Carpenter Brut

Carpenter Brut is an emblematic French producer on the synthwave scene, known for his abrasive blend of electro, metal and a horror-tinged aesthetic drawn from 1980s action and horror films. Behind this project, launched in the early 2010s, is Franck Hueso, who shapes a cinematic, powerful and saturated sound that has become a global reference for the genre. He broke through with the TRILOGY EPs, establishing a signature of aggressive synths, martial rhythms and retro‑futurist atmospheres. He confirmed his status with Leather Teeth, a faux glam‑metal soundtrack recounting the creation of an imaginary anti‑hero, followed by Leather Terror, a darker, more metal‑oriented second instalment widely regarded as one of his key works. Very active live, with an intense show combining lights, projections and rock energy, Carpenter Brut has forged a cult identity that crosses metal, electro and gaming scenes, consolidating his place among the most influential artists in contemporary synthwave.