Irie Révoltés
| Company type | Musical ensemble |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2000 in Heidelberg, Germany |
| Headquarters | Heidelberg , Germany |
| Products | Music albums, live performances |
Irie Révoltés was a musical ensemble originating from Heidelberg, Germany, established in 2000. Among its nine participants, the brothers known as "Mal Élevé" and "Carlito" have French heritage, which significantly shaped the inclusion of French language in many of their lyrics. The band's name merges the Jamaican Patois term "irie," signifying "positive" or "happy," with the French word "révoltés," meaning "rebels." Their sound is a fusion of various styles such as reggae, dancehall, ska, punk, electro, and hip hop.
The group’s lyrical themes predominantly address social concerns, frequently demonstrating their commitment to political and social causes by performing at protests and charity gatherings. In October 2016, they declared that their last concert would take place on 26 December 2017.
Towards the end of 2024, Irie Révoltés revealed plans for a European reunion tour, headlining notable festivals like Mighty Sounds and wrapping up in December 2025. They clarified that no new recordings would be produced; however, they intend to present shows that exceed the quality of their previous performances while actively crafting fresh concepts for the tour.
Band members
- Pablo "Mal Élevé" Charlemoine
- Carlos "Carlito" Charlemoine
- Andreas "Silence" Spreier
- Tobias "idoT" von Kitzing
- Ziggi
- King Kong
- Christian "Chriggi" Comba
- Tobias "Toby!" Bär
- Michael "Mickez" Comba
- Felix "Flex" Mussell
- Conrad "Conriot" Sievers
- Valentin v. Seggern
Studio albums
- Les deux côtés (2003)
- Voyage (2006)
- Zeit ist Geld (EP, 2009)
- Mouvement mondial (2010)
- Irie Révoltés Live (DVD & CD, 2012)
- Allez (2013)
- Irie Révoltés (2015)