from “Terry” and your music in general?

I would like to encourage everyone who listens to and loves the song “Terry” to discover or rediscover Terry Reid’s music. Believe me, you will be amazed! Terry left this earth last summer, but he certainly hasn’t left our lives. Terry lives on!

What’s next for you? Are you working on any upcoming projects, or do you have any upcoming shows that we should be on the lookout for?

“Terry” will be part of my new EP, La Vie Side B, the follow-up to La Vie Face A, released in 2025. La Vie Side B will be available on all platforms in the spring and will reveal my nostalgic side, grateful to those who came before us.

Where can we follow you on social media?

https://www.instagram.com/indoloremusic

https://www.facebook.com/guillaume.indolore

https://www.tiktok.com/@indoloreartist

Let’s connect!

Thank you for the great interview; wish you much continued success!