07/27/2026

NO MADS, the pop rock cover band

Made up of five professional and amateur musicians, this 90s pop rock cover band has won the hearts of local fans.

RGBy Rédaction Gazette du VarJournalist 3 April 2025 Reading time: 2 min
NO MADS, le groupe de reprises pop rock
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FIVE MUSICIANS The band is celebrating a decade of music and passion. Since its debut, it has ignited the finest stages and the most iconic venues, delivering thrilling concerts that remain engraved in memories. Its rich and varied repertoire revisits 90s classics with an energy and authenticity that transport the audience back in time.

Formed ten years ago, the band is a must-see reference for live music lovers. Whether at festivals, renowned concert halls, or private events, the musicians know how to thrill spectators and create an unforgettable atmosphere. During their concerts, the audience finds their teenage soul, singing and dancing to the rhythm of iconic songs.

NO MADS, le groupe de reprises pop rock

The band is composed of five artists. Alan, the singer, is self-taught. Since the age of 15, he has played drums in various Metal, Death, and Hardcore bands. In 2014, he decided to sing for the band. Alan is a member of the band Will Of Stoke, as a rhythm guitarist and singer.

Jean Mi has been a self-taught guitarist since he was 15. His first bands formed in high school in Hyères. He is fond of British rock like Queen and Muse and is a fan of guitarists such as Slash, Tom Morello, and Brian May.

Manu is also a self-taught guitarist since the age of 15. He created his first bands in high school in Toulon. Influenced by the playing of various guitarists ranging from gypsy jazz to metal, this musician has been a member of the band since its creation.

Rhythm, soloist, and singer, he is part of several groups in the Toulon region.

Yog is the band's drummer. He joined the band nine years ago. With over 30 years of experience at a professional level, he has played with Poupa Claudio, Pascal Cosimo, Pierre Sibille and collaborates with many regional groups as a substitute.

The drummers who inspire him are Stewart Copeland, Vinnie Colaiuta, Steve Gadd. He likes reggae, rock, and funk.

Lionel, the bassist, learned classical guitar from ages 10 to 15. In high school, he participated in several rock bands before becoming the bassist in a ska band in Grenoble. At that time, he dabbled in drums, samples, and guitar in a hip-hop group, and also as a bassist and double bassist in an Afro-Cuban project.

• PLEASE NOTE... Live or relive the NO MADS experience and celebrate ten years of shared music and memories with them. See you on the stages of the Sud region for moments of pure magic. You can find them at https://www.

NO MADS, le groupe de reprises pop rock

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Laurette PARAY – Photos DR.