Rabanne remixes its own story :
the re-release of a cult classic, and a call to a new generation of artists
“Music has always been at the heart of Rabanne’s DNA. As early as 1966, Monsieur Rabanne was a pioneer in integrating music into his runway shows, creating a unique and avant-garde experience. He later developed a truly holistic approach to the artform, launching his own label and founding dedicated spaces like Centre 57. Bringing this musical heritage back to life felt not only natural — it felt essential. That’s why we’re especially proud to collaborate with one of the most iconic studios in the industry: Miraval Studios. We’re excited to see how a new generation of artists will take ownership of this track and breathe new life into it.”
Vincent Thilloy – President, Rabanne
The milestone is being celebrated with the remastered re-release of Judy Carter’s iconic 1983 single „Listen To The Music“ – produced at the legendary Miraval Studios in collaboration with star producer Damien Quintard.
To celebrate this revival, the #RabanneRemix Challenge is also launching on TikTok: a global call for musicians, producers, and creatives to reinterpret the track and share their vision of tomorrow’s sound. More information
In the 1980s, Paco Rabanne wasn’t just dressing bodies — he was setting spirits in motion. Always ahead of his time, he was one of the first designers to merge fashion, music, and culture in a bold, forward-thinking way. Through his label Paco Rabanne Design and the Centre 57, he brought Afro, disco, and funk artists into the heart of Paris’s creative scene, championing diversity, inclusivity, and cultural hybridity.
Today, Rabanne revives that musical legacy with a unique project in collaboration with the legendary Miraval Studios: a full remaster of his original Afro-disco catalog, brought to life with the expertise of producer Damien Quintard.
On July 9, the iconic single “Listen To The Music” by Judy Carter, originally released in 1983, returns to streaming platforms in a fully remastered version — produced at Miraval, France’s most coveted recording studio.
To celebrate this revival, Rabanne is launching the #RabanneRemix challenge, an open call to producers, beatmakers, musicians and creators worldwide. The goal: to remix the original track and share their own vision of tomorrow’s sound.
At stake: an exclusive residency at Miraval Studios in October 2025, to co-produce a brand-new track alongside world-class engineers. A once-in-a-lifetime chance to contribute to the rebirth of the Paco Rabanne musical identity — and to write a new page in this visionary story.
This challenge is an invitation to collective creation, in the spirit of Paco Rabanne, who always believed fashion and music were living, evolving languages — meant to be shared.
To support this new wave of talent, TuneCore has joined the project as a partner.
A key platform for emerging independent artists, TuneCore will help ensure the remixers’ music reaches audiences worldwide.
Project Timeline
July 2025 :
Release of the Listen To The Music remaster
and launch of the #RabanneRemix challenge on TikTok
September 2025 :
Residency at Miraval Studios
with the selected artist and Damien Quintard
End of October 2025 :
Release of the final remix, produced at Miraval Studios
JUDY CARTER – Listen to the Music
“kiss me on the mouth and love me like a sailor”
Listen to the Music doesn’t try to tell a complicated story. Released in 1983, this disco- boogie gem is a pure invitation to pleasure — a soundtrack to nocturnal Paris in the
‘80s, where bodies brushed past each other without needing an excuse. Made for
the dancefloor, it radiates a rare kind of softness. Judy Carter’s velvet voice — poised somewhere between confidence and sensuality — gives the track an unexpected intimacy.
Driven by bright guitars, subtle horns and airy synths, the groove loops on effortlessly with an elegance and laid-back energy. You can hear the echo of a time when the night promised freedom, self-expression, and endless possibilities.
The track is a retro jewel — a perfect balance of sensual instrumentation and rhythmic precision. A cult classic for fans of the genre, and a summer essential for those who know.
Le couturier Paco Rabanne dans son appartement à Paris en 1974, France. (Photo by Daniel SIMON/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)
