At it’s core -ii- [Two Eyes] is Hélène Ruzic and Benjamin Racine. Since 2018 the duo have been crafting their unique, dark blend of industrial, shoegaze, alternative, ritualistic music.

Complemented on their latest album Apostles of the Flesh by Maxime Keller (bass, synths, prepared piano) and David L’Huillier (drums, percussions), Hélène and Benjamin join me to discuss the album, their music, their visual inspirations and the state of the music business for independent artists in France today.

Photos: Benjamin Racine

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See -ii- live in 2025:

- 17.10 : @luxembourg_tattoo_convention - Luxembourg LU- 23.10 : @lautrecanalnancy - Nancy w. @bruit_official et @alcestofficial )- 26.10 : @lescitronsmasques - Yverdon-les-Bains CH- 27.10 : @brindezinc - Barberaz- 31.10 : TBA - Nancy (duo)

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