Brother Wallace between introduction and demonstration at Point Éphémère

Between the Canal Saint-Martin and the Bassin de la Villette lies a unique venue, a place where “there is always something going on”: Le Point Éphémère. With exhibitions, installations, bars and festivals, Le Point Éphémère is one of the key venues on the Paris cultural scene. Its concert hall opens several times a week, giving emerging artists a chance to make their mark and others a place to grow. Last Tuesday, August 25, Brother Wallace delivered a performance full of energy, sincerity and music. Blues Actu was there and tells you all about it.

Live report – Brother Wallace
📆 August 25, 2026
📌 Paris – Point Éphémère

Brother Wallace’s debut album, released in early May, was recorded in England rather than in the US, which may come as a surprise considering his origins and the music he plays. Electric Love leans more towards soul than rock or blues. It is also a very fine record that seemingly came out of nowhere. Brother Wallace appeared at L’Archipel last spring to present this first album. After a tour of the US, the soulman was back in the French capital for a date at Point Éphémère. So, how did it go?

With energy, passion and humour, Brother Wallace wins the crowd over. From the moment his keyboard player introduces his character and the first notes ring out, he establishes his presence and shows real generosity. His set is powerful and keeps building in intensity. Very well supported by his band, he quickly wins over the Paris audience. Like a conductor, he leads his musicians with clarity, without ever overdoing it.

A singer performing on stage with a microphone while a musician plays guitar beside him. In the background, a red illuminated sign displays the word 'ÉPHÉMÈRE'.

Moving between soul and gospel, he shifts from one genre to another without really falling into the clichés of either. His album is well represented, with powerful tracks that are starting to become familiar to the Paris audience: You’re the Man, Electric Love and Who’s That? His love of performing is obvious. Brother Wallace makes the most of the moment, even heading into the crowd and embracing his fans.

Ultimately, Brother Wallace often finds himself somewhere in between. And that is precisely what makes him both interesting and distinctive. Despite having just one album under his belt, and a very good one at that, the soulman was not there to deliver a short set. Over the course of just over an hour and forty minutes, the singer, pianist and soul revivalist from West Point, Georgia, gave his Paris audience a quality concert. An artist to keep a close eye on!