Alix Brown is more than just a blonde bombshell reminiscent of Brigitte Bardot, Virna Lisi, or Elke Sommer — she’s a modern muse with a vintage soul. Her latest single, “TORMENTO,” released on Four Flies Records, is a sultry ode to the shimmering nights of the late sixties and seventies. From the very first chord, “TORMENTO” wraps you in a dreamy, hypnotic haze of soft disco, breathy French-English vocals, and cinematic sensuality.
The track is a globe-trotting collaboration: composed by Paris-based instrumentalist and soundtrack maestro Louis Fontaine, with evocative lyrics by Margo Fortuny, and vocals recorded by Alix in Los Angeles. The result? A glamorous sonic seduction that feels both nostalgic and fresh — think Jane Birkin meets synthwave lounge.
Brown’s voice dances over teasing couplets that hint at forbidden desire — maybe even a spontaneous ménage à trois with a rockstar? She weaves in cheeky nods to Emile Zola and vintage pop culture like Twister, all wrapped in retro-futuristic sparkle. It’s not just a song — it’s an entire mood.
No stranger to the music scene, Alix has been a DJ, music supervisor, and It-girl for years. Originally from Atlanta, she’s played in bands since she was sixteen, made her way through Memphis and New York City, and eventually landed in L.A., bringing her impeccable vintage wardrobe and enviable record collection along with her.
Beyond music, Brown is a dedicated cinephile. She’s the producer of an upcoming short film inspired by the 1968 cult classic “Girl on a Motorcycle,” reimagined for 2025 by director Natalia Pizzaro with Lou Lou Safran in the lead. It’s a leather-clad, stream-of-consciousness journey on an authentic Harley Electra Glide — and yes, it’s as cool as it sounds.
The single’s launch was nothing short of iconic — held at Living Room, a stylish private lounge in Hollywood. As a bronze mirror ball turned slowly overhead, Alix spun vinyl while the crowd swayed under the spell of shimmering beats and smooth electro rhythms.
When asked to sum up “TORMENTO” in three words, Alix says:
“Dreamy. Seductive. Magnetic.”
As for the perfect place to hear it?
“A listening lounge in Italy… the sun is setting, Aperol spritz in hand. It’s not a party, it’s a soft disco vibe.”
🎬 Films to Set the Mood, Curated by Alix:
- Baba Yaga (1973) – Surreal, erotic, and witchy, scored by Piero Umiliani.
- Cosi Come Sei (1978) – Taboo romance + lush Morricone soundtrack.
- Daughters of Darkness (1971) – Gothic vampire glam, soundtracked by François de Roubaix.
💫 Her Dream Dinner Party Guest List?
- Amanda Lear – The ultimate muse and disco queen.
- Grace Jones – Iconic, fierce, and possibly hula-hooping to “Slave to the Rhythm.”
- Federico Fellini – For wine-fueled, surreal stories and cinematic flair.
- Serge Gainsbourg – At the piano, cigarettes in hand, stirring elegant trouble.
- David Lynch – Master of mystery, sipping coffee and musing on dreams.
And yes — if you’re wondering — she really can play Twister.
“I was a gymnast growing up… I’m quite flexible,” she laughs.
Whether it’s through her music, film projects, or killer style, Alix Brown is bringing back glamour, grit, and groove in the most magnetic way. “TORMENTO” is just the beginning — and we’re already under her spell.
🎧 TORMENTO is out now on Four Flies Records
