Since arriving at the International Space Station (ISS), French astronaut Thomas Pesquet has captivated audiences worldwide. Now, he's sharing the sounds of space—discover his Spotify playlist featuring the music fueling his Alpha mission.
Amid a packed schedule of experiments and operations, Pesquet consistently connects with Earth, posting stunning photos, updates, and now his go-to tracks. What echoes through the ISS? As a music enthusiast who plays saxophone, his selections reveal a passion for diverse genres.
A master of outreach, Pesquet recently joined Coldplay live from orbit to celebrate their single 'Higher Power,' creating an unforgettable space-Earth video chat. Today, the European Space Agency (ESA) spotlights his playlist, showcasing his rock 'n' roll roots with eclectic twists.
Topping the list: the album 'Wake Up' by New York collective Brass Against, followed by 'Ooh Child' by Kenny Loggins. Classics like Guns N' Roses and Queen follow suit—befitting an astronaut who loves rock bands.
His playlist spans boundaries, blending pop and electro gems from The Do, Chinese Man, and Wax Tailor. He grooves to 'Embrace' by PNAU, softens with Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' and vibes to groovier tracks like 'If You Stay' by Alex Hepburn and 'Gravity.'
Dominantly English tracks dominate, but French flair shines through two standouts: the single 'Paris' by Brigitte, the duo of Sylvie Hoarau and Aurélia Saada.
Plus, a rap nod to 'Sur la Lune' by Bigflo & Oli—'One day I'll go to the moon' hits different from orbit. And surprise: Thomas Pesquet jams to Cumbia! Can he dance in zero gravity? We'd love to see it.
