Vocalist-multi-instrumentalist Areski and singer Brigitte Fontaine are a legendary French musical couple that rose to prominence in the ‘60s, making a series of albums that showcased a boldly unorthodox approach to the art of song. While their defiantly esoteric style, which could veer from North African folk to Brazilian samba to subversive takes on French chanson, was striking their lyrics were no less provocative, broaching anything from mental health to social injustice. “This re-mastered version of a timeless work is a must-hear for open minds and open ears ...” Kevin Le Gendre, 2022
TRACK LISTING
1. Le 6 Septembre
2. Ragilia
3. Il Pleut Sur La Gare
4. Déclaration De Sinistre
5. Les Murailles
6. L’engourdie
7. Nous Avons Tant Parlé
8. Les Borgias
9. Les Petites Madones
10. L’abeille
11. Après La Guerre
12. La Tête Bandée
13. Le Chant Des Chants
14. Ça Va Faire Un Hit
15. Quand Les Ghettos Brûleront