Desire is a Canadian-American synthpop duo formed in Montreal by producer Johnny Jewel (of Chromatics and Glass Candy) and vocalist Megan Louise. Their blend of Italo-disco, noir and synthwave reached a global audience through 'Under Your Spell', featured in the 2011 film Drive and on Dior and Chanel runway shows. Based in Palm Springs and released on their own Italians Do It Better label, the duo returned in 2025 with their ambitious third album Games People Play.
Desire and Johnny Jewel go on a European tour in autumn 2026, with shows in Groningen, London, Manchester and Glasgow, among others.
The third studio album Games People Play was released on 21 March 2025 via Italians Do It Better, with 21 tracks and a runtime of over 72 minutes.
Clash Magazine announced Games People Play as an '18-track blockbuster', accompanied by the new single 'The Judge'.
Stereogum reported on the single 'I Know' and confirmed the release date of Games People Play, after the singles 'Darkside', 'Vampire' and 'Dangerous Drug' had already been released earlier in 2024.
Desire released multiple collaborations with Detroit house producer Omar-S, including the single 'White Horses'.
Desire and Johnny Jewel bring their electronic synthpop to Simplon. The Canadian-American band blends film, fashion and fantasy with dancefloor music, featuring French and English vocals over Italo and synthwave sounds.
Club night Desire at Rotown featuring electronic music and dancing into the early hours.