iko chérie is the musical project of French artist Marie Merlet, known for crafting dreamy, understated pop that blends intimate vocals with lush, nostalgic soundscapes. After relocating to London, she released her debut album *Dreaming On* on Elefant Records, showcasing influences from ’60s pop, shoegaze, and lo-fi electronica. A former member of The Projects and contributing musician with Monade (Laetitia Sadier of Stereolab), iko chérie’s work captures a uniquely personal balance of warmth, melancholy, and melodic experimentation.