On January 5, the Golden Globes will take place, the precursor to the Oscars, for which the film Emilia Pérez is nominated 10 times. For the Music of this film, Jacques Audiard called on the singer and composer Camille… and her husband, Clément Ducol, who is also the father of her two children. A couple in the light!
Clément Ducol, French musician and composer, is the husband of the singer Camille. The couple is set to hit the Golden Globes red carpet on Sunday, January 5, in Los Angeles, where the film Emilia Perez, is in the running with ten nominations. Directed by Jacques Audiard, Emilia Perez is a musical drama that tells the story of Juan “Manitas” Del Monte, a powerful Mexican cartel leader who wishes to change his gender. The fiction stars big screen stars like Karla Sofía Gascón in the lead role, a transgender actress, alongside Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez. Presented at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, where it won the jury prize, Emilia Perez won over critics and the public. Its soundtrack, by Camille and Clément Ducol, was particularly praised, since they are in the running for the Golden Globe for best original soundtrack and that of best song for two titles, my way et the evil. The film, in the running for ten Golden Globes, is the most nominated of this edition.
Clément Ducol (Les Chatouilles, Maestro, Annette…): look back at the career of the composer of the film’s soundtrack Emilia Perez
Aged 43, Clément Ducol is a versatile musician, mastering singing, cello and piano. Graduated from the National Superior Conservatory of Music and Dance of Lyon in percussion and orchestration, he quickly established himself in the French musical world.
He has also created several film soundtracks during his career. In 2014, he started with Maestro by Léa Fazer. In 2018, he composed for My Brothers by Bertrand Guerry and Tickles by Andréa Bescond and Éric Métayer. It also contributes to I would like someone to wait for me somewhere (2019) by Arnaud Viard. Three years later, he worked on Peter von Kant by François Ozon and the animated film Linda wants chicken! by Chiara Malta and Sébastien Laudenbach.
Clément Ducol, rising star of music: Vincent Delerm, Christophe, Vianney… These artists with whom he collaborated
During his career, Clément Ducol also collaborated with many renowned artists. He notably worked alongside Vincent Delerm, bringing his unique touch to the arrangements of several of his albums, including Parallel Lovers (2013) et Now (2016). His collaboration with Christophe on the album Remnants of Chaos (2016) was also very noted. In 2016, he made the arrangements for Vianney's eponymous album, providing subtle and refined orchestrations.
His talent is not limited to the French scene, as he has also collaborated with international artists such as Melody Gardot and Gregory Porter. He notably participated in the tribute album Around Nina (2014), where he produced and arranged songs performed by these artists. Additionally, he worked alongside Hans Zimmer on original songs for the film The Little Prince (2015), contributing to world-renowned projects.
Clément Ducol, companion of the singer Camille and father of her two children
On a romantic level, Clément Ducol has shared his life with the singer Camille for several years. The couple are also parents of two children. Their complicity is also reflected in their artistic collaboration, Camille having participated in the creation of the soundtrack ofEmilia Perez alongside his companion. Their duo is today recognized as one of the most talented on the French music scene.
The presence of Clément Ducol and Camille at the Golden Globes testifies to their artistic commitment and the international recognition of their work. A great reward after several years of hard work.
